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Q: By definition, a résumé is a A) personal journal about a person's education, employment background, and job qualifications. B) structured summary of a person's education, employment background, and job qualifications. C) random sample of a person's education, employment background, and job qualifications. D) comprehensive catalog of a person's education, employment background, and job qualifications.

Q: All of the following statements are true concerning benefits of the team interview process EXCEPT a. the team is a collective group of people who know the attributes of the job. b. the team interview members can review résumés individually and collaboratively to identify the ideal candidate. c. the team interview can be used to fairly assess all candidates' qualifications. d. the team interview results in a quicker hiring decision than does a traditional interview.

Q: Which of the following should be punctuated with a question mark? a. I wonder if my boss has read my proposal for reducing employee fatigue b. Anna asked if she was scheduled to work on Sunday c. Will my account be credited by the end of the week

Q: The best way to become a valued network member is by A) expecting others in your network to help you. B) emailing your résumé to everyone in your network. C) broadcasting the contact information of everyone you meet. D) none of the above.

Q: You have decided to accept another position and must write a refusal letter to a firm that had also offered you a job. The message should be written a. deductively, opening with a pleasant comment regarding the interview, stating the refusal, and ending with a forward-looking statement. b. inductively, opening with an explanation about why the job offer is being refused, followed by the refusal, and ending with a pleasant statement. c. inductively, opening with the nature of the subject, followed by the reasons for the refusal, stating the refusal, and ending with a pleasant thought. d. deductively, opening with the refusal, followed by the reasons for the refusal, and ending with an apology for taking the interviewer's time.

Q: Identify the following group of words: What an outstanding proposal Landon created a. command b. statement c. question d. exclamation

Q: The best time for college students to begin developing a job-search strategy is A) about six months prior to graduation. B) now – even if they are a year or more away from graduation. C) no earlier than the second semester of their junior year. D) immediately after graduation.

Q: You have just returned from an interview with a company and are considering the appropriateness of a thank-you letter or note. The thank you message is a. not necessary if you thanked the interviewer in person before leaving the appointment. b. appropriate and beneficial and should be written immediately. c. appropriate and beneficial and should be written about two weeks from now if you haven't received a response from the company about the job. d. not appropriate because it can be perceived as "pushy."

Q: Identify the following group of words: Consider switching your wireless service to one of our customizable plans a. command b. statement c. question d. exclamation

Q: Although recruiters expect résumés to be written carefully, most of them will tolerate a few typos.

Q: Which of the following statements about employment interviews is FALSE? a. Preparation for the interview includes researching the organization. b. A self-analysis of your own strengths, weaknesses, accomplishments, and challenges should be undertaken prior to interviewing. c. You should go to the interview prepared to both answer and ask questions. d. Most questions asked in interviews can be answered from the résumé.

Q: Identify the following group of words: Have you thought about creating a LinkedIn account a. command b. statement c. question d. exclamation

Q: Given today's technology, preparing a paper résumé is a waste of time.

Q: The interviewer typically forms an impression of the job applicant a. in the first few seconds of the interview. b. after several questions have been answered in the interview. c. at the close of the interview. d. while reflecting on the candidate following the interview.

Q: Identify the following group of words: IKEA, a Swedish-based company, designs and sells ready-to-assemble furniture at discounted prices a. command b. statement c. question d. exclamation

Q: Today's employers want all jobseekers to submit video résumés.

Q: An interviewer who follows a predetermined agenda, including a series of questions and statements designed to elicit necessary information is conducting which type of interview? a. Stress interview b. Focused interview c. Structured interview d. Group interview

Q: Which of the following demonstrates the subject--linking verb--complement pattern? a. Sarah sent a short e-mail message to her staff on Friday. b. Here are the keys to your new four-door Ford Focus. c. The CEO of Apple is Tim Cook, a Duke University graduate.

Q: Recruiters enjoy receiving résumés that allow them to search for information, as if they were on a treasure hunt.

Q: The organizational plan for a job application message is most like that of a a. routine news message to staff about an upcoming meeting. b. congratulatory message to a colleague or customer. c. request for colleagues to contribute to a charity. d. good-news message to customers concerning a price reduction.

