1) If you want to build work experience directly after high school, you could... a) Start an entry-level job b) Attend a four-year college c) Volunteer once a year 2) Which of the following is true about a college education? a) College is the only way to get a stable high-paying job b) College grads have a higher rate of unemployment c) College grads have higher lifetime earnings on average than HS grads 3) Why would you ask for an informational interview? a) To learn more about why a job rejected you. b) To learn more about a career or industry c) To negotiate your salary offer d) To improve your chances of getting hired 4) What is the difference between soft skills and hard skills? a) Hard skills are easily measurable; soft skills are "people skills" b) In job postings, hard skills are "required" and soft skills are "preferred" c) Hard skills are more advanced than soft skills d) Soft skills are less important to employers because they're not technical 5) Soft skills are a valuable skill set to have. All of the following are soft skills EXCEPT... a) Speaking multiple languages b) Responsibility c) Creativity d) Critical thinking 6) What is best practice when using job boards to find a new job? a) Use job search filters and create alerts b) Auto-apply to as many positions as possible with one resume c) Scroll through job postings without filters every morning 7) What should you do when attending a career fair? a) Give a 5-minute personal pitch so recruiters remember you b) Prepare a resume and 30-second elevator pitch c) Drop off your resume at each table; recruiters don't have time to talk 8) All of the following are ways to build your professional network, EXCEPT... a) Have an "elevator pitch" ready, you may need it b) Stay off all types of social media c) Attend conferences or events related to your field d) Connect & communicate with local professionals 9) All of the following are effective ways to use social media to find and land a job, EXCEPT... a) Network with other people in your industry b) Follow companies and organizations in your desired field c) Keep your posts and information professional d) Criticize your current job to help network & find a new one 10) What is the purpose of using LinkedIn? a) To find honest reviews of an employer or business b) To have personal access to industry leaders c) To build a professional network and find jobs d) To create specific profiles tailored to each job posting 11) A resume should include all of the following, EXCEPT a) Rationale for why you quit a previous job b) A highlight of your education experience c) Your previous employment experience & responsibilities d) Your contact information 12) Which is true of an effective resume? a) It includes many details; the longer the resume, the better b) It uses key words and has a simple design c) It works for every job application, so you don't need multiple resumes d) It features your photograph 13) How are your resume and cover letter related? a) Both should be handwritten detailed documents b) A cover letter includes entire work history, resume does not c) Your cover letter highlights your personality and interest in the position, your resume is work history only d) Both include your signature to signify they're legitimate 14) Your cover letter should be one page in length and include... a) Two long paragraphs b) Your high school and college GPA, no matter what they are c) Benefits you hope to get with this job d) Descriptions of your strongest qualifications for the job 15) Which question would be appropriate to ask during a job interview? a) Can you describe the requirements of this position? b) What will my salary be? c) Do you think you are going to hire me? d) How many vacation and sick days am I allowed? 16) Which of the following is an ineffective way to prepare for an interview? a) Research the company b) Arrive at least 60 minutes early c) Prepare examples or samples of previous work d) Plan questions to ask 17) A pre-tax employer sponsored retirement program is called... a) Traditional IRA b) Mutual Fund c) Roth IRA d) 401(k) 18) What form is NOT typically completed when you start a new job? a) Form W-2 b) Benefit forms c) Form I-9 d) Form W-4 19) Direct deposit is beneficial because... a) You are less likely to bounce checks b) You can automatically split money into multiple accounts c) Your net pay is higher d) You endorse your paycheck for security 20) When asking for a raise, you should... a) Prepare evidence of your contributions to the company b) Provide detailed information on your personal finances c) Ask for 50% higher than the average market rate d) Threaten to leave the company

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