Resume and CV Quiz

What does the French word "resume" mean?

• Summary

• Detail

• Life

• Experience

CV stands for ________, which means "course of life" in Latin.

The primary purpose of a resume is to:

• Win an interview

• Showcase hobbies

• List all life experiences

• Impress friends

A CV can be:

• Specific only

• Generic only

• Both specific and generic

• Neither specific nor generic

Which document is typically used for experienced professionals?

• Resume

• CV

• Bio Data

• Cover Letter

The STAR method stands for:

• Situation, Task, Action, Result

• Strategy, Tactic, Approach, Review

• Strength, Talent, Ability, Responsibility

• Success, Teamwork, Achievement, Reward

A resume is typically ________ page(s) long.

• 1-2

• 3-4

• 5-6

• More than 6

A CV (Curriculum Vitae) ________:

• is more detailed than a resume

• is less detailed than a resume

• Is used only for entry level positions

• details the whole course of your career

Fill in the blank: Information on ________ describes a candidate's career path.

Which of the following is considered a hobby?

• Reading business magazines regularly

• Studying the share market

• Both a and b

• Browsing shopping sites once in a while