Which of the following is not an appropriate section heading for a résumé Quizlet

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When writing a resume, the first step is ________.
a.
fine-tuning each section of the resume
c.
writing forceful phrases that convey qualifications
b.
deciding on your job objective
d.
selecting the most appropriate resume layout

B

The primary purpose of the resume is to
a.
obtain interviews.
b.
practice stating your skills.
c.
give to your support network.
d.
all of the above
e.
none of the above

A

An electronic resume is a plain-looking document.

T

When creating your resume, you should
a.
tailor it to the needs of the employer
d.
all of the above
b.
use industry and job related terms
e.
none of the above
c.
match it to the job description

D

A well-written resume objective accomplishes which of the following?
a.
shows research of the job and/or position
b.
reflects your abilities and interests
c.
uses industry vocabulary
d.
all of the above
e.
none of the above

D

From the following, identify the action verb that would be appropriate to use on a resume
a.
equitable
d.
all of the above
b.
analyzed
e.
none of the above
c.
significantly

B

Education and training should always be listed before actual work or volunteer experience on a resume.

F

The objective on your resume should state your long-term career goals.

F

Including positive personal qualities on your resume can help compensate for lack of paid work experience

T

In order to pass both human and electronic reviews, a resume should include all of the following except __________.

a.
accomplishments
b.
action verbs
c.
complete sentences
d.
keywords

C

The primary purpose of the resume is to
a.
obtain interviews.
b.
practice stating your skills.
c.
give to your support network.
d.
all of the above
e.
none of the above

A

A well-written resume objective accomplishes which of the following?
a.
shows research of the job and/or position
b.
reflects your abilities and interests
c.
uses industry vocabulary
d.
all of the above
e.
none of the above

D

An electronic resume is a plain-looking document.

T

In order to pass both human and electronic reviews, a resume should include all of the following except __________.

a.
accomplishments
b.
action verbs
c.
complete sentences
d.
keywords

C

Before writing your resume, you should
a.
inventory your education and skills
d.
all of the above
b.
follow an accepted format
e.
none of the above
c.
know industry terminology

A

When writing a resume, the first step is ________.
a.
fine-tuning each section of the resume
c.
writing forceful phrases that convey qualifications
b.
deciding on your job objective
d.
selecting the most appropriate resume layout

B

Education and training should always be listed before actual work or volunteer experience on a resume.

F

Including positive personal qualities on your resume can help compensate for lack of paid work experience.

T

When creating your resume, you should
a.
tailor it to the needs of the employer
d.
all of the above
b.
use industry and job related terms
e.
none of the above
c.
match it to the job description

D

The objective on your resume should state your long-term career goals.

F

Your qualifications should have keywords that name requirements for the job.

T

Which of the following formatting options should you not use on a print resume if you know the employer will be scanning your resume into a database?
a.
bullets
b.
bold headings
c.
italics
d.
all of the above
e.
none of the above

C

When formatting your resume, it is important to _____.
a.
Order the content logically
b.
Make the overall design appealing
c.
Ensure the grammar and spelling is flawless
d.
All of the above

D

To prepare and format an electronic resume, you should
a.
use section headings
d.
all of the above
b.
use keywords
e.
none of the above
c.
use industry terms

D

This section of the resume should include former employers' names, job descriptions with action verbs, and related internships or volunteer work if necessary.

WORK EX

courses, degrees, and certifications held

EDUCATION

On a print resume, a good way to fit all your information on one page is to use two columns.

F

Which of the following headings should be included in your resume?
a.
objective
d.
all of the above
b.
work experience
e.
none of the above
c.
qualifications

D

Work experience should always be listed before education on a resume.

F

listing of relevant awards, achievements, or offices held

RELATIVE RELATIVES

If your work experience is limited you may include in this section
a.
volunteer work
d.
all of the above
b.
course work
e.
none of the above
c.
training completed

A

Your qualifications should have keywords that name requirements for the job.

T

Your job descriptions do not need to list your responsibilities or specific accomplishments.

F

Work experience should always be listed before education on a resume.

F

When formatting your resume, it is important to _____.
a.
Order the content logically
b.
Make the overall design appealing
c.
Ensure the grammar and spelling is flawless
d.
All of the above

D

To prepare and format an electronic resume, you should
a.
use section headings
d.
all of the above
b.
use keywords
e.
none of the above
c.
use industry terms

D

Which of the following formatting options should you not use on a print resume if you know the employer will be scanning your resume into a database?
a.
bullets
b.
bold headings
c.
italics
d.
all of the above
e.
none of the above

C

On a print resume, a good way to fit all your information on one page is to use two columns.