Q: Which of the following demonstrates the subject--action verb--object pattern? a. The new account representative forPC Technologieswill be Beth Hines. b. Sales Manager Rebecca Thomas submitted her travel reimbursement forms on Monday. c. Where should the information technology team meet on Tuesday?

Q: When emailing your résumé to a prospective employer and you have a specific reference/job number, include that number in the ________ of the email message. A) subject line B) introduction C) closing section D) signature block

Q: While e-portfolios and employment videos are helpful in communicating an applicant's qualifications and abilities, their use may also a. enable the potential employer to stereotype and discriminate against the applicant. b. decrease attention to the "soft skills" of the applicant. c. encourage the potential employer to focus on your physical characteristics d. lead to all of the above.

Q: In the sentence Lying on my desk is the budget for the marketing department, the sentence pattern is ____. a. Subject-verb b. Subject-action verb⎯object c. Subject-linking verb⎯complement d. inverted order

Q: If you want to post your résumé on a job website, you should A) present your résumé in a less formal style. B) choose sites that allow all potential employers to see your contact information. C) post on as many job websites as possible to help you build your brand. D) avoid websites that don't allow you to restrict the display of your contact information.

Q: When formatting a scannable version of your résumé, a. italicize business, school, and college names. b. use shading to differentiate sections of the résumé. c. stay with a plain design with no special formatting. d. keep white space to a minimum and use a small font to keep to one page.

Q: In the sentence Ms. Hernandez is the recipient of this year's Culture of Excellence award, the sentence pattern is ____. a. Subject-verb b. Subject-action verb⎯object c. Subject-linking verb⎯complement d. inverted order

Q: When mailing a résumé, it is a good idea to A) have it delivered via Priority Mail. B) use a standard 5 x 7 envelope. C) send it via parcel post. D) use a large kraft envelope.

Q: Which of the following is NOT correct concerning the chronological résumé?a. It is the traditional organization format for résumés.b. Reverse chronological order for dates is typical in this type of résumé, although it is not always effective.c. It is especially effective for applicants who have gaps in employment or who have held various types of jobs.d. It can emphasize either education or experience.

Q: In the sentence Duasong attended the required all-staff meeting on Monday, the sentence pattern is ____. a. Subject-verb b. Subject-action verb⎯object c. Subject-linking verb⎯complement d. inverted order

Q: A title slide A) is the equivalent of a report's cover and title page. B) defines the topic of the presentation and informs the audience why you are speaking on the topic. C) lists the topics you plan to cover in your presentation. D) always contains the word "Introduction."

Q: Which of the following statements represents the BEST advice for inclusion of personal information on a résumé?a. Include height, weight, and a personal photograph to make your appear real to the employer and not just a paper "cutout."b. Reveal ethnic background only if it is job related.c. Exclude any mention of interests and hobbies, as they are not job related.d. Include social security number and mailing address as they are needed for personnel records.

Q: In the sentence This year our sales increased during the holiday shopping season, the sentence pattern is ____. a. Subject-verb b. Subject-action verb-object c. Subject-linking verb⎯complement d. inverted order

Q: Printed materials that you give to the audience to supplement your presentation should be A) incidental to your overall presentation strategy. B) an integral part of your presentation strategy. C) distributed to your audience during your presentation. D) out of sync with your slides and your spoken message.

Q: Which of the following is a complex sentence? a. Cellularphones have become a significant business tool; therefore, individuals must demonstrate proper cell phone etiquette. b. Employees can now view company information onFacebook and Twitter. c. Although the interest rate has decreased, many people are still finding it difficult to purchase a home.

Q: Which of the following statements BEST summarizes the role of online job searching? a. Job seekers in the current job market can give up traditional means of searching for jobs and concentrate solely on online job search techniques. b. Online employment search capabilities extend the range of possibilities previously available to the job seeker. c. Online job searching is a trend that is expected to further lose popularity over time. d. Online job searching is important for technical job seekers in computer-related field but not as important for job seekers in other fields.

Q: You can create a well-organized presentation by using a ________ at each major section break to announce the title of the section that's about to begin. A) storyline B) pull quote C) bumper slide D) hyperlink

Q: Which is the most accurate statement concerning finding a desirable job? a. Finding a job is a process. b. Finding a job is a mostly a matter of luck. c. Finding a job is an event. d. "Finding" a job is not necessary, as one will come to you.

