Career Readiness Post-Test 2013-2014
  • 1. What is the most common tool employers use for finding employees?
A) Internet/Computer Software
B) Newspapers
C) All choices are correct
D) Social Networks
  • 2. Which of the following is the best way to carry your appearance on a job interview?
A) Wearing a hat is a good idea
B) Chew gum to be sure your breath is fresh
C) Have on neat and clean clothing
D) Neglect to comb and wash your hair
  • 3. 4. Which of the following information is typically NOT asked for on a job application?
A) Your former places of employment
B) Your Address
C) Your Social Security
D) Names of your siblings
  • 4. What qualities do employers look for in an employee?
A) I don’t like teamwork and cannot get along with others.
B) I am a dependable worker who works well under pressure.
C) I take days off from work whenever I am tired.
D) I never make a decision without checking with my boss.
  • 5. What makes a person successful on the job?
A) A person has all the skills needed for the job.
B) All choices are correct
C) A person keeps learning and improving his or her skills.
D) A person likes the job.
  • 6. True or False: A person's interests are important when choosing a job.
A) True
B) False
  • 7. True or False: The only way to find a job is through the want ads.
A) False
B) True
  • 8. Good employees should _____.
A) Be on time most days
B) Try not to ask questions if they are uncertain about something
C) Only meet the customer’s needs to a certain degree
D) Call if they are going to miss work
  • 9. Should you smile at the interviewer?
A) Yes, moderately, so the interviewer knows you are easy to get along with
B) No – you must ALWAYS look serious and responsible
C) ONLY when you meet the interviewer
  • 10. When is the interviewer likely to make his/her decision on whether you are the right candidate for the job?
A) Five minutes into the interview
B) As soon as you walk in at the door
C) There is no way of knowing this!
D) At the end of the day, after careful reflection and having compared you with all the other candidates
  • 11. What should you bring with you to the interview?
A) Munchkins to share
B) A few basic essentials (extra copies of your resume, a small notepad, datebook/agenda pad, pens, etc.)
C) Nothing
D) Your parent or best friend, in case you forget what to say
  • 12. True or False: The purpose of a résumé is to get you a job.
A) True
B) False
  • 13. True or False: A standard résumé NEVER changes.
A) True
B) False
  • 14. What is the standard length for a résumé?
A) 3 pages
B) 1 page
C) As long as it needs to be
D) There is no standard length
  • 15. What order do you list information on a résumé?
A) Alphabetical
B) Chronological
C) Reverse alphabetical
D) Reverse chronological
  • 16. The purpose of a cover letter is to _____.
A) Introduce yourself to a possible employer
B) None of these are correct
C) Repeat what is on your résumé
D) Get a job
  • 17. All of the following are included on a cover letter EXCEPT _____.
A) The name of the person to whom you are writing
B) Your name and address
C) The position for which you are applying
D) Your scheduling preferences
  • 18. True or False: Your résumé and cover letter should contain no more than one mistake.
A) True
B) False
  • 19. The purpose of a résumé is to get _____.
A) None of these are correct
B) Brag about one’s accomplishments
C) A job
D) An interview
  • 20. How should you prepare for the interview?
A) Think of your strengths and weaknesses and try to anticipate likely questions
B) Plan how you are going to get there: check routes, timetables, etc.
C) All of these are correct
D) Find out all that you can about the organization, the market in which it operates and the job function you are applying for
E) Think of questions to ask the interviewer
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