Resume Writing Mastery Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a resume as mentioned in the video?

• To find higher-quality career opportunities

• To list all your educational achievements

• To showcase your hobbies

• To provide a detailed biography

According to the video, how long should your resume be if you have less than 5 years of work experience?

• As long as needed

• One page

• Two pages

• Three pages

What is a professional profile intended to do?

• List all your previous job titles

• Explain what you can do for a company

• Describe your personal life

• Provide your contact information

What should students include in their professional profile if they lack work experience?

• Their travel experiences

• Their family background

• Volunteer experience and extracurricular activities

• Their favorite books

Why is it important to use keywords in your resume?

• To make it look more professional

• To fill up space

• To pass initial tracking software

• To impress your friends

What is the recommended order for listing work experience?

• By job title

• Alphabetical order

• By salary

• Reverse chronological order

What is a key recommendation for quantifying accomplishments on a resume?

• Using dollar amounts, percentages, and numbers

• Using adjectives

• Using personal anecdotes

• Using lengthy descriptions

What is a common mistake to avoid when proofreading your resume?

• Including too many personal details

• Using a fancy font

• Missing spelling or grammatical errors

• Using too many colors

What is a suggested method for proofreading your resume effectively?

• Using a text-to-speech tool

• Reading it on your phone

• Reading it aloud to yourself

• Printing it out and reviewing it on paper

What should you do if you don't have access to a printer for proofreading?

• Use a digital proofreading tool

• Read it on your computer screen

• Find a place to print and ask someone else to review it

• Skip proofreading