Question 1

If you are considering advancing in your career you should:

Accepted Answer

A)  keep it secret so that others don't apply for the same position as you. 
B)  focus on how you are better than others and aim to outdo their efforts. 
C)  try to get noticed at work no matter what it takes. 
D)  let your supervisor know you are interested in doing so. 
A)  keep it secret so that others don't apply for the same position as you. 
B)  focus on how you are better than others and aim to outdo their efforts. 
C)  try to get noticed at work no matter what it takes. 
D)  let your supervisor know you are interested in doing so. D

Question 2

The BEST place to look for work is in the local newspaper where you live.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Describe how you should write a résumé.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Correct answers should discuss a résumé's purpose of helping secure an interview. It should include the basic elements of contact information, work experience, education, and other relevant experiences.

Question 4

Explain what an informational interview is and how it differs from a job interview, then discuss questions you should potentially ask during an informational interview.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Correct answers shoul

Question 5

What is the purpose of a qualifications summary on a résumé?

Accepted Answer

A)  to provide a paragraph that describes who you are as a person 
B)  to give a brief statement from your college advisor 
C)  to show a list of all the courses you have completed in college 
D)  to offer a brief overview of what kind of professional you are 
A)  to provide a paragraph that describes who you are as a person 
B)  to give a brief statement from your college advisor 
C)  to show a list of all the courses you have completed in college 
D)  to offer a brief overview of what kind of professional you are

Question 6

Where is the BEST place to look for jobs for a specific company?

Accepted Answer

A)  the company newsletter 
B)  Glassdoor.com 
C)  the company website 
D)  Indeed.com 
A)  the company newsletter 
B)  Glassdoor.com 
C)  the company website 
D)  Indeed.com

Question 7

When using references, which of these should you do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ask permission before putting someone as a reference. 
B)  Pick only people that you have recently worked with. 
C)  Select high school friends and relatives as references. 
D)  Call your references after you have the interview. 
A)  Ask permission before putting someone as a reference. 
B)  Pick only people that you have recently worked with. 
C)  Select high school friends and relatives as references. 
D)  Call your references after you have the interview.

Question 8

What is the purpose of behavioral interview questions?

Accepted Answer

A)  They show how you will react if you are offered the position. 
B)  They uncover gaps in skill sets specific to the position. 
C)  They display any behavioral issues you may have been concealing. 
D)  They reveal how you would act or react in certain situations. 
A)  They show how you will react if you are offered the position. 
B)  They uncover gaps in skill sets specific to the position. 
C)  They display any behavioral issues you may have been concealing. 
D)  They reveal how you would act or react in certain situations.

Question 9

Which of these statements is TRUE about the job market?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is not as competitive at times, and it really depends on the stock market and economy. 
B)  It is competitive, but only in certain career fields and in certain areas of the country. 
C)  It is competitive, and sometimes ten to a thousand people can be applying for the same job. 
D)  It is not competitive if you have a college degree, but it can be for anyone who does not have one. 
A)  It is not as competitive at times, and it really depends on the stock market and economy. 
B)  It is competitive, but only in certain career fields and in certain areas of the country. 
C)  It is competitive, and sometimes ten to a thousand people can be applying for the same job. 
D)  It is not competitive if you have a college degree, but it can be for anyone who does not have one.

Question 10

Why is it important to pursue career development after finding a job?

Accepted Answer

A)  Jobs naturally change with time and new skills will be necessary. 
B)  Employers generally retain employees based on their career development efforts. 
C)  You might end up finding opportunities you didn't even realize existed. 
D)  You're likely to lose at least one job, so it's best to be prepared. 
A)  Jobs naturally change with time and new skills will be necessary. 
B)  Employers generally retain employees based on their career development efforts. 
C)  You might end up finding opportunities you didn't even realize existed. 
D)  You're likely to lose at least one job, so it's best to be prepared.

Question 11

What is the purpose of an informational interview?

Accepted Answer

A)  to provide employers with "inside information" on a candidate 
B)  to get "insider information" on what a job is really like from someone in the field 
C)  to prepare candidates for a real interview with a potential employer 
D)  to prepare students for the type of interview they can expect from potential employers 
A)  to provide employers with "inside information" on a candidate 
B)  to get "insider information" on what a job is really like from someone in the field 
C)  to prepare candidates for a real interview with a potential employer 
D)  to prepare students for the type of interview they can expect from potential employers

Question 12

Discuss why it is important to have proper interview etiquette.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Correct answers shoul

Question 13

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is tailored to the organization and position you are applying for. 
B)  It is a generic letter that you send along with your résumé. 
C)  It is meant to accept a conditional offer once you have been selected for a job. 
D)  It is used as a way of introducing yourself right before an interview. 
A)  It is tailored to the organization and position you are applying for. 
B)  It is a generic letter that you send along with your résumé. 
C)  It is meant to accept a conditional offer once you have been selected for a job. 
D)  It is used as a way of introducing yourself right before an interview.

Question 14

What does it mean if you are proactive in a job search?

