Question 1

Which of the following questions would be appropriate to ask the interviewer?

Accepted Answer

A) Will you explain what your company does? 
B) Do you have any job openings? 
C) Do you need any more information about my qualifications? 
D) All of the above 
E) None of the above 
A) Will you explain what your company does? 
B) Do you have any job openings? 
C) Do you need any more information about my qualifications? 
D) All of the above 
E) None of the above C

Question 2

A structured interview with the purpose of testing a candidate's behavior, logic, and emotional control under pressure is a:

Accepted Answer

A) screening interview. 
B) behavioral interview. 
C) stress interview. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above 
A) screening interview. 
B) behavioral interview. 
C) stress interview. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above C

Question 3

To avoid interrupting the interviewer, ask all of your questions at the end of the interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

While there are many types of employment tests, there are a few things you can do to get ready for any of them. List two or more things you can do.

Accepted Answer

Techniques for preparing for any employm

Question 5

Many employers require applicants to complete screening tests before an interview is considered.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A good answer in response to the question "What are your strongest skills?" focuses on your 30-Second Commercial and skills related to the job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Asking an interviewer about sick leave and vacation time shows your focus on planning and time management.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

If an interviewer says, "Tell me about yourself," you should talk about your:

Accepted Answer

A) education, experience, and qualifications related to the job. 
B) hobbies and personal interests. 
C) short- and long-term personal goals. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above 
A) education, experience, and qualifications related to the job. 
B) hobbies and personal interests. 
C) short- and long-term personal goals. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above

Question 9

During a stress interview, the interviewer may:

Accepted Answer

A) ask questions rapidly, not giving the candidate adequate time to answer. 
B) criticize remarks made by the candidate. 
C) ask irritating questions designed to place the candidate on the defensive. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above 
A) ask questions rapidly, not giving the candidate adequate time to answer. 
B) criticize remarks made by the candidate. 
C) ask irritating questions designed to place the candidate on the defensive. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above

Question 10

To save time and money, some employers conduct screening interviews by telephone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A good response to the question "Why do you want this job?" is to discuss how:

Accepted Answer

A) the pay and benefits are what you are looking for. 
B) you view this position as simply a good place to start. 
C) the company is so great and it is the only company you will consider working for. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above 
A) the pay and benefits are what you are looking for. 
B) you view this position as simply a good place to start. 
C) the company is so great and it is the only company you will consider working for. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above

Question 12

During an interview, focus not only on your qualifications but also on why you are interesting in working for this employer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

In a behavioral interview, the candidate is prompted to give examples of how he or she has:

Accepted Answer

A) applied work skills specific to the job. 
B) used transferable skills such as organization and planning. 
C) demonstrated self-management skills such as problem solving or decision making. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above 
A) applied work skills specific to the job. 
B) used transferable skills such as organization and planning. 
C) demonstrated self-management skills such as problem solving or decision making. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above

Question 14

Character questions are used to determine a candidate's attitudes and motivation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

In what type of interview would you talk with more than one person at a time?

Accepted Answer

A) Campus interview 
B) Panel or board interview 
C) Video interview 
D) All of the above 
E) None of the above 
A) Campus interview 
B) Panel or board interview 
C) Video interview 
D) All of the above 
E) None of the above

Question 16

When asked an interview question you are not prepared for, you should:

Accepted Answer

A) not hesitate; begin to speak, and the answer will come to you. 
B) say, "That's a good question; please give me a minute to think about it." 
C) explain that you do not know how to respond. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above 
A) not hesitate; begin to speak, and the answer will come to you. 
B) say, "That's a good question; please give me a minute to think about it." 
C) explain that you do not know how to respond. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above

Question 17

When an interviewer asks about the rewards you expect from your career, you should talk about the pay or salary you want to earn.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A common behavioral interview question asks about your past performance and behaviors so that you can illustrate how you performed or behaved on the job. Choose one of the three questions below and answer it using the WHI(I)method (What, How, Importance, Insights you gained from the experience). 
 a)Describe a time when you applied time management skills. 
 b)Describe a time when you demonstrated good problem solving. 
 c)Describe a time when you worked well as part of a team.

Accepted Answer

Student answers should vary widely. Each

Question 19

An interviewer is most likely to say, "Give me an example of a time you used your time management skills," in a _______________________ interview.

