Resume Writing Best Practices

Emma provides guidance on writing professional resumes and cover letters, focusing on appropriate vocabulary and grammar. She advises against using informal language, such as contractions, slang, and idioms, and emphasizes the importance of using power verbs and keywords from job ads. Emma also highlights the need for active voice and varied sentence structures. Finally, she stresses the importance of editing to avoid mistakes that could lead to rejection.

What is the main focus of the video presented by Emma?

• Vocabulary and grammar in resumes and cover letters

• How to negotiate salary

• The importance of networking

• How to dress for an interview

Which of the following should be avoided in a professional resume?

• Formal language

• Contractions

• Specific achievements

• Power verbs

Why should idioms be avoided in resumes and cover letters?

• They are difficult to understand

• They are not professional

• They are too formal

• They are too short

What is a good strategy for choosing vocabulary in a resume?

• Using as many adjectives as possible

• Using keywords from the job advertisement

• Copying from a friend's resume

• Using only technical jargon

What is a power verb?

• A verb that is rarely used

• A verb that is difficult to spell

• A verb that has a strong-sounding meaning

• A verb that is commonly used

Why is it important to avoid repetitive language in resumes?

• It makes the resume longer

• It shows a lack of vocabulary

• It can make the resume boring

• It is difficult to read

Which voice is preferred in resume writing?

• Narrative voice

• Indirect voice

• Active voice

• Passive voice

What should you do to make your cover letter more interesting?

• Use only past tense

• Write in all caps

• Use a variety of sentence structures

• Use the same sentence structure

What is a crucial step after writing your resume and cover letter?

• Using colorful fonts

• Sending it immediately

• Adding more pages

• Editing for mistakes

Where can you find additional resources on power verbs?

• In a library

• In the video description

• In a newspaper

• In a dictionary