Question 1

Bethany is aware that the majority of résumés are now subjected to keyword searches in an applicant tracking system, in which a recruiter searches for résumés most likely to match the requirements of a particular job. To help Bethany use keywords for her benefit, which part of her résumé should include relevant keywords?
A) Contact information
B) Personal data
C) Introductory statement
D) Hobbies

Accepted Answer

The introductory statement or summary should include relevant keywords so that it captures the attention of an applicant tracking system and increases the chances of being selected for further review.

Question 2

Joe has worked as an independent contractor and has been part of many temporary assignments. In his résumé, he should ________.
A) group similar assignments under a single heading
B) mention only the bigger assignments
C) mention all assignments in their chronological order
D) not mention his customers without notifying them

Accepted Answer

Grouping similar assignments under a single heading will make it easier for the employer to understand his experience without making the résumé too long.

Question 3

Two of the more common issues that employers may perceive as weaknesses are gaps in your work history and ________.
A) a criminal record
B) inexperience
C) under qualification
D) frequent job changes

Accepted Answer

Frequent job changes may be perceived as a weakness as it can suggest a lack of commitment or loyalty to a company. It is important to be prepared to address this issue in a job interview and have a clear explanation for the job changes. A criminal record or under qualification would be more significant concerns for employers, and inexperience is a common issue for entry-level positions.

Question 4

Keywords that catch a computer's attention are usually ________ that describe the specific skills, attributes, and experiences an employer is looking for in a candidate.
A) adjectives
B) action phrases
C) action verbs
D) nouns

Accepted Answer

Keywords that catch a computer's attention in the context of job applications or resumes are typically nouns. These nouns describe specific skills, attributes, experiences, job titles, certifications, and technical terms relevant to the position, making them crucial for matching job descriptions and requirements.

Question 5

Of all the parts of a résumé, the ________ probably generates the most disagreement.
A) font size
B) order of the contact information
C) brief introductory statement that follows your name and contact information
D) nonprofessional email address

Accepted Answer

The brief introductory statement, sometimes called a resume objective or summary, can generate debate because some professionals advise including one while others do not. It is up to the individual to determine whether it is necessary and effective in their specific situation.

Question 6

Which of the following identifies either a specific job you want to land or a general career track you would like to pursue?
A) A career objective
B) A qualifications summary
C) A career summary
D) An introductory statement

Accepted Answer

A career objective specifically outlines the job or career track that the candidate is interested in pursuing.

Question 7

________ can include the business and technical terms associated with a specific profession, industry-specific jargon, names or types of products or systems used in a profession, job titles, and college degrees.
A) Scannable words
B) Professional language
C) Business language
D) Keywords

Accepted Answer

Keywords can include the business and technical terms associated with a specific profession, industry-specific jargon, names or types of products or systems used in a profession, job titles, and college degrees, as they are often used to optimize searches in databases and online.

Question 8

Devote the most space to the jobs that ________.
A) are relevant to your education
B) were the most challenging
C) you held the longest
D) are related to your target position

Accepted Answer

The jobs that are related to your target position are the most relevant and important to include in your resume as they demonstrate your skills and experience in the field that you are interested in. However, it is also good to include relevant jobs that may not be directly related to your target position but still demonstrate transferable skills.

Question 9

Sam has been told that to create an effective résumé he should keep its style direct and simple. So Sam should ________.
A) focus on his work history
B) use long sentences
C) focus on what he wants the reader to know
D) use crisp phrases

Accepted Answer

Sam should use crisp phrases to keep the style of his résumé direct and simple.

Question 10

Include activities and achievements outside of a work context only if they make you a more attractive job candidate. Mentioning fluency in multiple languages ________.
A) could count against you for domestic positions
B) should not be mentioned on résumés because it could lead to bias
C) should be backed up by relevant evidence
D) could weigh heavily in your favour with employers who do business internationally

Accepted Answer

Fluency in multiple languages could weigh heavily in a candidate's favor with employers who do business internationally. However, it is important to back up this claim with relevant evidence such as certifications or professional experience using those languages. Activities and achievements should only be included if they make you a more attractive job candidate.

Question 11

A ________ can cost you interview opportunities.
A) combination résumé, highlighting your skills
B) résumé based on a website sample
C) single page résumé
D) single mistake or oversight on your résumé

Accepted Answer

A single mistake or oversight on your résumé can leave a bad impression on the recruiter or employer and affect your chances of getting an interview. It is essential to proofread and review your résumé thoroughly before submitting it to avoid any errors.

Question 12

Which of these candidates should include a career summary in his or her résumé?
A) Derrick has just graduated from college and plans to continue a career in nonprofit fundraising, a job for which he has internship experience since his freshman year.
B) In his short stint at the organization, Nathan was promoted three times.
C) As an experienced manager, Grover had grown with the company, managing double-digit annual growth in revenue and employees in his division.
D) After all these years as a junior assistant, Chris is finally relieved that he is a junior manager now.

Accepted Answer

Grover, as an experienced manager who has achieved significant success and growth in his career, should include a career summary in his résumé to showcase his accomplishments and qualifications for potential employers. The other candidates may benefit from including a personal statement or objective, but a detailed career summary is not as necessary for them.

