Question 1

One of the best strategies for finding a job is networking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Match between columns
                        Premises: A job search that involves applying at many organizations with job openings that match the applicant's career goals
A website that allows an applicant to browse job listings and sometimes to post a resume and allows employers to post job openings and review resumes
A job search that involves focusing on specific companies where an applicant wishes to work rather than specific positions
A meeting between an employee who is leaving the company and a company representative
A resume that gives an applicant's work experience in order with the most recent work experience listed first
A concise statement of your background, education, skills, and work experience
The process of gathering information about a job applicant prior to a formal in-person interview
A resume that focuses on the skills and qualifications of an applicant for a particular job rather than on work experience
A compilation of samples of your work and other career-related information
A software program that automatically searches job listings and retrieves jobs matching criteria you set

Accepted Answer

The Answer of portfolio and resume and job board and is...

Question 3

Researching a company prior to submitting an application will help you

Accepted Answer

A)  ask good questions in an interview. 
B)  find out if there are opportunities for advancement. 
C)  determine if you are a good fit for the company. 
D)  All of the above 
A)  ask good questions in an interview. 
B)  find out if there are opportunities for advancement. 
C)  determine if you are a good fit for the company. 
D)  All of the above D

Question 4

Because of economic conditions, most people stay in their first job throughout their career.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which statement about references is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are not generally listed on a resume. 
B)  They can include relatives or personal friends. 
C)  Six references is generally sufficient. 
D)  All of the above 
A)  They are not generally listed on a resume. 
B)  They can include relatives or personal friends. 
C)  Six references is generally sufficient. 
D)  All of the above

Question 6

If an interviewer asks you, "Tell me about yourself," he or she really wants to know

Accepted Answer

A)  how well you express yourself. 
B)  how you will fit into the organization. 
C)  your brief life history. 
D)  Both A and B 
A)  how well you express yourself. 
B)  how you will fit into the organization. 
C)  your brief life history. 
D)  Both A and B

Question 7

A productivity feature in Microsoft Word allows you to create _____ for items you regularly key.

Accepted Answer

A)  building blocks 
B)  macros 
C)  tracked changes 
D)  smart tools 
A)  building blocks 
B)  macros 
C)  tracked changes 
D)  smart tools

Question 8

During an interview, you should be honest in your criticisms of past employers or supervisors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

When being interviewed over the telephone, you should stand so you will sound more self-confident.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Your social presence on the Internet is not important when interviewing for a job since it is illegal for an employer to consider such sources when examining your credentials.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Many companies will let you post your resume directly onto their website.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which statement about preparing a resume is NOT correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  It should not include volunteer jobs. 
B)  The resume should not exceed two pages. 
C)  You should not use personal pronouns ( I, me, you ). 
D)  Both A and B 
A)  It should not include volunteer jobs. 
B)  The resume should not exceed two pages. 
C)  You should not use personal pronouns ( I, me, you ). 
D)  Both A and B

Question 13

The best resource for researching large companies is

Accepted Answer

A)  a current list of Fortune 500 companies. 
B)  the Career Guide to Industries . 
C)  the Occupational Outlook Handbook . 
D)  the USAJOBS website. 
A)  a current list of Fortune 500 companies. 
B)  the Career Guide to Industries . 
C)  the Occupational Outlook Handbook . 
D)  the USAJOBS website.

Question 14

You can use mobile apps to post resumes and search job postings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

If you are unsure of where you want to work, a temporary employment agency is a good place to start.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which is NOT an illegal question?

Accepted Answer

A)  How is your health? 
B)  Do you have child care arranged for your children? 
C)  Have you ever been fired from a job? 
D)  All of the above are illegal questions. 
A)  How is your health? 
B)  Do you have child care arranged for your children? 
C)  Have you ever been fired from a job? 
D)  All of the above are illegal questions.

Question 17

Which is NOT a goal of a letter of application?

Accepted Answer

A)  to state your interest in a position 
B)  to provide specific information about your skills 
C)  to transmit your resume 
D)  All of the above are goals. 
A)  to state your interest in a position 
B)  to provide specific information about your skills 
C)  to transmit your resume 
D)  All of the above are goals.

Question 18

The purpose of a letter of application is to sell your abilities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

_____ is an example of a professional networking site.

Accepted Answer

A)  LinkedIn 
B)  BranchOut 
C)  Myspace 
D)  Both A and B 
A)  LinkedIn 
B)  BranchOut 
C)  Myspace 
D)  Both A and B

Question 20

An electronic resume is similar to a printed resume in that it

Accepted Answer

A)  has the same type of format. 
B)  contains keywords that relate to the job listing. 
C)  includes the same information. 
D)  All of the above 
A)  has the same type of format. 
B)  contains keywords that relate to the job listing. 
C)  includes the same information. 
D)  All of the above

One of the best strategies for finding a job is networking.

Researching a company prior to submitting an application will help you

Because of economic conditions, most people stay in their first job throughout their career.

Which statement about references is correct?

If an interviewer asks you, "Tell me about yourself," he or she really wants to know

A productivity feature in Microsoft Word allows you to create _____ for items you regularly key.

During an interview, you should be honest in your criticisms of past employers or supervisors.

When being interviewed over the telephone, you should stand so you will sound more self-confident.

Your social presence on the Internet is not important when interviewing for a job since it is illegal for an employer to consider such sources when examining your credentials.

Many companies will let you post your resume directly onto their website.

Which statement about preparing a resume is NOT correct?

The best resource for researching large companies is

You can use mobile apps to post resumes and search job postings.

If you are unsure of where you want to work, a temporary employment agency is a good place to start.

Which is NOT an illegal question?

Which is NOT a goal of a letter of application?

The purpose of a letter of application is to sell your abilities.

_____ is an example of a professional networking site.

An electronic resume is similar to a printed resume in that it

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One of the best strategies for finding a job is networking.

Researching a company prior to submitting an application will help you

Because of economic conditions, most people stay in their first job throughout their career.

Which statement about references is correct?

If an interviewer asks you, "Tell me about yourself," he or she really wants to know

A productivity feature in Microsoft Word allows you to create _____ for items you regularly key.

During an interview, you should be honest in your criticisms of past employers or supervisors.

When being interviewed over the telephone, you should stand so you will sound more self-confident.

Your social presence on the Internet is not important when interviewing for a job since it is illegal for an employer to consider such sources when examining your credentials.

Many companies will let you post your resume directly onto their website.

Which statement about preparing a resume is NOT correct?

The best resource for researching large companies is

You can use mobile apps to post resumes and search job postings.

If you are unsure of where you want to work, a temporary employment agency is a good place to start.

Which is NOT an illegal question?

Which is NOT a goal of a letter of application?

The purpose of a letter of application is to sell your abilities.

_____ is an example of a professional networking site.

An electronic resume is similar to a printed resume in that it

The Workplace - Constantly Changing

Your Professional Image

Workplace Teams

Self-Management

Ethical Theories and Behaviors

Leadership

Customer Service

Written Communication

Verbal Communication and Presentations

Global Communication - Technology and Etiquette

Records Management

Managing Electronic Records

Personal Finance and Investment Strategies

Event Planning

Travel Arrangements

Workplace Mail and Copying

Filters