Question 1

Networking is not simply putting yourself in contact with powerful people and asking them for a job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

When it comes to including keywords on résumés,

Accepted Answer

A)  it is usually a waste of time, since most employers now personally review each résumé they receive. 
B)  the best strategy is to put them all into a keyword summary. 
C)  it is impossible to determine what words might attract the kind of employer you want. 
D)  you should incorporate them into your introductory statement and other sections. 
A)  it is usually a waste of time, since most employers now personally review each résumé they receive. 
B)  the best strategy is to put them all into a keyword summary. 
C)  it is impossible to determine what words might attract the kind of employer you want. 
D)  you should incorporate them into your introductory statement and other sections.

Question 3

One example of an effective career objective is, "A fulfilling position that provides ample opportunity for career growth and personal satisfaction."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Regardless of a candidate's work experience, the prime source of jobs in general appears to be

Accepted Answer

A)  online job posting services. 
B)  college job fairs. 
C)  personal contacts. 
D)  all of the above equally. 
A)  online job posting services. 
B)  college job fairs. 
C)  personal contacts. 
D)  all of the above equally.

Question 5

Most employers now prefer functional résumés to chronological ones.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

When mailing a résumé, it is a good idea to

Accepted Answer

A)  use a standard white #10 envelope. 
B)  use a large kraft envelope. 
C)  pay to have it delivered the next day. 
D)  have it delivered via Priority Mail. 
A)  use a standard white #10 envelope. 
B)  use a large kraft envelope. 
C)  pay to have it delivered the next day. 
D)  have it delivered via Priority Mail.

Question 7

The best résumés are written using short, crisp phrases starting with strong ________ verbs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The best résumés are written using short,...

Question 8

When you describe your work experience on your résumé, you should

Accepted Answer

A)  list only full-time positions. 
B)  describe one or two jobs in detail so that employers get an idea of your work ethic. 
C)  try to come up with fancier titles for the jobs you've held. 
D)  start with your most recent job and work back chronologically. 
A)  list only full-time positions. 
B)  describe one or two jobs in detail so that employers get an idea of your work ethic. 
C)  try to come up with fancier titles for the jobs you've held. 
D)  start with your most recent job and work back chronologically.

Question 9

If you are planning a career change and want to deemphasize lengthy unemployment or lack of career progress, the best organizational plan for your résumé would be

Accepted Answer

A)  indirect. 
B)  functional. 
C)  chronological. 
D)  targeted. 
A)  indirect. 
B)  functional. 
C)  chronological. 
D)  targeted.

Question 10

The primary difference between a résumé and a CV is that the CV is likely to be ________ than the résumé.

Accepted Answer

A)  more detailed 
B)  less detailed 
C)  less formal 
D)  shorter 
A)  more detailed 
B)  less detailed 
C)  less formal 
D)  shorter

Question 11

A functional résumé is structured around a list of skills and abilities and focuses on the person's areas of competence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

If you have a personal webpage or e-portfolio, you should list it on your résumé under "Contact Information."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A combination résumé combines descriptions of your education and employment background.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

It would be inappropriate to mention unpaid community service activities on a résumé.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

If you are just graduating from college and have little or no professional experience,

Accepted Answer

A)  your résumé can be written in a casual, informal tone. 
B)  a functional résumé is your only option. 
C)  your chronological résumé should probably list educational qualifications first. 
D)  a traditional chronological résumé is your only option. 
A)  your résumé can be written in a casual, informal tone. 
B)  a functional résumé is your only option. 
C)  your chronological résumé should probably list educational qualifications first. 
D)  a traditional chronological résumé is your only option.

Question 16

If you plan to include a career objective or summary of qualifications in your résumé, you should make it as vague as possible to keep from limiting your prospects.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

With today's technology, preparing a paper résumé is a waste of time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Name at least five types of information that should not be included on résumés when candidates are applying to companies in the U.S.

Accepted Answer

(Answers may include any five of the fol

Question 19

A(n) ________ is a persuasive message designed to get you an interview.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ is a persuasive message designed...

Question 20

Putting "References available upon request" at the end of your résumé is

Accepted Answer

A)  not necessary since the availability of references is usually assumed. 
B)  less effective than listing the names and contact information for all references, even if the employer has not requested them. 
C)  necessary only when applying for government positions. 
D)  standard practice, and most employers will expect to see it. 
A)  not necessary since the availability of references is usually assumed. 
B)  less effective than listing the names and contact information for all references, even if the employer has not requested them. 
C)  necessary only when applying for government positions. 
D)  standard practice, and most employers will expect to see it.

Exam 18: Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Networking is not simply putting yourself in contact with powerful people and asking them for a job.

When it comes to including keywords on résumés,

One example of an effective career objective is, "A fulfilling position that provides ample opportunity for career growth and personal satisfaction."

Regardless of a candidate's work experience, the prime source of jobs in general appears to be

Most employers now prefer functional résumés to chronological ones.

When mailing a résumé, it is a good idea to

The best résumés are written using short, crisp phrases starting with strong ________ verbs.

When you describe your work experience on your résumé, you should

If you are planning a career change and want to deemphasize lengthy unemployment or lack of career progress, the best organizational plan for your résumé would be

The primary difference between a résumé and a CV is that the CV is likely to be ________ than the résumé.

A functional résumé is structured around a list of skills and abilities and focuses on the person's areas of competence.

If you have a personal webpage or e-portfolio, you should list it on your résumé under "Contact Information."

A combination résumé combines descriptions of your education and employment background.

It would be inappropriate to mention unpaid community service activities on a résumé.

If you are just graduating from college and have little or no professional experience,

If you plan to include a career objective or summary of qualifications in your résumé, you should make it as vague as possible to keep from limiting your prospects.

With today's technology, preparing a paper résumé is a waste of time.

Name at least five types of information that should not be included on résumés when candidates are applying to companies in the U.S.

A(n) ________ is a persuasive message designed to get you an interview.

Putting "References available upon request" at the end of your résumé is

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Mastering Interpersonal Communication

Communicating in a World of Diversity

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Crafting Messages for Electronic Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Finding, Evaluating, and Processing Information

Designing Visual Communication

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing Reports and Proposals

Completing Reports and Proposals

Developing Oral and Online Presentations

Enhancing Presentations With Slides and Other Visuals

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

Format and Layout of Business Documents

Documentation of Report Sources

Correction Symbols

Filters