Test on Resumes March 13, 2024

First and Last Name

1. How long should your résumé be at the beginning of your career?

• One paragraph
• Half of a page
• One page

2. Which of the following is the suggested format to use when creating an email?

• [e-mail]
• [e-mail]
• [e-mail]

3. Which of the following should NOT be on your résumé?

• Birth date
• Address
• Personal interests

4. It is encouraged to use vibrant colors and graphics on résumés in order to stand out

• True
• False

5. How many times should an applicant review their résumé for grammar, spelling and punctuation mistakes before submitting it?

• Twice
• Three times

6. Which of the following is a basic professional courtesy which should be included with a résumé?

• Birth certificate
• A cover letter

7. Which of the following GPAs is considered strong enough to include on a résumé?

• 3.4
• 2.9

8. Which of the following sections on a résumé consists of essential personal information?

• Headings
• Experience and skills

9. Which of the following styles of résumé are formatted to demonstrate how an applicant ideally matches the requirements of the position?

• Combination
• Functional