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