Question 1

Many companies receive as many as 200 applicants for a job.Of that pool,__________  candidates will be called back for the first interview.
A) -20
B) 3
C) 20
D) 8

Accepted Answer

It is difficult to determine the exact number of candidates that will be called back for the first interview as it depends on factors such as the number of positions available, the qualifications of the applicants, and the hiring criteria of the company. However, calling back 3 candidates out of 200 applicants for the first interview is a reasonable estimate based on industry standards and the averages of many companies.

Question 2

What three characteristics do most definitions of an interview have in common?
A) relationships, communication, and skills
B) planned, dyadic, and interactive discourse
C) planned, dyadic, and interpersonal activity
D) interviewer, interviewee, and adviser

Accepted Answer

Most definitions of an interview include it being a planned event, involving two parties (dyadic), and consisting of interactive discourse.

Question 3

An effective closing has three parts.Which of the following describes part two?
A) allowing the candidate to ask any final questions about the position
B) allowing the candidate to warm up for other possible interviews
C) summarizing the main issues discussed in the interview
D) reestablishing rapport by thanking the candidate, shaking hands, and making sure he/she knows the way out of the office

Accepted Answer

Part two of an effective closing involves summarizing the main issues discussed in the interview. This helps to ensure that both the interviewer and the candidate are clear on what was discussed and what the next steps will be. A and D are also important parts of the effective closing, but they describe different aspects of it. A involves allowing the candidate to ask any final questions, while D involves reestablishing rapport and thanking the candidate for their time. B is not a relevant factor in the effective closing.

Question 4

In preparing for an interview,what does the interviewee do to learn as much about the Potential employer as possible?
A) research the company
B) write a personal biography
C) get work experience
D) write a tailored cover letter

Accepted Answer

Researching the company is the best way for the interviewee to learn as much as possible about the potential employer. This includes looking at the company's website, reading news articles or press releases, reviewing the company's mission statement, and learning about the company's history and culture. Writing a personal biography, getting work experience, and writing a tailored cover letter may also be helpful, but researching the company is the most important step.

Question 5

__________ of the 1964 Civil Rights Act prohibits discrimination in employment on the Basis of color,race,religion,sex,or national origin.
A) Amendment Fourteen
B) Title VII
C) Amendment Nineteen
D) Title IX

Accepted Answer

Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act specifically prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Amendment Fourteen to the US Constitution addresses equal protection under the law, Amendment Nineteen guarantees women's right to vote, and Title IX prohibits sex discrimination in education programs or activities receiving federal funding. None of these directly address employment discrimination.

Question 6

Why should a résumé include school projects or volunteer achievements?
A) The more information you include, the more qualified you are.
B) Including the skills and responsibilities used in those contexts can substitute for a lack of formal job experience.
C) They demonstrate that you can do other things besides work.
D) It is fruitless to include these activities.

Accepted Answer

Including school projects or volunteer achievements can demonstrate applicable skills and responsibilities in lieu of formal job experience. This can make the candidate appear more qualified, increasing their chances of getting hired.

Question 7

The interviewee designs the résumé and the cover letter based on the __________ and the Research done on the company.
A) organizational structure
B) business purpose
C) personal biography
D) work experience

Accepted Answer

The answer of The interviewee designs the résumé and the...

Question 8

The responsibility for conducting an interview legally rests with the __________,not with The __________ .
A) interviewer; interviewee.
B) interviewee; interviewer.
C) employee; mentor.
D) candidate; interviewer.

Accepted Answer

The responsibility for conducting an interview legally rests with the interviewer, not with the interviewee. The interviewer must ensure that the questions asked are not discriminatory and that the hiring decisions are made fairly and based on job-related criteria. The interviewee does not have legal responsibilities in this context.

Question 9

During an interview,listen carefully to __________ question before responding.
A) most of the
B) important parts of the
C) the entire
D) specifics of the

Accepted Answer

The question asks to listen carefully to the entire question before responding, indicating that all parts of the question should be considered. The other answer choices suggest only listening to certain parts or aspects of the question.

Question 10

__________ enable(s)organizations to see how potential employees will behave on the Job and how they will adapt to the corporate culture.
A) Internships
B) Networking
C) Personal job applications
D) Employee referrals

Accepted Answer

Internships allow organizations to observe potential employees in a real-life work setting and evaluate their behavior and alignment with the corporate culture. Networking, personal job applications, and employee referrals do not provide the same level of insight into a candidate's behavior and adaptation to the work environment.

Question 11

__________ provide(s)a "second opinion" for an interviewer.
A) Demonstrated skills
B) References
C) Work experience
D) Educational background

Accepted Answer

References are individuals who can provide additional insight into the candidate's qualifications, character, and work ethic. They can offer a second opinion for the interviewer, helping them to make a more informed decision when selecting a candidate for the position. Demonstrated skills, work experience, and educational background can also be important factors in the hiring decision, but they do not necessarily provide a second opinion.

Question 12

Which of the following describes one goal that all employment interviews have in Common?
A) to assess communication skills in the interview
B) to select the best possible person from the available pool of applicants
C) to ignore nonverbal communication
D) to ensure that the selection interviews vary in their sophistication

Accepted Answer

The goal of all employment interviews is to select the best possible person from the available pool of applicants. The other options may be factors that are considered during the interview, but they are not the overarching goal.

