Freshman Sem All 9 weeks Study Guides
Which of the following responses does the presentation say is most appropriate (assuming it is true) if a job application includes "reason for leaving" in the previous employment section?
A. "Wanted more responsibility" ⭐️ B. "Personal problems" C. "Conflict with co-workers" D. Leaving the space blank
Which of the following is the recommended font size to use for a cover letter?
A. 18 point B. 14 or 16 point C. 10 or 12 point ⭐️ D. 8 point
When submitting a filled-out job application in person, which of the following is suggested?
A. Ask to speak to the hiring manager⭐️ B. Show the person your career portfolio C. Attach a copy of your career plan D. Request an on-the-spot interview
Which of the following is an individual who is self-employed and works directly for companies on a contract basis?
A. Associate B. Intern⭐️ C. Freelancer D. Manager
Which of the following should NOT be on your résumé?
A. Birth date B. Address C. Personal interests⭐️ D. Extracurricular activities
Which of the following is NOT a career in the Programming and Software Development pathway?
A. Computer programmer B. Graphics programmer C. Operating systems engineer⭐️ D. PC support specialists
A cover letter should NOT be which of the following?
A. Concise B. Generic⭐️ C. Confident D. Passionate
Which of the following is NOT a possible duty for a professional working in the Web and Digital Communications pathway?
A. Creating computer software⭐️ B. Designing graphics and animation C. Implementing security measures D. Designing websites
Which of the following is NOT a career in the Information Support and Services pathway?
A. Database administrators B. Software developers C. Website engineers⭐️ D. Technical writers and editors
Which of the following is the most preferred way to address the recipient of a cover letter?
A. Dear Hiring Manager B. To whom it may concern⭐️ C. To Mr. or Ms. Taylor Johnson D. Dear Dr. Johns
Which of the following is typically the first section of a job application?
A. Education and work experience B. Job-related questions C. References D. Personal information⭐️
Which of the following is the most common style of résumé?
A. Functional B. Mechanical ⭐️ C. Chronological D. Combination
Which of the following is NOT a style of résumé as described in the presentation?
A. Functional⭐️ B. Mechanical C. Chronological D. Combination
How long should a cover letter typically be?
A. Half of a page B. One page⭐️ C. One and a half pages D. Two pages
Marco is filling out a job application for a part-time food service job. The application asks him to list an expected pay amount, but Marco does not know what is typical and does not want to risk asking for too much or too little. Which of the following is recommended?
A. He should leave the space blank B. He should write "anything" C. He should write "negotiable"⭐️ D. He should write "do not know"
The first paragraph of a cover letter does NOT need to do which of the following?
A. Identify the position of interest B. Outline reasons you are right for the position C. Emphasize your excitement and passion D. Include your contact information⭐️
The final paragraph of a cover letter does NOT need to do which of the following?
A. Indicate a follow-up time and method B. Outline reasons you are right for the position⭐️ C. Refer the reader to your résumé D. Include your contact information
Telecommunications technicians fall under which pathway?
A. Information Support and Services B. Programming and Software Development C. Network Systems⭐️ D. Web and Digital Communications
Which of the following is an example of an e-mail address which is NOT appropriate for use on a job application?
A. [email protected] B. [email protected] ⭐️ C. [email protected] D. [email protected]
Which of the following is the suggested format to use when creating an e-mail address for job searching?
A. [email protected] B. [email protected] C. [email protected]⭐️ D. It does not matter what your e-mail address is
If a question on a job application does not apply to you, which of the following is suggested?
A. Leave it blank B. Fill the space with an asterisk (*) C. Fill the space with a dash or "n/a"⭐️ D. Write why the question does not apply to you
Carla is going to businesses to ask for job applications in person. How does the presentation suggest she dress?
A. Normally B. Formally C. Casually D. Professionally⭐️
Carla is going to businesses to ask for job applications in person. What does the presentation suggest she bring with her?
A. Nothing B. A small gift for the hiring manager C. A friend or family member D. Her résumé and reference information⭐️
Which of the following is an important requirement for all web designers?
A. Obtaining a bachelor's degree B. Knowing basic web programming languages ⭐️ C. Knowing the history of web design D. Understanding the global IT market
How long should your résumé be at the beginning of your career?
