Resume Summary Writing Quiz

What is the main purpose of a resume summary?

• To tell the employer what you want from the job

• To quickly grab the attention of a hiring manager

• To list all your previous job titles

• To provide your contact information

Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to start your resume summary?

• With a professional title

• With an action verb

• With a list of hobbies

• With a title you aspire to hold

What should you include when explaining your greatest accomplishments in a resume summary?

• Your high school GPA

• The number of years in a specific industry

• Your favorite color

• The names of your pets

In the final sentence of your resume summary, what should you focus on?

• Your favorite vacation spot

• Your expertise and what makes you unique

• The names of your previous employers

• Your desired salary

Why is it important to use keywords in your resume summary?

• To make it sound more technical

• To confuse the hiring manager

• To match the job posting and stand out to hiring officials

• To make it longer