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Organizations are structured.

True.

Organizations can be small or large groups.

True.

_________ goals may not be exactly the same, but they still work together for a common good. a. Grapevine b. Compatible c. Lateral d. Organization

b. Compatible

Kaci and her classmates are discussing the importance of nutrition in students' health. Kaci has come prepared with some nutrition facts she found online. She has prepared a few answers to questions that may arise about her findings. Kaci will be an effective speaker because she

is ready to share and answer questions.

Which phrase is an example of effective speaking in a classroom discussion?

"I can understand your feelings, but my research shows that . . ."

Bailey is participating in a group discussion about family pets. Bailey is anxious to share her experience raising chickens and selling their eggs for extra money. She is so excited that she raises her hand frequently and interrupts others as they speak. Which best describes what kind of listener Bailey is?

Bailey is not a good listener because she makes frequent interruptions.

Which best describes what kind of listener Bailey is?

Bailey is not a good listener because she makes frequent interruptions.

What is not a good question to ask in your interview? How much time is given for sick leave and vacation? What kind of training will I be given? Are there opportunities for advancement? What is the culture like in the organization?

A. How much time is given for sick leave and vacation?

Why should you research the company's mission and goals? You can use this information to show how you will be an asset to the company. This information will tell you whether or not the company is profitable. You can find out about the company's status and success rate by reading this information. It isn't necessary to look at this information.

A. You can use this information to show how you will be an asset to the company.

Why should you be aware of an interviewer's "hidden agenda"? so you can find ways to address them in your answers so you don't fall into the interviewer's trap with the agenda so you don't offend the interviewer by not knowing the agenda so you arrive at the right time during the hidden agenda

A. so you can find ways to address them in your answers

Why should you dress professionally and do some research beforehand? You should dress professionally, but research is not needed. Dressing professionally and doing research help you appear confident and competent. You should research, but dress as usual to help them learn who you really are. If you don't do both of these, you will not even be interviewed.

B. Dressing professionally and doing research help you appear confident and competent.

What is not a good approach to a question about your weaknesses? You should avoid using the word "weakness," but answer honestly. You should exaggerate a little in your answer to impress the interviewer. You should show how you've been working to improve in the area you mention. You should avoid trying to make it a positive: "I tend to work too much."

B. You should exaggerate a little in your answer to impress the interviewer.

What is a good way to prepare for the likely request, "Tell me about yourself"? asking a friend to write a paragraph about you and memorizing that cataloging your successes and finding examples that highlight relevant skills surveying your teachers and using their descriptions to write a speech showing them you can "think on your feet" by not preparing anything

B. cataloging your successes and finding examples that highlight relevant skills

What is the purpose of your "list of successes"? to boost your confidence to identify your qualities and skills to give to the employer along with the resumé

B. to identify your qualities and skills

What is the most appropriate way to greet your interviewer Mrs. Mary Jones? "Hey, Mrs. Jones. I hope I get this job! I really need the work." "Hi, Mary. I'm happy to be here. Thanks for seeing me." "Hello, Mrs. Jones. Thank you for meeting with me today." "Hello, Miss Jones. Sorry I'm a little late. Traffic was horrible."

C. "Hello, Mrs. Jones. Thank you for meeting with me today."

Why is it important to reflect on how the interview went after it's over? so you can figure out if you got the job or not so you know what to say when the interviewer calls so you can improve on what didn't go well and think of a better answer so you will remember what you told them if you get the job

C. so you can improve on what didn't go well and think of a better answer

What information can you find in the Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH)? the value of every company in the same business the company's mission and goals, along with current salaries the job requirements, work environment, and salary range the listing of CEOs with addresses and phone numbers

C. the job requirements, work environment, and salary range

What is a good response to the question, "What is your biggest weakness?" "I am a perfectionist and find myself disappointed that others aren't as careful in their work." "Weaknesses? Hmmm, gee, I can't think of any. I guess I don't have any weaknesses!" "I find it hard to stay focused sometimes, so I take frequent breaks." "I'd like to work on getting myself better organized. I have been trying out a new system."

D. "I'd like to work on getting myself better organized. I have been trying out a new system."

What is not a reason to research and prepare some questions for the interviewer to answer? It's a way to make the interview more like a conversation and can help put you at ease. It shows your interest in the job and that you have done some research. It gives you a chance to find out more about the position and company. It's a way to impress the interviewer with your expansive vocabulary.