Accepted Answer

A)  You look for jobs through multiple sources. 
B)  You are more aggressive than other candidates. 
C)  You search for jobs in places where others would not. 
D)  You take any job that is offered to you. 
A)  You look for jobs through multiple sources. 
B)  You are more aggressive than other candidates. 
C)  You search for jobs in places where others would not. 
D)  You take any job that is offered to you.

Question 15

Career development is BEST at helping workers:

Accepted Answer

A)  find out how they could improve their interview skills. 
B)  write a successful résumé and cover letter. 
C)  master new skills and try for new opportunities. 
D)  stay in the same job with the same company throughout your career. 
A)  find out how they could improve their interview skills. 
B)  write a successful résumé and cover letter. 
C)  master new skills and try for new opportunities. 
D)  stay in the same job with the same company throughout your career.

Question 16

How long after the interview should you wait to contact the interviewer to ask about a decision?

Accepted Answer

A)  twenty-four hours at the earliest 
B)  indefinitely 
C)  about two weeks after the interview 
D)  only after the time you were told has passed 
A)  twenty-four hours at the earliest 
B)  indefinitely 
C)  about two weeks after the interview 
D)  only after the time you were told has passed

Question 17

Formal programs to provide practical experience for beginners in an occupation or a profession are called:

Accepted Answer

A)  service learning opportunities. 
B)  co-ops. 
C)  internships. 
D)  jobs. 
A)  service learning opportunities. 
B)  co-ops. 
C)  internships. 
D)  jobs.

Question 18

What is the BEST advice when attending a job fair hosted by your school?

Accepted Answer

A)  Dress professionally and come with several copies of your résumé on high-quality paper. 
B)  Visit each booth, even if you are not interested in a job, to get practice talking to employers. 
C)  Bring your best friend or significant other to keep you company so you look personable. 
D)  Ask a lot of questions and be completely open about your experiences so they know you are serious. 
A)  Dress professionally and come with several copies of your résumé on high-quality paper. 
B)  Visit each booth, even if you are not interested in a job, to get practice talking to employers. 
C)  Bring your best friend or significant other to keep you company so you look personable. 
D)  Ask a lot of questions and be completely open about your experiences so they know you are serious.

Question 19

What is meant by the STAR approach?

Accepted Answer

A)  Situation, Task, Action, Result 
B)  Start, Think, Analyze, Respond 
C)  Speak, Train, Approach, React 
D)  Stop, Track, Act, Request 
A)  Situation, Task, Action, Result 
B)  Start, Think, Analyze, Respond 
C)  Speak, Train, Approach, React 
D)  Stop, Track, Act, Request

Question 20

Career decisions are relatively flexible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

If you are considering advancing in your career you should:

The BEST place to look for work is in the local newspaper where you live.

Describe how you should write a résumé.

Explain what an informational interview is and how it differs from a job interview, then discuss questions you should potentially ask during an informational interview.

What is the purpose of a qualifications summary on a résumé?

Where is the BEST place to look for jobs for a specific company?

When using references, which of these should you do?

What is the purpose of behavioral interview questions?

Which of these statements is TRUE about the job market?

Why is it important to pursue career development after finding a job?

What is the purpose of an informational interview?

Discuss why it is important to have proper interview etiquette.

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

What does it mean if you are proactive in a job search?

Career development is BEST at helping workers:

How long after the interview should you wait to contact the interviewer to ask about a decision?

Formal programs to provide practical experience for beginners in an occupation or a profession are called:

What is the BEST advice when attending a job fair hosted by your school?

What is meant by the STAR approach?

Career decisions are relatively flexible.

Building a Foundation for College Success

Planning Your Future

Motivation, Decision Making, and Personal Responsibility

Organization and Time Management

Understanding Thinking and Learning

Reading for College Success

Take Effective Notes

Memory and Studying

Performing Well on Exams

Information Literacy and Communication

Social Belonging

Health and Wellness

Celebrating Your Success and Connecting to Your Future

Strategies for Success in College

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Exam 13: Career Readiness

If you are considering advancing in your career you should:

The BEST place to look for work is in the local newspaper where you live.

Describe how you should write a résumé.

Explain what an informational interview is and how it differs from a job interview, then discuss questions you should potentially ask during an informational interview.

What is the purpose of a qualifications summary on a résumé?

Where is the BEST place to look for jobs for a specific company?

When using references, which of these should you do?

What is the purpose of behavioral interview questions?

Which of these statements is TRUE about the job market?

Why is it important to pursue career development after finding a job?

What is the purpose of an informational interview?

Discuss why it is important to have proper interview etiquette.

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

What does it mean if you are proactive in a job search?

Career development is BEST at helping workers:

How long after the interview should you wait to contact the interviewer to ask about a decision?

Formal programs to provide practical experience for beginners in an occupation or a profession are called:

What is the BEST advice when attending a job fair hosted by your school?

What is meant by the STAR approach?

Career decisions are relatively flexible.

Building a Foundation for College Success

Planning Your Future

Motivation, Decision Making, and Personal Responsibility

Organization and Time Management

Understanding Thinking and Learning

Reading for College Success

Take Effective Notes

Memory and Studying

Performing Well on Exams

Information Literacy and Communication

Social Belonging

Health and Wellness

Celebrating Your Success and Connecting to Your Future

Strategies for Success in College

Filters