Question 1

Alice is having difficulty finding a job out of college, so she goes to an organization that finds potential employers for her for a nominal fee. This organization is known as a/an _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)   career planning center
B)   state employment service
C)   professional association
D)   private employment agencyE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 2

If your work history is not directly related to the position you are pursuing, it is not acceptable to list the place of employment, job title, employment dates, and the skills you acquired at this job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Joining the local, regional, or national chapter of a(n)  ___________ will greater enhance your ability to network with professionals that may be looking to hire.

Accepted Answer

A)   professional association
B)   internet provider
C)   private employment agency
D)   word of mouth campaignE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

How long does it usually take post-graduates to find their first jobs after college?

Accepted Answer

A)   1-2 months
B)   2-4 months
C)   6-12 months
D)   3-6 monthsE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Internships are reserved for students who are receiving credit for their work in an organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Jared has just arrived to his job interview and finds himself in a room with two other candidates and three interviewers. Jared is taking part in what kind of interview?

Accepted Answer

A)   group
B)   discussion
C)   panel
D)   liveE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 7

Cover letters and resumes should not exceed one page.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What important document would you use to introduce you as a potential employee, highlight your resume, and demonstrate your writing skills?

Accepted Answer

A)   orientation letter
B)   interview letter
C)   cover letter
D)   introduction letterE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Preparing three-part answers to potential interview questions is a process called __________.

Accepted Answer

A)   preparing
B)   scripting
C)   rehearsing
D)   practicingE) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 10

Janet is nervous about an interview she has with a potential employer next Monday, so she gets her mother, sister, and best friend to run through possible questions she might be asked. This is an example of a/an __________.

Accepted Answer

A)   scrimmage interview
B)   practice interview
C)   test interview
D)   mock interviewE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 11

Which of the following is not a part of the job-seeking process?

Accepted Answer

A)   exploring
B)   interviewing
C)   negotiating
D)   researchingE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

Which of the following accomplishments would be the most beneficial to highlight on a resume for someone applying for a leadership position?

Accepted Answer

A)   3.0 GPA
B)   member of a chorus line
C)   member of a basketball team
D)   completion of a team-based project for a classE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 13

Research on first impressions has shown ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)   Once a first impression has been made, it is nearly impossible to change.
B)   Once a first impression has been made, twice as much information is needed to reverse it.
C)   First impressions are formed in the first 30 seconds of meeting someone.
D)   A lasting first impression is more important than the interview itself.E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

When job-seekers go through the __________ process, they consider opportunities that match with their personal priorities.

Accepted Answer

A)   career exploration
B)   salary negotiation
C)   priority exploration
D)   contract negotiationE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 15

Which of the following should be included on a resume?

Accepted Answer

A)   education
B)   contact information
C)   experience
D)   all of the aboveE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 16

Resumes should not include a list of references.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

During an interview, Todd was asked by a potential employer for an example of how Todd had met a very short deadline. This is a type of ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)   traditional question
B)   behavioral question
C)   scripted question
D)   pressure questionE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 18

The scripting process is answering interview questions using a formula which includes ______________.

Accepted Answer

A)   answering the question directly, using a statistic or example to prove your point, and asking a follow up question
B)   using a specific example that you have actually experienced and explain it in three sentences or less
C)   directly answering the question, backing up the answer with a specific example, and tying the answer back to the company and/or the position
D)   connect the answer to the company itself no matter whatE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Exam 4: Resumes, Interviews, and Negotiations

Janet is nervous about an interview she has with a potential employer next Monday, so she gets her mother, sister, and best friend to run through possible questions she might be asked. This is an example of a/an __________.

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Cover letters and resumes should not exceed one page.

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Internships are reserved for students who are receiving credit for their work in an organization.

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How long does it usually take post-graduates to find their first jobs after college?

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Which of the following is not a part of the job-seeking process?

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Alice is having difficulty finding a job out of college, so she goes to an organization that finds potential employers for her for a nominal fee. This organization is known as a/an _____________.

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The scripting process is answering interview questions using a formula which includes ______________.

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Resumes should not include a list of references.

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Joining the local, regional, or national chapter of a(n) ___________ will greater enhance your ability to network with professionals that may be looking to hire.

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What important document would you use to introduce you as a potential employee, highlight your resume, and demonstrate your writing skills?

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Which of the following should be included on a resume?

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When job-seekers go through the __________ process, they consider opportunities that match with their personal priorities.

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Research on first impressions has shown ____________.

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If your work history is not directly related to the position you are pursuing, it is not acceptable to list the place of employment, job title, employment dates, and the skills you acquired at this job.

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Which of the following accomplishments would be the most beneficial to highlight on a resume for someone applying for a leadership position?

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Preparing three-part answers to potential interview questions is a process called __________.

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During an interview, Todd was asked by a potential employer for an example of how Todd had met a very short deadline. This is a type of ____________.

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Jared has just arrived to his job interview and finds himself in a room with two other candidates and three interviewers. Jared is taking part in what kind of interview?

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Exam 4: Resumes, Interviews, and Negotiations

Janet is nervous about an interview she has with a potential employer next Monday, so she gets her mother, sister, and best friend to run through possible questions she might be asked. This is an example of a/an __________.

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Cover letters and resumes should not exceed one page.

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Internships are reserved for students who are receiving credit for their work in an organization.

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How long does it usually take post-graduates to find their first jobs after college?

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Which of the following is not a part of the job-seeking process?

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Alice is having difficulty finding a job out of college, so she goes to an organization that finds potential employers for her for a nominal fee. This organization is known as a/an _____________.

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The scripting process is answering interview questions using a formula which includes ______________.

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Resumes should not include a list of references.

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Joining the local, regional, or national chapter of a(n) ___________ will greater enhance your ability to network with professionals that may be looking to hire.

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What important document would you use to introduce you as a potential employee, highlight your resume, and demonstrate your writing skills?

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Which of the following should be included on a resume?

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When job-seekers go through the __________ process, they consider opportunities that match with their personal priorities.

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Research on first impressions has shown ____________.

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If your work history is not directly related to the position you are pursuing, it is not acceptable to list the place of employment, job title, employment dates, and the skills you acquired at this job.

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Which of the following accomplishments would be the most beneficial to highlight on a resume for someone applying for a leadership position?

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Preparing three-part answers to potential interview questions is a process called __________.

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During an interview, Todd was asked by a potential employer for an example of how Todd had met a very short deadline. This is a type of ____________.

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