Multiple Choice
What do you call a person who acts as an informal teacher or guide?
a. entrepreneur
b. boss
c. mentor
d. mental health counselor
c. mentor
Which is not a service industry job?
a. nurse
b. educator
c. factory worker
d. hotel manager
b. educator
A(n) ___ is the type of work you do.
occupation
A(n) ___ is a series of related jobs or occupations held over a person's lifetime.
career
Explain how work leads to self-fulfillment.
a. gives people a sense of pride
b. feel valued when others depend on and respect your work
c. build confidence in who you are
Which is true of job shadowing?
a. You should ask a lot of questions
b. You will have many small interviews
c. You usually go with a group
d. You observe a regular workday
d. You observe a regular workday
What factor(s) should you consider to make the best career choice?
a. required education or training
b. working conditions
c. job outlook
d. all of the above
d. all of the above
The ___ sector includes employers whose goal is to make a profit.
private
A business owned and controlled by two or more people is called a(n) ___.
partnership
Why is lifelong learning important?
keeping skills and knowledge up to date throughout your life
Which is not usually a result of an internship?
a. hands-on job experience
b. a high salary
c. knowledge of a certain career path
d. meeting people in a certain industry
b. a high salary
What is most important when working with people from other countries?
a. speaking English
b. strong communication skills
c. an interest in travel
d. the ability to speak many languages
b. strong communication skills
When taking a personal inventory, you need to consider your skills, interests, and desired ___.
lifestyle
Keeping job skills and knowledge current throughout your life is called ___.
lifelong learning
What is the benefit of job shadowing when considering your future career?
a. experience a real workday
b. learning correct work behavior
c. learning job responsibilities and needed skills
d. discover new talents and interests
What is a cooperative program?
a. a paid internship
b. a partnership between two owners in a company
c. a partnership between a school and a business
d. a student-owned business
c. a partnership between a school and a business
How is the public sector funded?
a. taxes
b. profits
c. private sector businesses
d. other public sector agencies
a. taxes
___ refers to future opportunities in an occupation.
job outlook
A short, informal talk with someone who works in a career that interests you is a(n) ___.
exploratory interview
How are career clusters helpful in finding a career that is right for you?
a. help you narrow your search so it is less overwhelming
b. if you are interested in, and have the skills necessary for success in one occupation, there will likely be other appealing occupations in the same cluster
Which is true of students in a cooperative program?
a. They are required to work full-time
b. They earn school credit for working
c. They are guaranteed a job at the end
d. All of the above
b. They earn school credit for working
What can happen when an employee does not meet job expectations?
a. He can earn a raise
b. He can become an entrepreneur
c. He can go back to school
d. He can be fired
d. He can be fired
A(n) ___ is not absolutely necessary, but it adds to your comfort or happiness.
luxury
A(n) ___ is a service or product you receive from an employer at little or no cost.
fringe benefit
Explain why public sector jobs and private sector businesses are equally important to our society.
Overall, while the public sector ensures equity, stability, and long-term planning, the private sector fosters economic growth, innovation, and consumer satisfaction. Both sectors are essential pillars of a balanced and functional society, complimenting each other's strengths and mitigating each other's weaknesses.