1) What is a CV really for? a) To tell an employer about yourself b) To list your education or work experience c) To persuade an employer to offer you an interview 2) How much time does the average recruiter take to read a CV? a) 5 minutes b) 30 seconds c) 10 minutes 3) How many pages long should a CV be? a) 1 page b) 2 pages c) 3 pages 4) What colour paper should you use? a) White b) Cream c) A pastel colour d) Any of the above 5) What is the smallest font size you should use for the text in your CV? a) 12 b) 10 c) 8 6) Should a good CV have a personal profile section? a) Yes b) No 7) Do you need a different CV for each job you apply for? a) Yes b) No 8) How will you check your CV for errors or for 'good flow'? a) Show it to two or three people b) Show it to a friend c) Show it to a teacher d) Show it to an employer 9) Should you include your date of birth? a) Yes b) No 10) Is it ok to lie on a CV? a) Yes b) If it helps c) No 11) Which of these is not usually the title of a section on a CV? a) Skills b) Experience c) Qualifications d) Leisure activities e) Education

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