Employability Preparation

1.What is usually included in the first paragraph of a cover or introductory letter? A. A brief introduction and goal statement B. A thank you for consideration and invitation to contact reference C. Explanation of educational preparation D. Long range plans and personal vision for the future

A. A brief introduction and goal statement

9.What should you do FIRST when meeting the person who is going to interview you? A. Greet the interviewer by name and shake hands B. Remain standing until the interviewer tells you to sit down C. Sit up straight with your feet flat on the floor D. Wait for the interviewer to speak first

A. Greet the interviewer by name and shake hands

15.What is the best way to resign from a job? A. In a written business letter B. Over the phone C. Via a text message D. Via e-mail

A. In a written business letter

12. During an interview for a dental office receptionist position, your first question is "Tell me about yourself." What is the BEST response? A. "I was born in Independence, Missouri on a snowy day in March. My parents didn't ever know if they would reach the hospital on time..." B. "I'm an honor student at the city Medical Professions Academy. I plan to enroll at State University in the fall in their dental hygiene program..." C. "I'm (name), I currently attend Central High, and I live at home with my parents. I have my own car, so transportation to work is not a problem..." D. "I'm what you would call a happy-go-lucky, energetic, and very approachable young person. I guess that's why I have so many friends..."

B. "I'm an honor student at the city Medical Professions Academy. I plan to enroll at State University in the fall in their dental hygiene program..."

5.When filling out a job application, what should you put in the blank that says "reason for leaving" if you have not left? A. "I haven't left yet." B. "N/A" C. "nothing " D. Leave it blank

B. "N/A"

10.If you have a 10:00 a.m. interview at the hospital in the personnel department, and it takes exactly 20 minutes to travel from your home to the hospital parking lot, when should you leave your home? A. 9:10 a.m. B. 9:25 a.m. C. 9:35 a.m. D. 9:40 a.m.

B. 9:25 a.m.

11. What or who should you take with you to a job interview? A. A copy of your answers to typical interview questions B. A copy of your resume C. There's no need to take anything. D. Your best friend

B. A copy of your resume

13.At the end of our interview, the interviewer asks if you have any questions. Of the following, which is the BEST question to ask? A. "Can I wear jeans to work on Fridays?" B. "How many vacation days will I earn each year?" C. "What kind of job training is available here?" D. "When could I expect my first pay increase?"

C. "What kind of job training is available here?"

7.You have an interview to work for a dental laboratory. The job involves delivering dentures to dental offices and picking up impressions. What should you wear to your interview? A. A white clinical uniform B. Business casual attire C. Professional business attire D. Scrubs

C. Professional business attire

16.You are applying for a job as a receptionist at a health club. Which of your personal skills would you want to list in the "Skills" section of your resume? A. Applying hot and cold applications B. Completing insurance forms C. Proficient using Word, Access and Excel D. Skilled player of basketball and softball

C. Proficient using Word, Access and Excel

3.What statement about the requirements for a resume is true? A. Headings should blend in with the rest of the text B. Information is presented in chronological order C. Should be printed on good quality paper D. The more pages the better

C. Should be printed on good quality paper

17.The Healthcare applicant brings a printed list of their references to a job interview. For the reference below, what did the applicant do wrong? Dr. Patrick Heart, Family Practice, Woods Clinic, 334 Main Street, Flint, MI (888) 765-7654 A. Should have included Dr. Heart's specialty B. Should have spelled out the state name C. The zip code is missing D. Words like "Street" should be abbreviated

C. The zip code is missing

6.You have a job interview with a local office of the March of Dimes. What should you do before you go to the interview? A. Get a haircut B. Make a donation to the March of Dimes C. Remove all your jewelry D. Research the organization

D. Research the organization

4.When looking for a job, networking can be an effective strategy. What should you do to "network?" A. Check career listings at a local TV station B. Go to the personnel department at a healthcare facility C. Look at job search sites on the internet D. Tell your friends and family you are looking for a job

D. Tell your friends and family you are looking for a job

2.What section is included on most resumes? A. Hobbies B. Long-range plans C. Names and addresses of references D. Work experience

D. Work experience

8.Once you shower and dress for your interview, you should not ride in a car with someone who is smoking. Why? A. Breathing in smoke will give you a sore throat B. The ashes could get on your clothes and ruin your appearance C. The interviewer will think you are lying when you say you do not smoke D. Your clothes will have an odor of cigarette smoke

D. Your clothes will have an odor of cigarette smoke

14.During a job interview, it is usually appropriate to: A. chew gum. B. frequently push the hair back from your eyes. C. giggle. D. smile.

D. smile.