CV/resume
T/F CVs and resumes should be written in complete paragraphs
False
What is the #1 rule of any interview?
Never say anything negative!
Give an example of 1 idiom about beauty and appearance.
How many essays did we write this quarter?
1 - the beauty essay
T/F you should use quotation marks when writing idioms.
Of CVs and resumes, which one is more job-focused and which one is more academic-focused?
CVs are more academic-focused. Resumes are more job-focused.
Name 2 things you should consider when preparing for a university interview vs. a job interview.
1) focus on your future potential 2) show your strengths in academic projects 3) show how well you work with other students 4) present your positive personality values 5) show confidence in your achievements and cultural background, etc.
Give an example of how focusing on one's appearance can be excessive.
Feet binding. Lip plates. Dangerously high heels. Over tattooing. Overspending. Etc.
When outlining an essay, what is the most important thing to do first?
Establish your main idea or thesis.
What Christmas story did we read and what did we learn?
The Little Match Girl, by Hans Christian Andersen. It taught us to appreciate what we have and give back to the poor.
How long should a CV and/or Resume be?
1-2 pages. CVs tend to be longer. Don't have just 1 or 2 sentences running onto a new page.
Name 3 things you should consider when preparing for a job interview vs. a university interview.
1) focus on work experience 2) show positivity in group settings 3) show knowledge in the field of work 4) demonstrate professionalism 5) research the expected salary range, etc.
Explain how marketing and/or social media affects our perceptions of beauty?
Both put pressure on people to look a certain way and/or buy certain things. Both can impress upon young people, especially kids, a certain image of beauty that is learned and not inherent.
Come up with a good thesis for ONE of the following topics: (A) Wearing exclusive and expensive brands gives you an advantage in life. (B) The evolution of fashion has mostly been about making money.
example: The evolution of fashion has mostly been about making money because market forces will always have a stronger effect on design choices versus aesthetic taste, and since fashion is a business field, profit-based decisions will tend to overpower art-based designs.
When we write a list, such as a list of achievements, we often use a little black circle to denote (show) the beginning each list item. What are these called?
bullet points
Give an example of how you would present the following info on a CV: I attended a university economics lecture during the summer of 2025.
example: Organized an academic trip to Tongji University to participate in a collegiate lecture about economics, where we discussed the impact of environmental spending on national GDP across different countries.
Give an appropriate answer to this interview question: "Where do you see yourself 5 years after graduating from university?"
Focus on your field of study. Do not give an answer irrelevant to your major. Sound positive and excited about working in your chosen field. Try to be specific and show knowledge of what jobs are in your field. Be realistic about what you could achieve, but aim high.
Translate this proverb into English and explain what it means: 情人眼里出西施
When in love, your partner always looks like Xishi. Meaning: Beauty is relative. People and/or things we like or have an emotional connection to will naturally look better to us. Being liked or valued can be equal to, if not greater than, being attractive.
indent / indenting
In what country is The Little Match Girl set? Or name the general region of the continent.
The Netherlands.
What does "CV" stand for?
Curriculum Vitae
Give an answer to the following interview question: "Tell me why you are leaving your last job. What didn't you like about it?"
Coco Chanel once said, "Sin can be forgiven, but stupid is forever." What did she mean by this? Is it related to beauty? Can it be used in other contexts?
Actions are temporary and mistakes can be fixed. Problem on the inside, with personality, is much harder to change. It is important to know others on the inside, and also to know yourself on the inside. It is more important to improve on your inner flaws than your outer appearance.
Come up with both a thesis in favor of and a thesis against the following topic: The evolution of fashion towards more informal, comfortable clothing is a universally positive change.
Any thesis with a clear for-or-against stance and at least 2 key supporting points is acceptable.
What is the full spelling and reading of "etc."?
et cetera