Q: Which of the following is a compound sentence? a. The manufacturing department must cut costs by 15 percent and layoff three employees. b. If voters pass the referendum question, site work and construction on the new school will begin in May. c. Your interview is scheduled for 3 p.m. on Thursday, and you can expect to spend about two hours with the committee.

Q: The title slide of your presentation should contain A) your name. B) your department affiliation (for internal audiences). C) your company affiliation (for external audiences). D) all of the above.

Q: Giselle, Luis, and Aricelli will be making a team presentation to a client firm. Which of the following is NOT a guideline for developing an effective team presentation? a. During the team presentation, everyone on the team should take part. b. Team members should plan seamless transitions between segments and presenters. c. One individual should be designated to answer questions from the audience. d. Team members should agree on the purpose of the presentation and a schedule for preparation.

Q: Which of the following is a simple sentence? a. Small companies need a well-designed logo, an easy-to-pronounce name, and professional marketing materials. b. When the grant is approved, we will begin installing a completely optic fiber network. c. Four individuals applied for the marketing position, but only two of them had the required job experience.

Q: Identify and discuss the eight factors you should consider when completing slides and other visuals.

Q: Which of the following is FALSE concerning an extemporaneous business presentation? a. The presentation is planned, prepared, and rehearsed. b. The speaker may utilize note cards, an outline, or other reminders during the presentation. c. The presentation is written in detail to serve as a visual reminder during the delivery. d. All of the above are true.

Q: Describe seven strategies for writing readable content for slides.

Q: Although most people use spam filters, some spam messages still get through is an example of a ____ sentence. a. simple b. compound c. complex d. compound-complex

Q: Which of the following is NOT recommended concerning the use of gestures during a business presentation? a. Vary hand motions to emphasize important points; otherwise, relax your hands in your pockets. b. Try to use only one hand to make points unless you specifically need both. c. Eliminate the use of nervous gestures that distract the audience. d. Refine your gestures to portray a relaxed, approachable appearance.

Q: As a presenter, what could you do to use mobile devices to enhance your presentations not only for yourself but also for your audience?

Q: The Senate recently passed antispam legislation, but many consumers have little faith in its ability to reduce spam is an example of a ____ sentence. a. simple b. compound c. complex d. compound-complex

Q: Which of the following is recommended during delivery of a presentation? a. Watch the audience for feedback and make appropriate adjustments in the length and content of your speech. b. Stay behind the lectern, rather than causing distraction by moving around. c. Make eye contact with every person in the audience, even if only for a second. d. Breathe shallow and regular through your nose and mouth.

Q: ____ sentences contain at least two independent clauses and one dependent clause. a. Simple b. Compound c. Complex d. Compound-complex

Q: The "slide sorter view" in presentation software allows you to see a batch of slides, either all at once or in significant portions.

Q: Which of the following is true when using color in a presentation visual? a. Brighter colors give a less formal look than do subdued colors. b. Blues and greens stimulate, while reds and orange relax the audience. c. Red and green are good colors to use to differentiate important ideas. d. The more colors used, the better the audience impact.

Q: ____ sentences contain an independent clause and a dependent clause. a. Simple b. Compound c. Complex d. Compound-complex

Q: Including hyperlinks limits your ability to customize a linear presentation for different audiences and situations.

Q: Which of the following should a speaker generally avoid when delivering a business presentation? a. Quotes from prominent people b. Jokes and humor c. Anecdotes d. Numerous precise statistics

Q: All of the following are acceptable ways to join the two independent clauses in a compound sentence except by using a _____. a. comma b. semicolon c. semicolon followed by a conjunctive adverb such as however, consequently, or therefore and a comma d. comma and a coordinating conjunction such as and, but, or or

Q: Using builds can help prevent your audience from reading ahead during your presentation.

Q: Which of the following statements is FALSE concerning the delivery of a business presentation? a. What you say at the beginning sets the stage for your entire presentation and initiates your rapport with the audience. b. Attention-getting techniques may include a quotation by an expert, an appropriate joke, or a startling statistic. c. The inductive approach is used, because the deductive approach would remove the suspense factor for the audience. d. After presenting the purpose, you should preview the major points you will discuss in the order you will discuss them.

