Resume Review

Resume Basics

100

True or False: It is okay to make-up, lie about, work experience on a resume. 

False?

200

What is the first thing listed on your resume?

a. Header

b. Objective

c. Work Experience

a. Header

300

You see a boat filled with people, yet there isn’t a single person on board. How is that possible?

All the people on the boat are married.

400

How many pages should a resume be?

1 page

500

What is a resume considered to be?

a. a summary of work experience and skills

b. a list of everything you have ever done

c. a list of jobs you want to get in the future

a. a summary of work experience and skills

To list or not to list?

100

True or False: You must type your resume. 

True

200

Job Charades! ... Act it out ... Who am I ? 

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust surfaces to ensure the entire school is clean and orderly.
• Empty trash receptacles and dispose of waste according to school policies.
• Maintain grounds by performing basic landscaping tasks such as mowing lawns, trimming bushes, and removing debris.
• Ensure that all restrooms are stocked with necessary supplies
• Assist with setting up and breaking down classrooms or event spaces for meetings, sports events, and assemblies.
• Conduct minor repairs, such as fixing lights, doors, and plumbing fixtures, or reporting major issues to maintenance staff.

Custodian/Janitor

300

What counts as work experience?

a. only paid employment

b. only volunteer work

c. paid work, volunteer work, and internships

c. paid work, volunteer work, and internships

400

True or False: You should list jobs on your resume that you were fired from.

False

500

What is an objective statement in a resume?

a. a statement of what kind of job you are looking for

b. a brief summary of your job experience

c. both a and b

c. both a and b

Resume Do's

100

What question can you never answer yes to?

Are you asleep yet.

200

What is the area of the resume where you list previous jobs?

Work Experience

300

What is the Education section of a resume?

It lists the university or college you attended and the degree you received.

400

This is what might happen if you have a messy resume.

a. The employer will not call you for an interview.

b. The employer will throw your resume in the trash.

c. Both a and b

c. Both a and b

500

Why do you need a resume?

To apply for a job so that you can get an interview?

Resume Details

100

What is the order your work experience should be listed?

Reverse chronological order

200

What skills and accomplishments do you list on your resume?

a. skills that are unrelated to the job you are applying for?

b. skills and accomplishments that are related to the job you are applying for

b. skills and accomplishments that are related to the job you are applying for

300

True or False: It is okay to hand over a resume with a coffee stain on it.

False!!!!

400

True or False: Your mom can be a reference. 

False!

500

Who is a good reference for you?

a. former supervisor at a job you enjoyed

b. your boyfriend or girlfriend

c. your uncle

a. former supervisor at a job you enjoyed