21st Century Ready Final Exam
What is the difference between salary and hourly wages?
A salary is paid no matter how many hours you work whereas an hourly wage is paid only for your time on the job
A resume and cover letter help secure an interview. What can help secure a job offer?
A thank you letter after the interview
When gathering information about an industry, pay attention to whether it is a growth industry. What does this mean?
An industry that is growing and adding jobs which means it may be easier to get work.
What is an example of an interest leading to a career choice?
An interest in helping others leads to a career in medicine
Which of the following is not a reason for students to make career decisions early?
As a way for students to be held accountable.
When attending a networking event, what should you focus on first before asking for connections and advice?
Building a relationship with people first
Before going on a job interview, which of these will NOT help you prepare?
Clean out your email inbox
Which of these is NOT an important thing to consider when choosing a path after high school?
Determine if your path matches most of your peers
What is the best way to stand out in a competitive job market?
Do research about the company you will interview with and ask intelligent questions during the interview
Which item is not part of a college application?
Financial aid application and FAFSA form
What is an example of positive body language? *
Good posture
Which is the best example of someone growing their network while in high school?
Having regular check-ins with teachers and counselors to discuss goals
School counselors and placement centers can help you ...
Identify job leads and set up interviews
Websites, newsgroups, and online bulletin boards are three kinds of
Internet job services
Why is paying attention to how you present yourself in an interview important and helpful in securing a job?
It allows the interviewer to focus on you and your skillsIt allows the interviewer to focus on you and your skills
How can goal setting help with academic performance?
It helps you focus on what needs to be done and why
What is the purpose of sending a thank you letter after an interview?
It reinforces your skills and restates your interest in the job
As a prospective student, what is the best reason to request an interview with your college application?
It shows the college you are really interested.
How can short term goals best lead towards accomplishing long term career goals?
Learning skills, earning certifications, and gaining experience can prepare someone for a desired career.
Having stepping stone goals allow you to
Make course correction to reach your goals.
When faced with balancing your financial life, which is an effective first step?
Notice what you spend your money on,list areas where you can save
What best describes the relationship between short and long-term goals?
Setting short-term goals now helps reach long-term goals later
Life can get busy and hectic, but relationships matter. What is an effective way of mending relationships you may have neglected?
Taking time to meet up and hang out together
How can body language, tone of voice and eye contact improve your ability to secure a job during an interview?
They can communicate positive energy which can mean more interest and enthusiasm for the job.
How should resumes and cover letters be written to help you obtain a job that meets your career goals?
They should list your accomplishments and how your skills meet the needs of the job
Three signs that you are working at the wrong time of the day
Unmotivated, unfocused, and no matter how hard you work you can't get anything accomplished
Someone who reads to patients in a hospital for free is a(n)
Volunteer
As you apply for college, when should you apply for financial aid?
When you apply to the college
Changing your major or focus of study in college is common. What may happen if you change your major?
You may need to take additional courses during a summer semester
While she is taking classes at the local community college for a degree in landscaping, Rosa works part-time as a florist's assistant. This part-time work is an example of
a job
A person who is introverted and enjoys working with numbers would probably prefer a career as a(n)
accountant
An example of a job from the business and adminstration career cluster is a(n)
accountant
If you are the kind of person who wants to succeed in whatever you do, you value
achievement
On the job training in a trade, usually with pay.
apprenticeship
Your potential for learning a new skill
aptitude
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, how many jobs has the average American had before the age of 32?
at least 8
An example of a job that involves working mainly with data is a
bookkeeper
When you gather information on how many jobs will be available in a certain field in the future, you are researching the
career outlook
Someone who places a high value on family would probably:
choose a career which allowed plenty of time with their family
A resume that lists your employment history with your last job first is a
chronological resume
A person who cares deeply about other people and their well-being has
compassion
An informal meeting with a person who works in a career that interests you is known as a(n)
exploratory interview
Someone who chooses to become a doctor or veterinarian probably prefers to work with....
people
The combination of your attitudes, behaviors, and characteristics
personality
If an interviewer asks you how old you are, what should you do?
politely defer from answering and change the subject to your skills
A person with a lawn-mowing business has an outdoor
work environment
One reasons people work is to earn money, what are the others
-be with people with similar interests -experience self-fulfillment -have respect of others
Which of the following is an example of body language that shows confidence?
A firm handshake
Finding balance in your social life requires...
creating blocks of time to connect with family and friends regularly.
When preparing for a career, it is important to figure out how much time, money, and effort will be needed for:
education and training
A person who draws their energy from others is classified as:
extrovert
People who share the same values always practice them in the same way
false
When planning your time, it is important to plan for
family responsibilities
The best way to approach your career choice is to
follow a logical decision-making process
As a recent graduate with a limited employment history, which of the following is the best resume format type for you to use?
functional resume
A formal, unpaid position that allows you to learn job skills
internship
Someone with a(n) ________________ learning style might make a good manager of a large office
interpersonal
If you can learn best on your own through independent study, you have a(n) ____________ learning style
intrapersonal
Apply to Law School
long term goal
The Reader's Guide to Periodical Literature helps in finding .....
magazine articles
A person with this learning style likes to spend time outdoors and work with plants, animals and other parts of the natural environment.
naturalistic
Learn how to play the trumpet
neither
One way to research careers informally is to:
talk to friends and family about their jobs
Driving a tow truck and repairing engines are examples of.....
tasks and responsibilities
All of these can potentially give you valuable information about a career except:
watching television shows about the career
What is one benefit to working collaboratively on a team?
Each person gets to contribute in their own unique way
A person who draws their energy from within is classified as:
introvert
Following a worker for a few days to learn about his or her job is a(n)
job shadow
The question " Is the work mainly physical or mental?" is a question about
job tasks
In choosing part-time work, students should place an emphasis on:
jobs that offer career related experience
People who prefer lots of structure and scheduling in their lives are examples of this temperment?
judging
The ways people want to spend their time, resources, and energy are their
lifestyle
Wanting to live near the ocean someday is an example of a(n)
lifestyle goal
Get a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education
long term goal
Pass the Bar Exam
long term goal
Pass the Teaching Proficiency Exam.
long term goal
The most direct way to learn about a career is to obtain _________in that field
part - time work
Recognizing problem, a gap between what is and what should or could be is
problem-solving
Judging the accuracy of reports is just part of this basic skill
reading
If you want people to appreciate and reward your work in a noticeable way, you value
recognition
People who will recommend you to an employer...
references
The way you see yourself
self-concept
A school program that involves doing community service as part of your school work
service learning
Working in a homeless shelter as part of course work is called....
service learning
Join the debate team
short term goal
Take calculus or a higher math course
short term goal
Volunteer at a kids summer camp
short term goal
Volunteer to read to preschool children once a week.
short term goal
Work a summer job clerking for an attorney
short term goal
Learning design software, applying to college and creating a website to showcase work are examples of ______ that lead to a career as a graphic artist.
short term goals
If you are a good problem solver and can come up with creative solutions to problems, you have strong
thinking skills
A personal career profile helps you to match what you know about yourself with what you know about different careers.
true
As you achieve your career goals it is possible that you will want to create new goals.
true
Creating a personal career plan can directly affect whether you reach your career goals.
true
It is important to evaluate your career plan periodically to make sure you meet the goals you have set.
true
People with bachelor's degrees earn on average 25% more than those with an associates degree.
true
The "Occupational Outlook Handbook" describes hundreds of careers and the future for those careers.
true
You will need to develop some specific skills for any career you pursue.
true
The principles that you live by and the beliefs that are important to you
values
