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Which of these is a hard skill?
Team work
Computer skills
Communication
Quick thinking
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What does SAT stand for?
Scholastic Art test
All of the above
Stupid Aptitude Test
Scholastic Aptitude Test
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What is an example of a hard skill?
Problem solving
Speaking a foreign language
Adaptability
Communication skills
4
What is not a good interview "tip?"
Be formal
Don't chew gum
Have your phone out
Have good posture
5
What's the best way to improve your writing skills?
By continuing to do the same thing you've been doing.
You can't
By looking at the dictionary
By reading
6
What does ACT stand for?
American College Test
Apple Common Test
A Caterpillar Tube
Arts Construction Technology
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Complete the formula: Vision + Energy =
Happiness
Love
Money
Success
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If they choose to, what kind of jewelry should women wear to a job interview?
Big jangly necklaces
None at all
The most expensive pieces they own
Modest jewelry
9
What is the main difference between Public and Private Colleges?
Number of teachers
Uniforms
Source of funding
Number of students
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Can you use the Common Application as your college application?
It depends on the college
No
Yes
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How do you wait/prepare for an interview?
Tap your foot to relieve nervousness
Meditate in criss cross applesauce pose
Play games on phone, elbows on knees
Sit with good posture and stand to shake hands
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Engineers, Mathematicians, Computer Programmers, and Scientists are:
In high growth industries
STEM related
All of the above
In high demand
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What does JA stand for?
Junior Assistance
Junior Academy
Junior Achievement
Justified American
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What is networking?
Working with nets
Using the internet
Calculating net profits
Interaction with others to help further one's career
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A document to expand on experiences, qualities, and qualifications for a job.
College entrance essay
Cover letter
Resume
Essay
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Overall SAT scores can range from:
800-1600
400-1600
200-800
200-800
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What does college "gift aid" consist of?
Loans
Grants
Borrowed money
Student work pay
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What should you wear to a job interview?
Fancy Clothes
Sweats
Normal clothes
Depends on the interview.
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All is acceptable during an interview EXCEPT:
good hygiene
good posture
a positive attitude
checking your phone
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What should you include in your resume and cover letter?
Info about your family
Your skills and abilities and how they fit the job
Your purpose in Life
All the awards you've won
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What is an "X Factor" in writing your college application?
Favorite career
Class you're gifted in
Something that makes you mad
Something unique, a talent
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Do you stand to shake your interviewer's hand?
No, they don't want your germs
Only if it's a woman
Only if you see them approach
Always--it's polite
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Where can you find job listings?
Online
All of the above
From friends/family
Newspapers
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How should you shake a recruiter's hand in an interview?
Say "When will this be over?" while shaking their hand
Politely stand, introduce self, shake hands firmly.
Shake their hand while sitting
Say, "What's up? I'm ___" and shake hands vigorously.
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What does the website "Raise.me" provide?
Micro-scholarships
Inspiration
Test prep
Ways to get a loans and outside donations for college
26
When going to an interview, how early should you show up?
24 hours before
15 minutes before
Exactly the time it starts
1 hour before
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Should you include your e-mail in your resume?
Never
Yes
No
If you want to
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Which is not true about a cover letter?
It shows your personality
It has to be pretty and colorful
It should be a formal business letter format
It further explains your resume
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What are some elements a resume should consist of?
Job Goals/Objective
Contact information
Work Experience
All of the above
30
How long is an "elevator speech?"
30 seconds
One minute
As long as the trip takes
20 seconds
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When dressing for an interview with a law firm or a CEO position, you should wear:
Casual
Business Formal
Flip flops, shorts, and a tank top
Business Casual
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At the bottom of a cover letter, you should:
Type your name (only)
Draw a picture
Put the date
Sign your name
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What do most colleges require before admission?
ACT/SAT Scores
An Application with an essay
Transcripts from High School
All of the above
34
In College Prep, your writing should be:
carefree
scintillating
abbreviated
informal and slang
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Why do we practice writing in our journals?
To improve writing skills
None of the above
Both
To practice for future tests
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What is the STAR Technique useful for?
Excelling in college
Writing your resume
Writing an excellent College essay
Giving a complete interview answer OR Cover Letter
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Which of the following is a hard skill?
Good eye contact
Typing speed
Time management
Patience
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How many times can you retake the SAT or ACT?
5
3
As many times as you want.
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