Resume Writing Mastery Quiz

What is one of the main purposes of a resume?

• To list all your hobbies

• To provide your family history

• To showcase your personal brand

• To display your favorite books

How long should a resume be if you have less than 5 years of work experience?

• Two pages

• One page

• Three pages

• Half a page

What should a professional profile aim to explain?

• Your personal life story

• What you can do for a company

• Your travel experiences

• Your favorite movies

What should you do if you don't have a lot of work experience?

• Focus on volunteer work and extracurricular activities

• Write about your favorite TV shows

• Make up job experiences

• Leave the resume blank

Why is it important to use keywords in your resume?

• To make it longer

• To make it look colorful

• To pass initial tracking software

• To confuse the hiring manager

What is a recommended way to organize your work experience section?

• Random order

• Chronological order

• Reverse chronological order

• Alphabetical order

What is a key benefit of quantifying your accomplishments on a resume?

• It confuses the reader

• It provides concrete evidence of your achievements

• It fills up space on the page

• It makes the resume look more professional

What is a good practice when listing accomplishments in your work experience?

• Write in complete paragraphs

• Use vague descriptions

• Include dollar amounts and percentages

• Use only bullet points

What is a common mistake that can be avoided by proofreading your resume?

• Spelling and grammatical errors

• Listing your favorite foods

• Including irrelevant hobbies

• Using too many colors

What is a suggested method for proofreading your resume?

• Reading it in a dark room

• Asking a child to read it

• Printing it out and reviewing it on paper

• Reading it on your phone