Question 13

By understanding the responsibilities of job interviewers,the interviewee gains
__________ knowledge that can improve her/his performance.
A) communicational
B) continual
C) situational
D) goal

Accepted Answer

Understanding the responsibilities of job interviewers provides the interviewee with situational knowledge, which is knowledge about the context and circumstances of the interview process. This can help the interviewee navigate the interview more effectively.

Question 14

__________, the official source of legal guidance in hiring, provides prescriptive advice for avoiding potentially discriminatory practices during the interview process.
A) Legal Guidance for Employers
B) Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures
C) Employee Selection Guidelines
D) Proper and Nondiscriminatory Questions Guide

Accepted Answer

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures is the official source of legal guidance for hiring, and provides prescriptive advice for avoiding potentially discriminatory practices during the interview process. Options A, C, and D are not actual sources of such legal guidance.

Question 15

What is the first step an interviewer takes in preparing an interview schedule?
A) scheduling interviews in alphabetical order
B) scheduling interviews based on the applicants' qualifications
C) developing preliminary questions that elicit information about job qualifications, interest in the company, and personal characteristics
D) composing specific questions that are direct, yet conversational, and that conform to all legal requirements

Accepted Answer

The first step an interviewer takes in preparing an interview schedule is to develop preliminary questions that elicit information about job qualifications, interest in the company, and personal characteristics. This helps to structure the interview and ensures that important information is gathered.

Question 16

__________ is (are)the process of finding a job through personal contacts at other Organizations.
A) Internships
B) Networking
C) Personal job application
D) Employee referrals

Accepted Answer

Networking is the process of finding a job through personal contacts at other organizations.

Question 17

More than 90% of business organizations provide training in ___________ for their Employees.
A) telephone operation
B) cash register operation
C) interpersonal communication
D) leadership

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal communication is an essential skill in any workplace. It involves understanding and effectively conveying messages to colleagues, supervisors, and clients. Therefore, it is highly likely that the majority of business organizations would provide training in this area. While telephone and cash register operation may be specific to certain industries or job roles, and leadership training may be reserved for select individuals in management positions, interpersonal communication is relevant for employees at all levels.

Question 18

It is helpful for the interviewer to define the __________ qualifications necessary for the Job to avoid selecting overqualified candidates.
A) maximum
B) specific
C) extensive
D) minimum

Accepted Answer

The answer of It is helpful for the interviewer to...

Question 19

Paying too much attention to the relationship and not enough to the overall purpose of The interview is a problem related to
A) communication.
B) competence.
C) anxiety.
D) goal setting.

Accepted Answer

The overall purpose of the interview should guide the focus of the conversation. If the interviewer pays too much attention to the relationship between themselves and the interviewee, they may lose sight of the goals they need to achieve during the interview. This can lead to wasting time on small talk or irrelevant details instead of gathering important information or assessing the candidate's qualifications. Understanding the goals and purpose of the interview is essential for achieving a successful outcome.

Question 20

Which of the following could be an obstacle to the achievement of goals in the Interview?
A) an uncomfortable setting and inconvenient time for the interview
B) sufficient preparation by the interviewer
C) the interviewee talking enthusiastically
D) a willingness to contribute on the part of the interviewer

Accepted Answer

An uncomfortable setting and inconvenient time can undermine the achievement of goals in the interview by distracting the interviewer and interviewee, making it difficult for them to focus on each other and the matter at hand.

Quiz 8: Interviewing Skills

Many companies receive as many as 200 applicants for a job.Of that pool,__________ candidates will be called back for the first interview.

What three characteristics do most definitions of an interview have in common?

An effective closing has three parts.Which of the following describes part two?

In preparing for an interview,what does the interviewee do to learn as much about the Potential employer as possible?

__________ of the 1964 Civil Rights Act prohibits discrimination in employment on the Basis of color,race,religion,sex,or national origin.

Why should a résumé include school projects or volunteer achievements?

The interviewee designs the résumé and the cover letter based on the __________ and the Research done on the company.

The responsibility for conducting an interview legally rests with the ,not with The .

During an interview,listen carefully to __________ question before responding.

__________ enable(s) organizations to see how potential employees will behave on the Job and how they will adapt to the corporate culture.

__________ provide(s) a "second opinion" for an interviewer.

Which of the following describes one goal that all employment interviews have in Common?

By understanding the responsibilities of job interviewers,the interviewee gains __________ knowledge that can improve her/his performance.

__________, the official source of legal guidance in hiring, provides prescriptive advice for avoiding potentially discriminatory practices during the interview process.

What is the first step an interviewer takes in preparing an interview schedule?

__________ is (are) the process of finding a job through personal contacts at other Organizations.

More than 90% of business organizations provide training in ___________ for their Employees.

It is helpful for the interviewer to define the __________ qualifications necessary for the Job to avoid selecting overqualified candidates.

Paying too much attention to the relationship and not enough to the overall purpose of The interview is a problem related to

Which of the following could be an obstacle to the achievement of goals in the Interview?