Communication
This is a short word you say to get someone's attention before you ask for help.
“excuse me” or “hello”
Before an interview you should wear clean clothes and comb your hair. This is called being ____.
“neat”, "professional" or “presentable”
This is the first thing you do when you arrive at work: you ____ in on the time sheet or computer.
“clock” or “sign” in
What is included in your contact information?
Your full name and phone number
You walk, not run, in the workplace to avoid getting hurt. This is called being _____.
“safe” or “careful”
What do you say after someone helps you
Thank you
At the start of an interview, you should say your name and smile. This is called a _____ greeting.
“friendly” or “polite” greeting
You follow steps every day to finish your job. These repeated steps are called a _____.
“routine” or “schedule”
When listing past jobs, you write the company name and the ____ you did there.
“job title” or “tasks”
If you see a wet floor sign, you should _____ across the area.
“walk carefully” or “avoid”
When someone talks, you look at them, nod, and do not interrupt. This is called good _____.
listening
If you don’t know the answer to a question, a good response is: “I don’t know, but I can _____.”
“learn” or “find out”
If your job starts at 8:00 and you arrive at 8:10, you are _____.
late
If an application asks for two references, you give two adults who can say you are a good worker. Name one person you might ask.
teacher, coach, or past boss
If a small fire starts in a trash can, you tell a grown-up and use the nearest _____ if trained.
“fire extinguisher”
If you don’t understand directions, you should ask this kind of question: “Can you ____?”
“repeat” or “say that again”
You practice answers to common questions before the interview. Name one question you should practice.
“Tell me about yourself?” or “Why do you want this job?”
A co-worker asks you to trade tasks for today because they are sick. You say a clear yes or no and explain simply. This is called ________.
politely declining or agreeing
You fill the application neatly and check for spelling mistakes. Another word for checking is _____.
“proofread” or “review”
You wear shoes that cover your toes in many workplaces. These are called _____ shoes.
closed toed shoes
You send a short message to your boss that is polite and has the time of the meeting. This is called a _____.
What is a “reminder” or “note”?
After the interview, you write a short message to say thanks and that you are still interested. This is called a _____.
“thank-you note” or “thank-you email”
What is one thing you should do every day before you go to work?
Dress professionally
Some jobs ask for a short sentence about why you want the job. This is called a ____ statement.
cover statement, cover letter, elevator pitch
If someone at work is hurt and not moving, you call for help and then call _____.
“911” or “emergency services”