English Job Application Vocabulary Quiz

What is the English meaning of "qualifications" as used in the context of job suitability?

• A document that lists a person's education, work experience, skills, and achievements.

• Skills, education, or experience that make a person suitable for a job.

• A person who applies for a job.

• Skill or expertise in a particular field or activity.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does "CV" stand for in a job application context?

• A person who gives advice or guidance.

• Free time or time spent relaxing or doing enjoyable activities.

• A document that lists a person's education, work experience, skills, and achievements.

• Being watchful or ready to respond quickly.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does the word "applicant" refer to?

• A person who provides a reference or recommendation for someone.

• A person who gives advice or guidance.

• A person who applies for a job.

• Skills, education, or experience that make a person suitable for a job.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Which of the following best describes the term "voluntary"?

• Happening often or shared by many people.

• Done willingly or without being forced or paid.

• Making a list or including something in a list.

• Providing useful or interesting information.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the meaning of "proficiency" as it relates to job skills?

• A person who provides a reference or recommendation for someone.

• Skill or expertise in a particular field or activity.

• Knowledge or skills gained from doing a particular job or activity.

• A document that lists a person's education, work experience, skills, and achievements.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does the word "simply" mean?

• In a complex or difficult manner.

• In a simple or straightforward manner.

• With a lot of effort.

• In an indirect way.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What is the meaning of "willing"?

• Unwilling to do something.

• Ready or eager to do something.

• Indifferent to doing something.

• Forced to do something.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What are "insights"?

• Shallow understanding of a topic.

• Deep understanding or valuable information gained from analysis or observation.

• Misunderstandings.

• Facts that are widely known.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What does the adjective "latter" refer to?

• The first of two things mentioned.

• The last of many things mentioned.

• The second of two things mentioned.

• None of the things mentioned.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does "handy" mean?

• Difficult to use.

• Convenient or useful.

• Rarely needed.

• Expensive.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4