Accepted Answer

A) behavioral 
B) stress 
C) team 
D) none of the above 
A) behavioral 
B) stress 
C) team 
D) none of the above

Question 20

In a ____ all candidates are asked similar questions so that the employer can compare candidates more easily.

Accepted Answer

A) structured interview 
B) unstructured interview 
A) structured interview 
B) unstructured interview

Which of the following questions would be appropriate to ask the interviewer?

A structured interview with the purpose of testing a candidate's behavior, logic, and emotional control under pressure is a:

To avoid interrupting the interviewer, ask all of your questions at the end of the interview.

While there are many types of employment tests, there are a few things you can do to get ready for any of them. List two or more things you can do.

Many employers require applicants to complete screening tests before an interview is considered.

A good answer in response to the question "What are your strongest skills?" focuses on your 30-Second Commercial and skills related to the job.

Asking an interviewer about sick leave and vacation time shows your focus on planning and time management.

If an interviewer says, "Tell me about yourself," you should talk about your:

During a stress interview, the interviewer may:

To save time and money, some employers conduct screening interviews by telephone.

A good response to the question "Why do you want this job?" is to discuss how:

During an interview, focus not only on your qualifications but also on why you are interesting in working for this employer.

In a behavioral interview, the candidate is prompted to give examples of how he or she has:

Character questions are used to determine a candidate's attitudes and motivation.

In what type of interview would you talk with more than one person at a time?

When asked an interview question you are not prepared for, you should:

When an interviewer asks about the rewards you expect from your career, you should talk about the pay or salary you want to earn.

An interviewer is most likely to say, "Give me an example of a time you used your time management skills," in a _______________________ interview.

In a ____ all candidates are asked similar questions so that the employer can compare candidates more easily.

The Job Search Process

Know Yourself to Market Yourself

Picture Yourself in the Workplace Part II: Create Your Resume

Plan Your Resume

Write Your Resume Part III: Apply for Jobs

Find Job Openings

Write Job Applications

Write Effective, Tailored Cover Letters Part Iv: Shine at Interviews

Know the Interview Essentials

Interview Like a Pro Part V: Connect, Accept, and Succeed

Stay Connected With Prospective Employers

Dealing With Disappointment

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Exam 10: Prepare for Your Interview

Which of the following questions would be appropriate to ask the interviewer?

A structured interview with the purpose of testing a candidate's behavior, logic, and emotional control under pressure is a:

To avoid interrupting the interviewer, ask all of your questions at the end of the interview.

While there are many types of employment tests, there are a few things you can do to get ready for any of them. List two or more things you can do.

Many employers require applicants to complete screening tests before an interview is considered.

A good answer in response to the question "What are your strongest skills?" focuses on your 30-Second Commercial and skills related to the job.

Asking an interviewer about sick leave and vacation time shows your focus on planning and time management.

If an interviewer says, "Tell me about yourself," you should talk about your:

During a stress interview, the interviewer may:

To save time and money, some employers conduct screening interviews by telephone.

A good response to the question "Why do you want this job?" is to discuss how:

During an interview, focus not only on your qualifications but also on why you are interesting in working for this employer.

In a behavioral interview, the candidate is prompted to give examples of how he or she has:

Character questions are used to determine a candidate's attitudes and motivation.

In what type of interview would you talk with more than one person at a time?

When asked an interview question you are not prepared for, you should:

When an interviewer asks about the rewards you expect from your career, you should talk about the pay or salary you want to earn.

An interviewer is most likely to say, "Give me an example of a time you used your time management skills," in a _______________________ interview.

In a ____ all candidates are asked similar questions so that the employer can compare candidates more easily.

The Job Search Process

Know Yourself to Market Yourself

Picture Yourself in the Workplace Part II: Create Your Resume

Plan Your Resume

Write Your Resume Part III: Apply for Jobs

Find Job Openings

Write Job Applications

Write Effective, Tailored Cover Letters Part Iv: Shine at Interviews

Know the Interview Essentials

Interview Like a Pro Part V: Connect, Accept, and Succeed

Stay Connected With Prospective Employers

Dealing With Disappointment

Take Charge of Your Career Appendix: Succeeding in the Job Search Journey Using Social Media

Filters