A. One paragraph B. Half of a page C. One page⭐️ D. Two pages
Which of the following is NOT a pathway in the Information Technology Career Cluster?
A. Programming and Software Development B. Information and Support Services C. Network Systems D.Telecommunications⭐️
Which pathway includes the duty of creating and maintaining the infrastructure in a business which enables employees to view documents in real-time?
A. Programming and Software Development B. Web and Digital Communications C. Information Support and Services D. Network Systems⭐️
. Bullet points are useful tools commonly seen in résumés, but to be effective, they must be which of the following?
A. Properly aligned B. Large⭐️ C. Bright colors D. Fun shapes
Which of the following is the last section on most job applications?
A. References⭐️ B. Signature C. Personal information D. Job-related questions
Which of the following is NOT a career and technical student organization mentioned in the presentation?
A. SkillsUSA B. Computers for Kids ⭐️ C. FBLA D. BPA
Systems integration refers to which of the following?
A. Solving technical problems for businesses B. Linking together different computers allowing them to work together⭐️ C. Creating new computing devices D. Managing a website
When delivering your résumé in person or by mail, which of the following is suggested?
A. Staple the résumé to a cover letter, fold the documents in thirds and place in a commercial envelope B. Place the résumé in any type of envelope with a hand-written thank- you note C. Create a package containing the résumé, cover letter, list of references, career portfolio and thank-you note D. Use a paper clip to attach a cover letter and place both in a nine-by- twelve envelope without folding the documents⭐️
Which of the following is a statement describing your career interests and showing a reviewer what you hope to achieve through a position?
A. Statement of intent B. Long-term goal⭐️ C. Occupational plan D. Career objective
When formatting a cover letter, what should be first at the top of the page?
A. The date B. A salutation C. Your name and contact information⭐️ D. The name and contact information of the recipient
Which of the following is the main function of the second paragraph of a cover letter?
A. To make yourself desirable⭐️ B. To arrange a time for an interview C. To describe your personality D. To praise and flatter the reader
Which of the following is NOT a tip included in the presentation for making a cover letter distinct and effective?
A. Use generic letters or letter templates found online ⭐️ B. Avoid overusing "I" and vary sentence structure C. Proofread your cover letter carefully D. Be direct rather than passive in sentence structure
What does the presentation recommend doing after submitting your résumé?
A. Wait one to two days, then follow up by visiting the business in person B. Wait one to two weeks, then follow up with a phone call or e-mail⭐️ C. Immediately call the business to verify your résumé was received D. Immediately visit the business in person to offer more information
Which of the following questions CAN legally be asked on a job application?
A. What is your marital status? B. Are you at least 18 years of age?⭐️ C. In what country/countries do you have citizenship? D. What holidays will you require off?
Which of the following is the only time you might NOT need a cover letter?
A. When you are submitting your résumé in response to a newspaper ad B. When you are submitting your résumé via e-mail C. When you are submitting your résumé in person at a networking event⭐️ D. When you are submitting your résumé through a recruiter
Which of the following was NOT suggested, in the presentation, in order to gain experience and confidence in working in the information technology industry?
A. Writing a paper on web design⭐️ B. Working on the school newspaper staff C. Using multimedia for school projects D. Creating a personal webpage
Which of the following is an abacus?
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When writing your résumé, it is suggested to begin by doing which of the following? A. Finding a résumé template in which to plug your information B. Creating an outline of experiences to include C. Contacting hiring managers to ask what they look for in a résumé D. Developing a rough draft of your résumé to show to a career counselor⭐️
Fill in the blanks using the word bank provided. Not all words may be used. Professionals working in the Information Support and Services pathway help organizations select the accurate__________ technology for their needs. They may install IT systems, help individuals ______________IT problems and obtain the necessary __________
inspect cost-effective technology information⭐️ maintain ⭐️ troubleshoot machinery hardware ⭐️ expensive
Match the pathway with their role. Information Support and ServicesⓂ️ Network Systems.🚨 Programming and Software Development🌐 Web and Digital Communications✅
Design and produce interactive multimedia products and services🌐 Help organizations select the accurate information technology for their needs🚨 Plan and implement the sharing of information✅ Design, develop, implement and maintain computer systems and programⓂ️
