Question 1

Your list of references in your résumé should NOT include:

Accepted Answer

A)  an instructor from your field of interest. 
B)  a favorite relative who knows you well. 
C)  a former employer or supervisor. 
D)  a current colleague who knows you personally. 
A)  an instructor from your field of interest. 
B)  a favorite relative who knows you well. 
C)  a former employer or supervisor. 
D)  a current colleague who knows you personally.

Question 2

It is a good idea to follow up an electronically submitted résumé with a printed résumé, application letter, and list of references for any job you feel is a possible match for you.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following best illustrates a job opening being filled in a hidden job market?

Accepted Answer

A)  Naomi found a job as an assistant fashion designer through a friend who works as a fashion photographer for a company. 
B)  Nathan found a job in a multinational company after he applied for it on the company's Web site. 
C)  Carla found a sales job in a departmental store through an advertisement in the local newspaper. 
D)  Walter found a job as a marketing executive in an automobile company through a private employment agency. 
A)  Naomi found a job as an assistant fashion designer through a friend who works as a fashion photographer for a company. 
B)  Nathan found a job in a multinational company after he applied for it on the company's Web site. 
C)  Carla found a sales job in a departmental store through an advertisement in the local newspaper. 
D)  Walter found a job as a marketing executive in an automobile company through a private employment agency.

Question 4

An _____ is a temporary position that lets one gain experience and lets the employer observe the person as a prospective employee.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An _____ is a temporary position that...

Question 5

The _____ refers to job opportunities that are not advertised in the traditional venues, such as newspapers or journals.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The _____ refers to job opportunities that...

Question 6

How do college placement centers help students in their job search process?

Accepted Answer

Most educational institutions have place

Question 7

Differentiate between placement agencies and employment contractors.

Accepted Answer

Private employment agencies can be found

Question 8

With the help of examples, discuss the ways in which you can introduce your portfolio during a job interview.

Accepted Answer

Students' answers will vary.
Find the ri

Question 9

Which of the following is an ineffective practice with regard to an application letter?

Accepted Answer

A)  Addressing the letter to a specific recipient by using his or her name 
B)  Pointing out that your qualifications exceed the employer's needs 
C)  Getting to the main point slowly by exhibiting your knowledge about the employer's company first 
D)  Including your telephone number and the best time to reach you in the last paragraph of the letter 
A)  Addressing the letter to a specific recipient by using his or her name 
B)  Pointing out that your qualifications exceed the employer's needs 
C)  Getting to the main point slowly by exhibiting your knowledge about the employer's company first 
D)  Including your telephone number and the best time to reach you in the last paragraph of the letter

Question 10

Which of the following need NOT be stated in the first paragraph of an application letter to a company?

Accepted Answer

A)  Your intent to apply for a position with the company 
B)  The salary you expect from the company 
C)  How you learned about the position you are applying for 
D)  The position for which you are applying 
A)  Your intent to apply for a position with the company 
B)  The salary you expect from the company 
C)  How you learned about the position you are applying for 
D)  The position for which you are applying

Question 11

Colored stationery and exotic type fonts make your résumé more electronically readable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Chronological résumés list work experience in chronological order, with the most recent experience listed last.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

_____ are folders or notebooks that contain evidence and examples of a job applicant's achievements, skills, and qualifications.

Accepted Answer

A)  Proposals 
B)  Portfolios 
C)  Promissory notes 
D)  Progress reports 
A)  Proposals 
B)  Portfolios 
C)  Promissory notes 
D)  Progress reports

Question 14

Application forms from employers have a place at the end for your _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Application forms from employers have a place...

Question 15

_____ are used by employers to ask for details about a prospective employee's education, work experience, and references.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ are used by employers to ask...

Your list of references in your résumé should NOT include:

It is a good idea to follow up an electronically submitted résumé with a printed résumé, application letter, and list of references for any job you feel is a possible match for you.

Which of the following best illustrates a job opening being filled in a hidden job market?

An _____ is a temporary position that lets one gain experience and lets the employer observe the person as a prospective employee.

The _____ refers to job opportunities that are not advertised in the traditional venues, such as newspapers or journals.

How do college placement centers help students in their job search process?

Differentiate between placement agencies and employment contractors.

With the help of examples, discuss the ways in which you can introduce your portfolio during a job interview.

Which of the following is an ineffective practice with regard to an application letter?

Which of the following need NOT be stated in the first paragraph of an application letter to a company?

Colored stationery and exotic type fonts make your résumé more electronically readable.

Chronological résumés list work experience in chronological order, with the most recent experience listed last.

_____ are folders or notebooks that contain evidence and examples of a job applicant's achievements, skills, and qualifications.

Application forms from employers have a place at the end for your _____.

_____ are used by employers to ask for details about a prospective employee's education, work experience, and references.

Communicating in Everyday Life

Interpreting Communication

Communicating Globally

Exploring Language Elements

Mastering Nouns and Pronouns

Expanding Language Skills

Applying the Mechanics of Style

Sharpening Writing Skills

Writing E-Mails, Memos, and Letters

Writing Specific Communications

Preparing and Writing Reports

Working With Technology

Communicating With Customers

Developing Presentation Skills

Interviewing and Employment Issues

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Exam 15: Searching for Jobs

Your list of references in your résumé should NOT include:

It is a good idea to follow up an electronically submitted résumé with a printed résumé, application letter, and list of references for any job you feel is a possible match for you.

Which of the following best illustrates a job opening being filled in a hidden job market?

An _____ is a temporary position that lets one gain experience and lets the employer observe the person as a prospective employee.

The _____ refers to job opportunities that are not advertised in the traditional venues, such as newspapers or journals.

How do college placement centers help students in their job search process?

Differentiate between placement agencies and employment contractors.

With the help of examples, discuss the ways in which you can introduce your portfolio during a job interview.

Which of the following is an ineffective practice with regard to an application letter?

Which of the following need NOT be stated in the first paragraph of an application letter to a company?

Colored stationery and exotic type fonts make your résumé more electronically readable.

Chronological résumés list work experience in chronological order, with the most recent experience listed last.

_____ are folders or notebooks that contain evidence and examples of a job applicant's achievements, skills, and qualifications.

Application forms from employers have a place at the end for your _____.

_____ are used by employers to ask for details about a prospective employee's education, work experience, and references.

Communicating in Everyday Life

Interpreting Communication

Communicating Globally

Exploring Language Elements

Mastering Nouns and Pronouns

Expanding Language Skills

Applying the Mechanics of Style

Sharpening Writing Skills

Writing E-Mails, Memos, and Letters

Writing Specific Communications

Preparing and Writing Reports

Working With Technology

Communicating With Customers

Developing Presentation Skills

Interviewing and Employment Issues

Filters