Question 1

Typically,________ after an interview you can inquire about the status of the position and communicate your continued interest.

Accepted Answer

A)   three days
B)   a week
C)   a month
D)   two weeks
E)   one dayF) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 2

Why shouldn't you speak negatively about your current job in an interview?

Accepted Answer

Complaining about an employer is one of ...

Question 3

A cover letter ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   should not include your skills as they will be mentioned in your résumé
B)   is not a persuasive message
C)   can convey your professional personality and writing skills
D)   should be generic enough so that you can use it to apply for any job in your field
E)   does not need to specify the position you are applying forF) C) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 4

Providing your application materials in person ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   is a mandatory option for most advertised positions
B)   requires that you consider the impression you will make on those you interact with
C)   guarantees that someone at the company will discuss your application with you
D)   requires you to collect a return receipt to prove that the company received your material
E)   prevents you from following up with the company if they do not respond to your applicationF) D) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 5

When going to an interview,you should dress for the position you're applying for.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

If you want to emphasize skills in your resume,what format should you use to develop the resume?

Accepted Answer

A)   Chronological
B)   Traditional
C)   Functional
D)   Web based
E)   CombinationF) C) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 7

A thank-you message should be sent ________ an interview.

Accepted Answer

A)   two days after
B)   at least thirty hours after
C)   within twenty four hours of
D)   one week after
E)   on the third day from the date ofF) A) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 8

On-campus interviews ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   are always conducted by the same recruiters who represent companies at career fairs
B)   are never conducted by actual hiring managers from companies
C)   rarely use the traditional one-on-one format
D)   are generally of a duration of 10 minutes or less
E)   may only be available for students who are registered with the school career centerF) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

Question 9

When you write thank-you notes after the interview,what should your thank-you note reflect?

Accepted Answer

A)   What you liked best about the company
B)   Information on projects
C)   Salary information
D)   Conversations with the person you are writing to
E)   Overall impression of the opportunityF) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 10

Employers cite dressing inappropriately as one of the biggest mistakes job applicants make in interviews.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

When interviewing,acting like you are ready to be in the workplace is accomplished by _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   being ready when you arrive
B)   having copies of your resume and other supplemental material
C)   managing first impressions
D)   paying attention to body language and eye contact
E)   turning your cell phone offF) A) and C)
G) All of the above

Question 12

________ are abilities that make you an asset to a company.

Accepted Answer

A)   Passions
B)   Personal preferences
C)   Skill inventories
D)   Sellable qualities
E)   Motor skillsF) B) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 13

In the context of creating a professional brand,which of the following terms best represents a concise statement designed to communicate your value and initiate a deeper conversation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Value proposition
B)   Elevator pitch
C)   Mission statement
D)   Memorandum
E)   Vision statementF) B) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 14

The STAR Method,which stands for situation,task,action,and result,is a well-established method of responding to behavioral questions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Unlike Facebook,LinkedIn is primarily intended to be a one-dimensional professional networking tool.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

When expressing thanks after an interview,what is the most effective medium to use?

Accepted Answer

A)   Text message
B)   Phone call
C)   Word processed notes
D)   Email notes
E)   Handwritten notesF) B) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 17

When you follow up after a career fair,you can attach your résumé as a PDF to the thank-you email you send to recruiters.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

While applying for a job,when possible,mail your documents in a large mailing envelope rather than folding them into a standard envelope.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Your resume should be tailored for each specific job you are seeking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following is most likely to be included in the professional signature block on an email message?

Accepted Answer

A)   Link to Facebook account
B)   Hobbies
C)   Family details
D)   Contact information
E)   Philosophical quotationF) C) and D)
G) All of the above

Exam 12: Communicating Your Professional Brand: Social Media, Résumés, Cover Letters, and Interviews

Providing your application materials in person ________.

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On-campus interviews ________.

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When you follow up after a career fair,you can attach your résumé as a PDF to the thank-you email you send to recruiters.

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A thank-you message should be sent ________ an interview.

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When interviewing,acting like you are ready to be in the workplace is accomplished by _____.

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Employers cite dressing inappropriately as one of the biggest mistakes job applicants make in interviews.

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When expressing thanks after an interview,what is the most effective medium to use?

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Why shouldn't you speak negatively about your current job in an interview?

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Unlike Facebook,LinkedIn is primarily intended to be a one-dimensional professional networking tool.

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The STAR Method,which stands for situation,task,action,and result,is a well-established method of responding to behavioral questions.

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Typically,________ after an interview you can inquire about the status of the position and communicate your continued interest.

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While applying for a job,when possible,mail your documents in a large mailing envelope rather than folding them into a standard envelope.

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Which of the following is most likely to be included in the professional signature block on an email message?

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In the context of creating a professional brand,which of the following terms best represents a concise statement designed to communicate your value and initiate a deeper conversation?

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________ are abilities that make you an asset to a company.

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A cover letter ________.

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Your resume should be tailored for each specific job you are seeking.

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