F

listing of relevant awards, achievements, or offices held

RELATIVE ACTIVITY

This section of the resume should include former employers' names, job descriptions with action verbs, and related internships or volunteer work if necessary.

WORK E

a closing in which you request the employer to call you for an interview

PASSIVE CLOSE

includes your cover letter, application, and resume

JOB SEARCH

Having just one error on a cover letter or employment application may eliminate an applicant from being considered for employment

T

If you are interested in a position and you know the names of the human resources manager and the person who will make the hiring decision, send a cover letter and resume to both of them.

T

The cover letter should
a.
introduce you to the employer
d.
all of the above
b.
be general, so you can reuse it
e.
none of the above
c.
never ask for an interview

A

a cover letter style that does a side by side comparison

COMPARISON

Which of the following is the best way to write a salutation in a cover letter addressed to Mr. Ravi Patel, Human Resources Manager, ABC Company?
a.
Dear Sir
b.
Gentlemen
c.
To Whom It May Concern
d.
all of the above
e.
none of the above

E

When completing an employment application and responding to the question "What job are you applying for?" you should answer, "any position" so you will be considered for more jobs.

F

a closing in which you state you will call to schedule an interview

ACTIVE CLOSE

The statement, "I have always wanted to work for your company," demonstrates how an applicant can benefit the employer.

F

The statement, "I have always wanted to work for your company," demonstrates how an applicant can benefit the employer.

F

Having just one error on a cover letter or employment application may eliminate an applicant from being considered for employment.

T

A cover letter is like a resume in that you only need one error-free version to send to all prospective employers.

F

Which of the following is the best way to write a salutation in a cover letter addressed to Mr. Ravi Patel, Human Resources Manager, ABC Company?
a.
Dear Sir
b.
Gentlemen
c.
To Whom It May Concern
d.
all of the above
e.
none of the above

E

Research shows that a passive close to a cover letter (in which you request that the employer contact you) leads to more interviews.

F

people who can give a positive recommendation

REFERENCE

Which response would be suitable for the "Reason for Leaving" entry in an application's employment history section?
a.
Fired for no reason
b.
Personal conflict
c.
Quit
d.
all of the above
e.
none of the above

E

a cover letter style that does a side by side comparison

COMPARISON SYTLE

After applying for a position, you should always:

FOLLOW UP ON THE APPLICATION

Your job search network should be limited to immediate family members.

F

When tapping into your network for job leads you should
a.
contact friends and family
d.
all of the above
b.
make appointments
e.
none of the above
c.
send letters

D

According to the lecture, creating an online resume will allow you
a.
to submit to multiple jobs at one time
d.
all of the above
b.
allow employers to view your resume without you having to submit it
e.
none of the above
c.
make changes more easily

A

By making a follow-up telephone call after sending a cover letter and resume, an applicant's chance of obtaining an interview is
a.
increased.
b.
decreased.
c.
about the same.

A

Employers tend to hire people who know about their organization.

T

Following up on your job search package submission is considered a negative by the employer.

F

Specific job targets include industry, geographical preference, and salary.

T

Because electronic cover letters are transmitted through e-mail, it is not necessary to follow standard business letter guidelines. You can omit the salutation and complimentary closing.

F

You should not send a cover letter when
a.
you deliver your resume in person.
b.
an advertised position requests only a resume.
c.
you are submitting your resume electronically.
d.
all of the above
e.
none of the abov

B

Following up on your job search package submission is considered a negative by the employer.

F

When tapping into your network for job leads you should
a.
contact friends and family
d.
all of the above
b.
make appointments
e.
none of the above
c.
send letters

D

Employers tend to hire people who know about their organization.

T

Specific job targets include industry, geographical preference, and salary.

T

Because electronic cover letters are transmitted through e-mail, it is not necessary to follow standard business letter guidelines. You can omit the salutation and complimentary closing

F

By making a follow-up telephone call after sending a cover letter and resume, an applicant's chance of obtaining an interview is
a.
increased.
b.
decreased.
c.
about the same.

A

Research allows you to communicate easily with the interviewer because it provides common-ground information.

T

According to the lecture, creating an online resume will allow you
a.
to submit to multiple jobs at one time
d.
all of the above
b.
allow employers to view your resume without you having to submit it
e.
none of the above
c.
make changes more easily

A

Your job search network should be limited to immediate family members.

F

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You should also format the headings of your resume to include your objective or professional profile, your work history, education, skills and any awards, volunteer participation or other accolades.

Which of the following should you be sure to include in the header of the second page of a printed resume?

Put education and certifications on Page Two Place information about your degrees, certifications and professional associations on the second page of your two-page resume. If you have space on your resume and have relevant volunteer information, you may want to include that on the second page as well.

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