Resume Sections
What section typically comes at the top of a resume?
Contact Information
Which of these is a strong action verb: “Helped” or “Managed”?
Managed
What is the recommended font size range for a resume?
10-12 points
What type of skills should you highlight for a customer service job?
Communication, Problem-solving, and Teamwork
Should you include a professional email or a personal one like “cooldude123@gmail.com”?
Professional email
What section highlights your qualifications for a specific job?
Summary or Objective Statement
True or False: Using action verbs in resume bullet points is more effective than using phrases like “Responsible for.”
True
What is the most common resume format for high school students (chronological, functional, or hybrid)?
Chronological
True or False: It’s important to list both hard and soft skills on a resume.
True
rue or False: It’s acceptable to lie about your experience if you’re applying for your first job.
False
In which section do you list any internships, part-time jobs, or volunteer work?
Work Experience
Replace the weak verb “Did” in this sentence: "Did customer service at a retail store."
Provided or Delivered customer service
True or False: It’s acceptable to use different fonts throughout the resume.
False
Which of these is a soft skill: “Coding” or “Time management”?
Time management
Should you include your home address on your resume?
No
Where would you include your high school or current education level?
Education
Fill in the blank with an action verb: “______ a school project that improved campus recycling efforts.”
Led or Organized
How long should a typical high school student’s resume be?
1 page
What type of skill is proficiency in Microsoft Word considered?
Hard skill
Is it appropriate to include personal hobbies on your resume?
Only if they are relevant to the job
What’s the name of the section where you list competencies like “Microsoft Office” or “Teamwork”?
Skills
Name three strong action verbs to describe teamwork.
Collaborated, Coordinated, Assisted
Which section should have the largest font size on the resume?
The name (usually at the top)
List two ways you can improve your skills section if you don’t have much work experience.
Highlight volunteer work, school projects, or extracurricular activities where skills were used.
Should you use first-person pronouns like “I” on your resume?
No