Question 13

If you do NOT name your current employer in the work experience section of your résumé and only mention the industry, you ________.
A) are creating doubt in the mind of your potential employer, who is entitled to disqualify you based on this omission
B) may not be noticed by recruiters
C) may lose out on the keyword search
D) are following expected résumé protocol and are allowed to keep your employer confidential

Accepted Answer

It is acceptable to keep your current employer confidential for various reasons, such as maintaining confidentiality agreements or avoiding potential repercussions. As long as you mention the industry and provide sufficient information about your job responsibilities and achievements, it is unlikely to create doubt or affect keyword searches. However, if specifically requested by the employer or if it is relevant to the job, you may need to disclose your employer's name.

Question 14

In the education section mention ________ only if the associated achievements are pertinent to your career goals.
A) educational objectives
B) career objectives
C) scholarships
D) high school or military training

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the education section mention ________ only...

Question 15

Chris has a criminal record and has been incarcerated for a month. What should Chris do when applying for a job?
A) Deny the criminal record
B) Not be held liable for the action since it has no bearing on these job skills
C) Only apply to companies that encourage rehabilitation of criminals
D) Not lie because companies will check criminal records

Accepted Answer

It is important for Chris to be truthful on job applications because many companies conduct criminal background checks. Being dishonest may result in losing the chance at a job or being terminated if the lie is discovered later. Instead, Chris should focus on highlighting their skills and qualifications, and being honest about the past while also discussing any rehabilitation efforts undertaken since then.

Question 16

Which of these email addresses would be appropriate in a résumé?
A) deathhammer@email.com
B) hardworking.harry@craftsolutions.com
C) cindy.cooper@highlandsystems.com
D) nancy.smith@email.com

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of these email addresses would be...

Question 17

The importance of adapting your résumé to your target readers' needs and interests cannot be overstated. Adapting to your readers can mean ________.
A) customizing your résumé, sometimes for each job opening
B) putting their needs ahead of your needs
C) maintaining consistency and attention to detail
D) generalizing your experience to suit a variety of needs

Accepted Answer

Adapting your resume to your readers means customizing it for each job opening, tailoring your skills and experiences to fit the specific requirements and needs of the employer. This can help increase your chances of getting noticed and ultimately hired. Putting their needs ahead of your own, maintaining consistency and attention to detail, and generalizing your experience may also be important factors, but they do not fully capture the importance of adapting to your target readers' needs and interests.

Question 18

Linda has spent a number of years in the professional work force. However, when she started she held a number of part-time, temporary, or entry-level jobs that don't relate to her career objective now. In the work experience section of her résumé, she should ________.
A) include all those details to give the right picture of her career path
B) never mention them
C) include them only in the career summary
D) exclude the irrelevant details that might clutter her résumé

Accepted Answer

Linda should only include relevant work experience that relates to her current career objective. Including irrelevant details can clutter her résumé and distract the employer from her qualifications. Therefore, she should exclude the part-time, temporary or entry-level jobs that do not relate to her career objective now.

Question 19

Ruth is actively involved in her church. She goes to great lengths to organize events for charity. In her community, Ruth is known for her leadership and organization skills. If she wants to mention these activities in her résumé as part of an application at a local bank she should ________.
A) not consider mentioning these because doing so might raise concerns for people with differing beliefs
B) mention these activities because employers find these attributes valuable and religious tolerance should be assumed
C) highlight her skills and mention that she did these for a not-for-profit organization
D) highlight her skills without mentioning any group she worked with

Accepted Answer

Mentioning her skills and that she worked for a not-for-profit organization focuses on her leadership and organizational abilities, which are valuable to employers, without emphasizing the religious aspect.

Question 20

For which of these applicants is education their strongest selling point?
A) A college graduate who has no experience
B) An upper-level manager who is to be promoted soon
C) A recently promoted lower level manager
D) An office assistant looking to upgrade his qualifications

Accepted Answer

Education is the strongest selling point for the college graduate who has no experience because they do not have any work experience to highlight but their education shows they have received academic training in their field of interest.

Quiz 13: Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Joe has worked as an independent contractor and has been part of many temporary assignments. In his résumé, he should ________.

Two of the more common issues that employers may perceive as weaknesses are gaps in your work history and ________.

Keywords that catch a computer's attention are usually ________ that describe the specific skills, attributes, and experiences an employer is looking for in a candidate.

Of all the parts of a résumé, the ________ probably generates the most disagreement.

Which of the following identifies either a specific job you want to land or a general career track you would like to pursue?

________ can include the business and technical terms associated with a specific profession, industry-specific jargon, names or types of products or systems used in a profession, job titles, and college degrees.

Devote the most space to the jobs that ________.

Sam has been told that to create an effective résumé he should keep its style direct and simple. So Sam should ________.

Include activities and achievements outside of a work context only if they make you a more attractive job candidate. Mentioning fluency in multiple languages ________.

A ________ can cost you interview opportunities.

Which of these candidates should include a career summary in his or her résumé?

If you do NOT name your current employer in the work experience section of your résumé and only mention the industry, you ________.

In the education section mention ________ only if the associated achievements are pertinent to your career goals.

Chris has a criminal record and has been incarcerated for a month. What should Chris do when applying for a job?

Which of these email addresses would be appropriate in a résumé?

The importance of adapting your résumé to your target readers' needs and interests cannot be overstated. Adapting to your readers can mean ________.

Linda has spent a number of years in the professional work force. However, when she started she held a number of part-time, temporary, or entry-level jobs that don't relate to her career objective now. In the work experience section of her résumé, she should ________.

Ruth is actively involved in her church. She goes to great lengths to organize events for charity. In her community, Ruth is known for her leadership and organization skills. If she wants to mention these activities in her résumé as part of an application at a local bank she should ________.

For which of these applicants is education their strongest selling point?