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Guess the word: something you learn to do
a skill
You can only find jobs to apply to in a newspaper
False
You can find job to apply to in many places. Some examples are online, or in person at the place you are applying to.
How many pages long are resumes?
a. 1 - 2 pages
b. 4 - 5 pages
c. as many pages as you want
a. 1 -2 pages
Name three pieces of information that you need to put on a job application
Personal contact information
Specific job you're applying for
Education and work history
References
You only write your full address on:
a. a resume
b. a job application
c. you never write your full address
b. a job application
True or False: you get paid for volunteer work
False
Volunteering means giving your time without getting paid
It is okay to put your social security number on a job application if you really want the job.
False
You should never put your social security number on a job application!
The part of a resume that lets employers know how to reach out to you
a. contact information
c. education
f. references
a. contact information
If a job application asks for your social security number or driver's license you can write "available upon job offer"
True
This is a one-page summary of your work skills, abilities, and experience.
a. resume
b. cover letter
c. job application
a. resume
guess the word: something you are naturally good at
a talent
A resume is not an important tool in finding a job
False, a resume is the most important tool in finding a job
True or False: A customized resume is used to apply to all jobs
False, a general resume is used to apply to most jobs, a customized resume is used to apply to a specific job
On a job application you provide much less detail than on a resume
True
Something you give an employer to let them know who you are and how you can help them in their business
a. resume
b. job application
c. thank you letter
a. resume
Is using a stove a skill or a talent?
SKILL
You should say that you are available at ALL times when writing your availability on a job application so an employer will want to hire you.
False, it is important to be realistic about your availability so that an employer knows if your availability matches with the times, they need someone to work.
The part of your resume that states what your goal is, or what you are looking for in a job
a. education
b. objective
c. experience
b. objective
True or False: NEVER write your social security number on a job application
True, you should never write your social security number on a job application, it can be used for identity theft.
A job where you work under 30 hours a week is called"
a. temporary
b. full time
c. part time
c. part time
Give an example of a skill you have learned from a past job or volunteer position
an example of a skill
An employer is only allowed to ask about your past medical conditions or problems if they seem like a nice person
False, an employer is never allowed to ask about your past medical conditions or problems.
This section of your resume lists your previous jobs, volunteer work, school activities, and serious hobbies.
a. objective
b. skills and accomplishments
c. experience
c. experience
True or False: on a job application it doesn’t matter if you’re positive or negative about the reason you left a past job
False, it is important to be as honest and positive as possible about the reason you left a job to give a good impression
What is an employer allowed to ask about your age?
a. if you are 18 years of age or older
b. anything they want to know
c. what year you graduated high school
a. if you are 18 years of age or older