Career Readiness Post-Test 2013-2014
  • 1. What is the most common tool employers use for finding employees?
A) Internet/Computer Software
B) Social Networks
C) Newspapers
D) All choices are correct
  • 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) Have on neat and clean clothing
C) Neglect to comb and wash your hair
D) Chew gum to be sure your breath is fresh
  • 3. 4. Which of the following information is typically NOT asked for on a job application?
A) Names of your siblings
B) Your Social Security
C) Your former places of employment
D) Your Address
  • 4. What qualities do employers look for in an employee?
A) I never make a decision without checking with my boss.
B) I don’t like teamwork and cannot get along with others.
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) All choices are correct
B) A person has all the skills needed for the job.
C) A person likes the job.
D) A person keeps learning and improving his or her skills.
  • 6. True or False: A person's interests are important when choosing a job.
A) False
B) True
  • 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) Call if they are going to miss work
B) Only meet the customer’s needs to a certain degree
C) Be on time most days
D) Try not to ask questions if they are uncertain about something
  • 9. Should you smile at the interviewer?
A) ONLY when you meet the interviewer
B) Yes, moderately, so the interviewer knows you are easy to get along with
C) No – you must ALWAYS look serious and responsible
  • 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) At the end of the day, after careful reflection and having compared you with all the other candidates
C) Five minutes into the interview
D) As soon as you walk in at the door
  • 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) Your parent or best friend, in case you forget what to say
D) Nothing
  • 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) There is no standard length
B) 1 page
C) 3 pages
D) As long as it needs to be
  • 15. What order do you list information on a résumé?
A) Reverse chronological
B) Reverse alphabetical
C) Chronological
D) Alphabetical
  • 16. The purpose of a cover letter is to _____.
A) Get a job
B) None of these are correct
C) Repeat what is on your résumé
D) Introduce yourself to a possible employer
  • 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 scheduling preferences
C) The position for which you are applying
D) Your name and address
  • 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) An interview
B) None of these are correct
C) Brag about one’s accomplishments
D) A job
  • 20. How should you prepare for the interview?
A) Plan how you are going to get there: check routes, timetables, etc.
B) Think of your strengths and weaknesses and try to anticipate likely questions
C) Find out all that you can about the organization, the market in which it operates and the job function you are applying for
D) All of these are correct
E) Think of questions to ask the interviewer
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