21st Century Ready Final Exam

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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


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