D. It's a way to impress the interviewer with your expansive vocabulary.

Where should you look to find information about the company and position before your interview? in Yellow Pages in the newspaper in the business section on the company website

D. on the company website

Which fact best supports Peter's opinion?

Students who play an instrument get better grades than students who do not.

Ms. Chan's class is having a discussion about the value of school uniforms. As Michael shares some facts, Emery turns away to check the clock. Caleb glances down at his cell phone, and Jonah raises his hand to ask Michael a question. Which student demonstrates active listening skills?

Jonah

Which student demonstrates active listening skills?

Jonah

Kevin is participating in a group discussion about teens and technology. Kevin feels strongly that texting can be a dangerous distraction, especially for teen drivers. When his classmate argues that texting is not a problem for teenagers, Kevin does not interrupt. He makes eye contact with the speaker and takes a few notes of the speaker's argument. Which best describes what kind of listener Kevin is?

Kevin is a good listener because he uses attentive body language and takes notes.

Which scenario shows an example of a student using effective presentation skills in a group discussion?

Saren communicates with words and actions.

Sean and his classmates are discussing natural resources in the community. Sean feels strongly that Pinetop Lake is a local treasure that should be protected from pollution and traffic. He uses forceful language and frequently interrupts others to make his point. Which best describes what kind of speaker Sean is?

Sean is not an effective speaker because he is disrespectful of others.

In a discussion, Peter shares his opinion about playing in the marching band: "Everyone should join the marching band! Making music with my friends is a lot of fun." Which fact best supports Peter's opinion?

Students who play an instrument get better grades than students who do not.

*_________________: informal messages that are passed on from person to person a. Grapevine b. Compatible c. Lateral d. Organization

a. Grapevine

The image above is an example of which characteristic of an organization? a. division of labor b. culture c. rules & regulations d. reward & consequences

a. division of labor

*Which of the following is an example of the rewards & consequences characteristic of an organization? a. pay raise b. time sheets c. pay check d. pay scale

a. pay raise

*Company A has beanbag chairs and large tables instead of traditional office furniture. Employees are encourages to play games with each other and think outside of the box. Working together is highly valued. Company B employees wear suits and ties. There is a formal meeting every morning led by the President of the company. Employees are given tasks and expected to complete them on time. Employees work alone instead of on teams. The companies described above are very different when it comes to which characteristic of an organization? a. division of labor b. culture c. rules & regulations d. rewards & consequences

b. culture

A Board approved Safety manual for Airport Security is an example of ___________. a. formal upward message b. formal downward message c. formal lateral message d. informal grapevine message

b. formal downward message

A dress code is an example of which characteristic of an organization? a. rewards & consequences b. rules & regulations c. division of labor d. culture

b. rules & regulations

An organization must have all of the following except _____________. a. structure b. a group of people c. many employees d. compatible goals

c. many employees

____________: a formal message from people on the same hierarchy level. a. Grapevine b. Compatible c. Lateral d. Organization

c. Lateral

If a maintenance personnel employee made a request for a pay raise to his foreman, he would be making a _____________. a. informal grapevine message b. formal lateral message c. formal upward message d. formal downward message

c. formal upward message

News about the airport closing spread from the public safety manager to the deputy directors to members of airport security to aircraft rescue personnel to administrative assistants and then to the rest of the airport employees. This is an example of which kind of organizational message? a. formal upward b. formal lateral c. informal grapevine d. formal downward

c. informal grapevine

*The common culture of innovative organizations can be described as ________________. a. structured and formal b. informal and organized c. open and playful d. individualistic and success-oriented

c. open and playful

_______________: a group of people working together to achieve specific goals. a. Grapevine b. Compatible c. Lateral d. Organization

d. Organization

What describes the language that will most likely be be used in this class discussion?

formal

Which of the following choices describes an appropriate answer to an interviewer's question? Your answers must be as short as possible. Details are not needed. Your answers should be detailed and involved, with several examples Your answers should be complete but brief and to the point. Your answers should include extra information that will impress the interviewer.

not b. probably c.

A view or judgment not necessarily based on knowledge is a(n)

opinion

In a group discussion, effective participants

prepare to listen and speak.

Which actions will make a student well prepared for a group discussion? Check all that apply.

reading and reviewing the materials bringing notes to the discussion supporting opinions with evidence responding thoughtfully to others

To effectively participate in a group discussion, balance must be maintained between

speaking and listening

To effectively participate in a group discussion, balance must be maintained between _____

speaking and listening

Which three factors determine the formality of a discussion?

topic, audience, and purpose


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