Piers Refresher
Interviewing Skills
Teamwork
Random Trivia: Music
Random Trivia: Statues
100
Write down at least three names of the current staff in the PIERS program.
Options: Derrick Hedgepeth, Hilary Anderson, Mateen Bakhtari, Gretchen Klapmuts, Becca Owens
100
Which one of these would leave a good first impression at an interview?
A. Being late
B. Texting during the interview
C. Dressing professionally
D. Talking very loud
C. Dressing professionally
*Bonus Question: What is another way to make a good first impression during an interview?*
100
True or False: A team should work together and have a common goal.
True
100
What is the name of this artist
A. Bob Marley
B. Bruno Mars
C. Aubrey Graham
D. Harry Styles
D. Bruno Mars
100
Where is this ancient statue located?
A. Egypt
B. Greece
C. North Korea
D. Michigan
A. Egypt
200
Name at least THREE topics we have discussed in the program.
Options: communication, teamwork, customer service, professionalism, conflict resolution, community safety, stress management, self-advocacy, internet safety, time management, cooking, laundry, focus, patience, etc.
BONUS: Which of the following skills listed are Independent Living Skills
200
True or False: A job interview is where two or more people meet to discuss vacation.
False
*Bonus Question: Name at least one topic that might be discussed or talked about during an interview?*
200
A team should be respectful of each other’s ______________.
Opinions
BONUS: What is the expectation that we go over during the Rise & Reflect regarding opinions.
200
Who wrote the triple platinum song Firework?
A. Katy Perry
B. Justin Bieber
C. Ariana Grande
D. Selena Gomez
A. Katy Perry
200
Which president is depicted in this statue?
A. Barrack Obama
B. Derrick Hedgpeth II
C. George Washington
D. Abraham Lincoln
B. Derrick Hedgpeth II
D. Abraham Lincoln
300
Name at least THREE places we have volunteered at.
Options: Oak Marr Rec Center, South Run Rec Center, Special Olympics, The Closet, Habitat for Humanity/ReStore, Boxes of Basics, and Food for Others.
BONUS QUESTION: During the morning presentation what is it called when everyone has a chance to share something positive they did the day before or that morning.
300
Which of these would be a good response to “What are your strengths?” If you are interviewing for a cleaning position.
A. I don’t have any strengths
B. I don’t know
C. I’m good at eating cake
D. I have great cleaning skills
D. I have great cleaning skills
300
All of these are characteristics of a good team member except…
A. Includes everyone in the decision-making process
B. Trusts and supports the other team members
C. Blames all problems on others
D. Speaks respectfully
C. Blames all problems on others
300
What artist is known for the following accomplishments:
1 of the top-selling digital artists in music history, had the#1 best-selling album in any genre of music in both 2008 and 2009 and was awarded Songwriter of the Decade by NSAI.
A. Drake
B. Micheal Jackson
C. Taylor Swift
D. Sabrina Carpenter
C. Taylor Swift
BONUS: Sing your favorite song for one minute. If you need the lyrics staff can pull up a karaoke video.
300
What's the name of this statue?
A. The Tickler
B. The hypothesizer
C. The Thinker
D. Monsieur Unsure
C. The Thinker
400
Name at least THREE places we have done gone to for a workplace tour.
Options: Planet Fitness, Weber's Pet Supermarket, Interstate Tour, Environmental Enhancements, A Farm Less Ordinary, 2nd & Charles, Cupcakes & Beyond, Insomnia Cookies, The Amazing Comic Shop, Crumbl Cookies, Mama Tigre, Chick-Fil-A, etc.
400
All of these may be reasons why you are not hired after an interview except…
A. Impolite
B. Asking questions
C. Being late
D. Poor appearance, not being clean
B. Asking questions
400
Teamwork Challenge: Write down 4 words that start with the letter “D” in 1 minute.
Answers May Vary
400
Which of the following artists are NOT in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 at this moment?
A. Taylor Swift
B. Billie Eilish
C. Sabrina Carpenter
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
400
Where was the statue of liberty made?
A. The United States of America
B. France
C. Ghana
D. South Korea
B. France
500
What does P I E R S stand for?
A. Placing Insects Entertainingly, for Reliable Solutions
B. Preparing Individuals for Jobs Reaching Success
C. Preparing Indvidual's for Employment, Reaching Success
D. Participants Intellectually Entering the Workplace for Real Success
C. Preparing Indvidual's for Employment, Reaching Success
500
What’s one way we can prepare for a interview?
write down or practice common interview questions, research the company, memorize your resume, research your route, pick out your outfit, etc.
500
Teamwork Challenge: Write down 5 words that start with the letter “C” in 1 minute.
Answers May Vary
500
The song All-star was in what DreamWorks Animated movie?
A. The Prince of Egypt
B. Shrek
C. Chicken Run
D. Shark Tales
B. Shrek
500
Where is this statue located?
A. New York City, New York
B. Bristol, Tennessee
C. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
D. Oakton, Virginia
C. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil