Career Skills Quiz #1

What is the primary purpose of a resume?

• To provide a detailed list of personal hobbies

• To secure a job position

• To summarize your educational and professional experience

• To introduce your family background

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following is a common method used for job searching?

• Cold calling companies to ask if they are hiring

• Submitting resumes randomly without looking at job descriptions

• Using job search websites to find relevant job postings

• Waiting for companies to contact you

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the main goal of professional networking?

• To make as many friends as possible

• To exchange information and build contacts that could help in career advancement

• To find a new hobby

• To socialize at professional events without any specific purpose

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which action should you take immediately after a job interview?

• Wait for the employer to contact you

• Send a thank-you email expressing gratitude for the opportunity

• Start discussing salary expectations on social media

• Critique the interview process publicly

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is an effective strategy for resume writing to make it stand out to employers?

• Use a complex design with multiple colors

• Include every job you have ever had

• Tailor your resume to highlight relevant experience and skills for the job

• Keep the resume at least four pages long

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How should you prepare for a job interview to demonstrate your interest in the position?

• Memorize your resume completely

• Research the company and understand its culture and products

• Plan to arrive exactly at the interview time

• Wear casual clothes to appear relaxed

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

In professional networking, what is the significance of having an "elevator pitch"?

• It is a long detailed description of your professional history

• It is a brief, persuasive speech to spark interest in what you do

• It is a way to ask for a job directly

• It is a formal presentation given at networking events

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Why is it important to explore different career options during your junior and senior years?

• To decide on a career path based on personal interests and market demand

• To prepare for retirement plans early

• To avoid taking any professional work during studies

• To focus solely on academic achievements

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is a key benefit of securing an internship while in school?

• It primarily increases your social circle

• It allows you to earn a full-time salary

• It provides practical experience and helps in applying academic knowledge

• It fulfills most graduation requirements

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How can strategic use of LinkedIn benefit your job search?

• By randomly adding as many people as possible

• By sharing personal vacation photos

• By engaging with content relevant to your field and connecting with industry professionals

• By keeping your profile private and unsearchable

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking