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Career Readiness Post-Test 2013-2014
Contributed by: Franco
  • 1. What is the most common tool employers use for finding employees?
A) Newspapers
B) Social Networks
C) All choices are correct
D) Internet/Computer Software
  • 2. Which of the following is the best way to carry your appearance on a job interview?
A) Chew gum to be sure your breath is fresh
B) Neglect to comb and wash your hair
C) Wearing a hat is a good idea
D) Have on neat and clean clothing
  • 3. 4. Which of the following information is typically NOT asked for on a job application?
A) Your Social Security
B) Your former places of employment
C) Names of your siblings
D) Your Address
  • 4. What qualities do employers look for in an employee?
A) I take days off from work whenever I am tired.
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 never make a decision without checking with my boss.
  • 5. What makes a person successful on the job?
A) A person keeps learning and improving his or her skills.
B) A person has all the skills needed for the job.
C) All choices are correct
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) True
B) False
  • 8. Good employees should _____.
A) Be on time most days
B) Call if they are going to miss work
C) Only meet the customer’s needs to a certain degree
D) Try not to ask questions if they are uncertain about something
  • 9. Should you smile at the interviewer?
A) Yes, moderately, so the interviewer knows you are easy to get along with
B) ONLY when you meet the interviewer
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) As soon as you walk in at the door
B) Five minutes into the interview
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) Nothing
B) Your parent or best friend, in case you forget what to say
C) A few basic essentials (extra copies of your resume, a small notepad, datebook/agenda pad, pens, etc.)
D) Munchkins to share
  • 12. True or False: The purpose of a résumé is to get you a job.
A) False
B) True
  • 13. True or False: A standard résumé NEVER changes.
A) False
B) True
  • 14. What is the standard length for a résumé?
A) As long as it needs to be
B) 1 page
C) 3 pages
D) There is no standard length
  • 15. What order do you list information on a résumé?
A) Alphabetical
B) Reverse chronological
C) Chronological
D) Reverse alphabetical
  • 16. The purpose of a cover letter is to _____.
A) Introduce yourself to a possible employer
B) Get a job
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 name and address
B) The position for which you are applying
C) Your scheduling preferences
D) The name of the person to whom you are writing
  • 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) Brag about one’s accomplishments
B) An interview
C) A job
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) Think of your strengths and weaknesses and try to anticipate likely questions
C) Think of questions to ask the interviewer
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) All of these are correct
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