Q: A ____ sentence contains two complete but related thoughts. a. simple b. compound c. complex d. compound-complex

Q: When writing content for slides, it is best to use passive voice whenever possible.

Q: Which of the following is MOST important to knowing the audience for your presentation?a. Personally introducing yourself to each member of the audience prior to your presentation.b. Attempting to identify their ages, incomes, occupations, and gender.c. Selecting audience participants according to their perspective on the topic you will present.d. All of the above are equally important.

Q: ____ sentences contain one independent clause. a. Simple b. Compound c. Complex d. Compound-complex

Q: Presentations featuring free-form slides tend to contain ________ presentations with structured slides. A) more slides than B) fewer slides than C) about the same number of slides as D) simpler slides than

Q: Katina is formatting a scannable version of her resume for her job search. She should a. italicize business, school, and college names. b. use bullets rather than headings to differentiate the sections of the resume. c. stay with a plain design with no special formatting. d. keep white space to a minimum to make scanning simpler and less time consuming.

Q: Which of the following sentences contains a dependent clause? a. The team submitted its request for additional personnel, but budget constraints limited the hiring of any new employees. b. The manager presented the proposal and explained each component in a multimedia presentation. c. When preparing your résumé, list your name, mailing address, phone number, and e-mail address first.

Q: A presenter who is using free-form slides is A) released from the constraints of place and time. B) responsible for conveying more of the content. C) more likely to present complex subjects in a cohesive, integrated manner. D) able to rely on each slide to function as a multimedia teleprompter.

Q: Chen is searching for a job and has prepared a thorough résumé that includes the customary sections, plus information related to his volunteer work and foreign travel. Including these "extras" has caused his résumé to be two pages in length. What advice would you give him? a. If including the extra information will likely increase his chances of getting an interview, he should leave it in, regardless of whether it takes two pages. b. He should cut enough information to keep the résumé length to one page. c. He should leave the information in the résumé; just change the margin and font so that it all fits on one page. d. Don't worry about length; it is unimportant in résumé design.

Q: The words stockholders approved themerger by a narrow margincould be classified as a(n)_____. a. dependent clause b. independent clause c. phrase

Q: According to your textbook, structured presentation slides are usually the best choice for A) persuasive presentations. B) educational presentations. C) routine informative presentations. D) motivational presentations.

Q: Which is true concerning the format for electronic résumés? a. Some employers prefer that you send your résumé as an inline document rather than an attachment. b. Unless a certain software format is specified, it's best to send the document as a plain test version. c. You should send yourself and a couple of friends a copy of the résumé to see if it looks correct on different computers. d. All are true.

Q: In the sentence They discussed four important issues at the meeting, the word at is a(n) ____. a. adverb b. adjective c. conjunction d. preposition

Q: Unlike structured slides, free-form slides A) are completely random and have no design consistency. B) don't follow a rigid design structure. C) use the same color for background and text. D) contain extra-large fonts.

Q: When formatting a scannable version of your résumé, a. italicize business, school and college names. b. use shading to differentiate the sections of the résumé. c. stay with a plain design with no special formatting. d. keep white space to a minimum and a small font to keep to one page.

Q: In the sentence They discussed four important issues at the meeting, the word They is a(n) ____. a. interjection b. adjective c. conjunction d. pronoun

Q: Identify and discuss best practices for verifying your design plans before you start creating presentation slides.

Q: To accommodate different employers' preferences for the presentation and delivery of résumés, a person should prepare a. a paper résumé. b. an electronic résumé. c. a computer scannable résumé. d. all of the above.

Q: In the sentence They discussed four important issues at the meeting, the word four is a(n) ____. a. adverb b. adjective c. conjunction d. preposition

Q: Describe at least two advantages of using color in business presentations.

Q: You are organizing your résumé for a highly competitive summer internship with an accounting firm. You believe your education is your strongest qualification because your work experience has been seasonal jobs at minimum wage. You also believe that your abilities, interests, and character are qualities that closely parallel the job description supplied by the business. What type of résumé would be LEAST preferred for conveying your strengths? a. Chronological b. Functional c. Chrono-functional d. All are equally preferred.