Question 1

A(n) ___________ application letter is written when an employer has advertised a job opening.

Accepted Answer

solicited
Explanation:A solicited application letter is written for advertised jobs.

Question 2

People who are willing to broaden their skills and adapt to change will always be in demand in today's new workplace.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Many job seekers today are using social networking sites like Facebook and MySpace to network and to find positions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

The most important reason to prepare an e-portfolio is that it shows off your talents and qualifications more thoroughly than a print résumé.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is the best career objective for a résumé?

Accepted Answer

A)  An entry-level job in the human resources field with opportunity for advancement. 
B)  A challenging position with a company pushing the envelope in electronic surveillance. 
C)  Work as a team player for a company that values independent thinking. 
D)  A human resources position assisting your company with employee recruitment, selection, background checks, and in-house training. 
A)  An entry-level job in the human resources field with opportunity for advancement. 
B)  A challenging position with a company pushing the envelope in electronic surveillance. 
C)  Work as a team player for a company that values independent thinking. 
D)  A human resources position assisting your company with employee recruitment, selection, background checks, and in-house training.

Question 6

You will use the _______ of your application letter to promote your qualifications for the position.

Accepted Answer

body
Explanation:The

Question 7

Which of the following statements is inaccurate regarding the opening in a cover letter for an unsolicited job?

Accepted Answer

A)  If you are unsure whether a position exists, use a more persuasive opening. 
B)  Demonstrating knowledge of the reader's business may convince the person to read on. 
C)  Show how your special talents will benefit the company to convince the readers you can do something for them. 
D)  Be vague about the type of position you're seeking so that you might be considered for a variety of jobs. 
A)  If you are unsure whether a position exists, use a more persuasive opening. 
B)  Demonstrating knowledge of the reader's business may convince the person to read on. 
C)  Show how your special talents will benefit the company to convince the readers you can do something for them. 
D)  Be vague about the type of position you're seeking so that you might be considered for a variety of jobs.

Question 8

The employment process begins with introspection. Introspection means "looking inside yourself to analyze what you like and dislike."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

In the Education section of your résumé, you should

Accepted Answer

A)  list all college courses you have taken to give the employer a complete picture. 
B)  include relevant seminars attended and workshops completed. 
C)  list only colleges where you have completed a degree or certificate program. 
D)  include high school information. 
A)  list all college courses you have taken to give the employer a complete picture. 
B)  include relevant seminars attended and workshops completed. 
C)  list only colleges where you have completed a degree or certificate program. 
D)  include high school information.

Question 10

The most popular résumé format is the functional résumé.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which statement most accurately describes references?

Accepted Answer

A)  Include a list of references directly on the résumé. 
B)  Do not include personal or character references. 
C)  Remember that companies generally check references before a job interview to learn about a candidate in advance. 
D)  Be sure to add the statement References furnished upon request at the bottom of your résumé. 
A)  Include a list of references directly on the résumé. 
B)  Do not include personal or character references. 
C)  Remember that companies generally check references before a job interview to learn about a candidate in advance. 
D)  Be sure to add the statement References furnished upon request at the bottom of your résumé.

Question 12

Position in public relations that requires creativity, time management skills, and excellent communication to create press releases, answer constituent inquiries, and represent the organization at charitable functions is an example of a career ___________.

Accepted Answer

objective
Explanation:The stat

Question 13

Addressing your application letter to the Human Resources Department or Hiring Manager will make your letter more appealing to the employer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is the most effective opening sentence in a cover letter for a job that has been announced?

Accepted Answer

A)  You need a Web designer and I need a job; it's the perfect match! 
B)  At the suggestion of Mr. Ric Messner of your IT Department, I submit to you details of my 12 years' experience in multimedia for your Web designer opening. 
C)  Please consider my application for the available position of Web designer. 
D)  Does your company have an opening for a Web designer with three years of experience? 
A)  You need a Web designer and I need a job; it's the perfect match! 
B)  At the suggestion of Mr. Ric Messner of your IT Department, I submit to you details of my 12 years' experience in multimedia for your Web designer opening. 
C)  Please consider my application for the available position of Web designer. 
D)  Does your company have an opening for a Web designer with three years of experience?

Question 15

Which of the following statements about résumés is inaccurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  A résumé is expected to showcase your strengths and minimize your weaknesses. 
B)  An ethical résumé may include half-truths but not outright lies. 
C)  Even after you have been hired, a misrepresentation on the résumé can be cause for firing. 
D)  Although they can't verify everything, most recruiters will verify your previous employment and education before hiring. 
A)  A résumé is expected to showcase your strengths and minimize your weaknesses. 
B)  An ethical résumé may include half-truths but not outright lies. 
C)  Even after you have been hired, a misrepresentation on the résumé can be cause for firing. 
D)  Although they can't verify everything, most recruiters will verify your previous employment and education before hiring.

Question 16

Which of the following statements uses an action verb to highlight an aptitude?

Accepted Answer

A)  Competent in creation of multimedia presentations. 
B)  Mastered QuickBooks Pro accounting software in 20 hours with minimal instruction. 
C)  Ability to develop innovative and interactive Web pages. 
D)  Able to adapt quickly to changing work environments. 
A)  Competent in creation of multimedia presentations. 
B)  Mastered QuickBooks Pro accounting software in 20 hours with minimal instruction. 
C)  Ability to develop innovative and interactive Web pages. 
D)  Able to adapt quickly to changing work environments.

Question 17

Which of the following is the best closing sentence for a cover letter?

