Chapter 3: Getting the Job packet answers

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It is a good idea to use fancy fonts and multiple columns on a scannable resume.

False

It is wise to have your resume as detailed as possible. Two or three pages is the length necessary to be sure all information is included.

False

The final paragraph of a letter of application explains why you are writing the letter.

False

It is a good idea to send an employer a thank-you letter to remind him or her of your interest in and desire for the job.

True

It is advisable to enclose a copy of your resume along with your letter of application to a potential employer.

True

Only persons over 18 years of age who know you and who are not related to you should be used as references.

True

When you write to the personnel manager and do not know his or her name, it is appropriate to use the simplified letter format which has no salutation.

True

The main part of the letter that contains information that attracts the employer's attention, shows interest and desire of the job applicant, and indicates action wanted by the job applicant is the

body

An employment application should be filled out

completely, accurately, and honestly

The part of a business letter that expresses a short closing remark is the

complimentary close

The section of your resume that contains a listing of the schools you have attended is the ___________ section

education

A form you fill in with requested job-related information is a(n)

employment application

On the resume, the information included under Education should be

extracurricular activities, scholastic honors, and areas of study

When you talk with an employer about your qualifications for a job opening, it is called a(n)

job interview

the part of a letter that contains the name and address of the person or company to whom you are writing is the

letter of address

A letter that introduces you to a potential employer, explains how you are qualified for a job, and asks for an interview is a(n)

letter of application

A written statement from someone who knows you and can report about your character and abilities is a(n)

letter of reference

The notion "N/A" when used on an application for employment means

not available or applicable

A resume is also known as a(n)

personal data sheet

The first part of a resume that contains your address, phone number, and other such information is the _______ section

personal information

The original letter of reference you receive should be

photocopied to give to the employer

Person who have known you for at least a year and can report about your character and achievements are called

references

A summary of personal information about you-your education, experience, skills, and references-is called a(n)

resume

The part of a business letter that contains your address and the date of the letter is called the

return address

The part of a business letter that contains the greeting to the person to whom you have written is called the

salutation

A resume designed for easy reading by a scanner is called a(n) __________ resume.

scannable

The thank-you letter

should be short and to the point

When scheduled for a job interview, you should arrive about _______ minutes early

ten

A letter written to express appreciation for time spent by an employer and that reminds him or her of your interest and desire in working for a company is a(n)

thank-you letter

Which of the following would not be a good reference to list on a resume?

uncle

The section of your resume that lists all job you have held is labeled

work experience


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