Accepted Answer

A)  I would prefer an interview on Tuesday, September 7, at 10 a.m. 
B)  Please feel free to call me at your earliest convenience. 
C)  I hope you contact me soon to set up an interview for the systems analyst position. 
D)  To add to your team an experienced systems analyst with proven analytical and troubleshooting skills, call me at (555) 555-4321 to arrange an interview. 
A)  I would prefer an interview on Tuesday, September 7, at 10 a.m. 
B)  Please feel free to call me at your earliest convenience. 
C)  I hope you contact me soon to set up an interview for the systems analyst position. 
D)  To add to your team an experienced systems analyst with proven analytical and troubleshooting skills, call me at (555) 555-4321 to arrange an interview.

Question 18

Kendra is searching for a job and wants to use electronic sources. Which of the following will probably be her best source of online job listings?

Accepted Answer

A)  Big job boards such as Monster.com and Yahoo HotJobs 
B)  Specific corporate Web sites 
C)  Professional association Web sites 
D)  Social networking sites such as MySpace and Facebook 
A)  Big job boards such as Monster.com and Yahoo HotJobs 
B)  Specific corporate Web sites 
C)  Professional association Web sites 
D)  Social networking sites such as MySpace and Facebook

Question 19

Which of these is the best tip for arranging the parts of a persuasive résumé?

Accepted Answer

A)  Always include a career objective to show your commitment. 
B)  Use as many headings as needed to cover your background essentials. 
C)  List education before work experience. 
D)  Always begin your résumé with your name and contact information. 
A)  Always include a career objective to show your commitment. 
B)  Use as many headings as needed to cover your background essentials. 
C)  List education before work experience. 
D)  Always begin your résumé with your name and contact information.

Question 20

____________ accounts for almost two thirds of the jobs found by candidates. Therefore, plan to spend a considerable portion of your job-search time developing personal and professional contacts.

Accepted Answer

Networking
Explanation:Networking accoun

A(n) ___________ application letter is written when an employer has advertised a job opening.

People who are willing to broaden their skills and adapt to change will always be in demand in today's new workplace.

Many job seekers today are using social networking sites like Facebook and MySpace to network and to find positions.

The most important reason to prepare an e-portfolio is that it shows off your talents and qualifications more thoroughly than a print résumé.

Which of the following is the best career objective for a résumé?

You will use the _______ of your application letter to promote your qualifications for the position.

Which of the following statements is inaccurate regarding the opening in a cover letter for an unsolicited job?

The employment process begins with introspection. Introspection means "looking inside yourself to analyze what you like and dislike."

In the Education section of your résumé, you should

The most popular résumé format is the functional résumé.

Which statement most accurately describes references?

Position in public relations that requires creativity, time management skills, and excellent communication to create press releases, answer constituent inquiries, and represent the organization at charitable functions is an example of a career ___________.

Addressing your application letter to the Human Resources Department or Hiring Manager will make your letter more appealing to the employer.

Which of the following is the most effective opening sentence in a cover letter for a job that has been announced?

Which of the following statements about résumés is inaccurate?

Which of the following statements uses an action verb to highlight an aptitude?

Which of the following is the best closing sentence for a cover letter?

Kendra is searching for a job and wants to use electronic sources. Which of the following will probably be her best source of online job listings?

Which of these is the best tip for arranging the parts of a persuasive résumé?

____________ accounts for almost two thirds of the jobs found by candidates. Therefore, plan to spend a considerable portion of your job-search time developing personal and professional contacts.

Communication Skills As Career Filters

Planning Business Messages

Composing Business Messages

Revising Business Messages

Electronic Messages and Digital Media

Positive Messages

Bad News Messages

Persuasive and Sales Messages

Informal Reports

Proposals and Formal Reports

Business Etiquette, Ethics, Teamwork, and Meetings

Business Presentations

Interviewing and Following up

Document Formats

Proofreading and Corrections Symbols

Citation and Documentation Formats

Filters

Exam 13: The Job Search, Résumés, and Cover Letters

A(n) ___________ application letter is written when an employer has advertised a job opening.

People who are willing to broaden their skills and adapt to change will always be in demand in today's new workplace.

Many job seekers today are using social networking sites like Facebook and MySpace to network and to find positions.

The most important reason to prepare an e-portfolio is that it shows off your talents and qualifications more thoroughly than a print résumé.

Which of the following is the best career objective for a résumé?

You will use the _______ of your application letter to promote your qualifications for the position.

Which of the following statements is inaccurate regarding the opening in a cover letter for an unsolicited job?

The employment process begins with introspection. Introspection means "looking inside yourself to analyze what you like and dislike."

In the Education section of your résumé, you should

The most popular résumé format is the functional résumé.

Which statement most accurately describes references?

Position in public relations that requires creativity, time management skills, and excellent communication to create press releases, answer constituent inquiries, and represent the organization at charitable functions is an example of a career ___________.

Addressing your application letter to the Human Resources Department or Hiring Manager will make your letter more appealing to the employer.

Which of the following is the most effective opening sentence in a cover letter for a job that has been announced?

Which of the following statements about résumés is inaccurate?

Which of the following statements uses an action verb to highlight an aptitude?

Which of the following is the best closing sentence for a cover letter?

Kendra is searching for a job and wants to use electronic sources. Which of the following will probably be her best source of online job listings?

Which of these is the best tip for arranging the parts of a persuasive résumé?

____________ accounts for almost two thirds of the jobs found by candidates. Therefore, plan to spend a considerable portion of your job-search time developing personal and professional contacts.

Communication Skills As Career Filters

Planning Business Messages

Composing Business Messages

Revising Business Messages

Electronic Messages and Digital Media

Positive Messages

Bad News Messages

Persuasive and Sales Messages

Informal Reports

Proposals and Formal Reports

Business Etiquette, Ethics, Teamwork, and Meetings

Business Presentations

Interviewing and Following up

Document Formats

Proofreading and Corrections Symbols

Citation and Documentation Formats

Filters