After an interview, a follow-up letter should be sent to the:

person who conducted the interview.

The Dictionary of Occupational Titles on ONet describes:

job duties and work characteristics.

Making a career choice to work out-of-doors will mean:

learning to adapt to the environment.

Which response shows the job applicant being interviewed possesses critical thinking skills?

develop new products and processes based on analysis data.

To find the most satisfying career, a person should:

research career and educational information.

The Dictionary of Occupational Titles:

gives a definition of thousands of careers.

During a job interview, a potential employee can demonstrate dependability by:

highlighting continual service to a company or organization.

To research careers, begin by going to:

ONet/Occupational Outlook Handbook(OOH).

Which response would indicate you have technology resource information skills?

I researched using periodical, book, electronic, and HR

When asked about qualifications during a job interview, a person being interviewed should:

describe qualifications briefly.

Updating the individual career plan ensures that the student:

can change career direction as needed

Which indicates possesses problem-solving skills?

Made a new procedure to deal w/concerns we were experiencing

What is a characteristic of an entrepreneur?

Has the personality to be self-employed

The most effective career plan is one that is designed:

cooperatively with a parent and counselor.

The latest trends in a trade or profession can be found in:

trade and professional journals.

A student’s four-year career plan developed for use in high school should reflect:

courses to support the student’s chosen career pathway.

The main sections of a cover letter of application are:

salutation, introduction, body, and conclusion.

Which is a good question to ask a potential employer during a job interview?

"Are there opportunities for advancement?"

An appropriate interview question would be?

What are your greatest strengths

The workplace that today’s students enter will have:

more international competition.

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1
Which is a common reason people get fired?
Being industrious
Failure to follow rules
Being punctual
Failure to take leave time
2
A key quality of success for an entrepreneur is:
letting someone else manage the project.
using only personal resources.
being innovative.
not taking risks.
3
What is the public government employment agency in North Carolina?
Employment Security Commission
Unemployment office
Department of Social Services
Personnel office
4
After an interview, a follow-up letter should be sent to the:
president of the company or organization.
person who supplied the job lead.
head of the Human Resources department.
person who conducted the interview.
5
Unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature is:
gender bias
sexual harassment
stereotyping
gender grouping
6
A primary source of information for would-be entrepreneurs is the:
Cooperative Education Administration.
Small Business Administration.
Employment Security Commission.
Internal Revenue Service.
7
The Dictionary of Occupational Titles on ONet describes:
sources of online information.
job duties and work characteristics.
occupations by interest.
physical strength required for different occupations.
8
Any money or equipment invested in running a business is referred to as:
franchise
risk
profit
capital
9
When a person decides to quit his/her job, he/she should:
try to leave on good terms.
tell the supervisor using a voice mail message.
let coworkers know before telling the supervisor.
take a longer lunch break.
10
Making a career choice to work out-of-doors will mean:
making less money than jobs done indoors.
more freedom on the job.
learning to adapt to the environment.
not having to use a computer.
11
the greatest number of workers will need to have which level of education?
community college
bachelor's degree
high school diploma
master's degree
12
finding out whether jobs will be available in that field in the future can help determine:
a career outlook
the work environment
the fringe benefits
the education and training
13
Terrorism has increased job opportunities in the
retail field
agricultural field
public service field
manufacturing field
14
Which document helps one plan one's education, career, and life?
Career Research Paper
Career Portfolio
Résumé
Letter of Introduction
15
A cover letter is:
a generic letter .
a thank you letter.
not necessary.
sent with a resume.
16
What determines whether a document should be included in the career portfolio?
social goals
teacher recommendation
personal and career goals
past employment
17
Which response shows the job applicant being interviewed possesses critical thinking skills?
develop new products and processes based on analysis data.
whether to order supplies based on an inventory sheet.
I stack shelves and keep items organized.
I make three types of sandwiches and beverages.
18
To find the most satisfying career, a person should:
wait for a good job to come along.
expect to choose his/her parent’s career.
keep trying different jobs.
research career and educational information.
19
The Dictionary of Occupational Titles:
lists twelve main interest areas and careers.
is based on the sixteen Career Clusters.
puts occupations into fifteen categories.
gives a definition of thousands of careers.
20
During a job interview, a potential employee can demonstrate dependability by:
showcasing multiple jobs.
mentioning that he does not have reliable transportation.
sharing a transcript listing 30 absences.
highlighting continual service to a company or organization.
21
Which should not be included as part of a follow-up letter?
Contact information
Request for another interview
Statement of continued interest in position
Statement of appreciation
22
To research careers, begin by going to:
the school specialist.
an encyclopedia.
ONet/Occupational Outlook Handbook(OOH).
a friend.
23
The fastest declining occupations are in the field of:
retail
agriculture
medical sciences
public services
24
Which response would indicate you have technology resource information skills?
I researched using periodical, book, electronic, and HR
If my computer is down, I call Tech Support.
I looked up phone numbers when asked by my present employer
If I have questions, I should go directly to my supervisor.
25
When asked about qualifications during a job interview, a person being interviewed should:
not respond
talk about skills he/she would like to gain.
describe qualifications briefly.
ask how much the job pays.
26
In order to telecommute, a worker must:
live at least 100 miles from the job.
be willing to work for less pay.
know how to use a computer.
work at night.
27
Updating the individual career plan ensures that the student:
can choose classes with friends
is able to identify personal skills
is awarded scholarships
can change career direction as needed
28
Which indicates possesses problem-solving skills?
I follow instructions, but I often can’t finish my project
I met with my coworkers to discuss complaints
I only know how to prepare one type of cookie.
Made a new procedure to deal w/concerns we were experiencing
29
What should be included as part of the personal information on a career profile
education
personality
work environment
responsibilities
30
What is a characteristic of an entrepreneur?
Has the personality to be self-employed
Avoids risks
Mostly retired
Follows the leadership of others
31
The most effective career plan is one that is designed:
under the supervision of the principal.
by oneself and friends.
without outside input.
cooperatively with a parent and counselor.
32
Directing an applicant to a potential employer for a job interview is
risk
reference
relocation
referral
33
Private employment agencies:
charge for their services.
are only located in big cities and in suburbs.
are only in business to help people looking for pro jobs.
Find jobs for ninety percent of persons seeking work.
34
In today’s workplace, workers typically:
continue to learn new skills.
stay at one job for their career.
work nights and weekends.
work fewer hours.
35
The latest trends in a trade or profession can be found in:
daily newspapers.
trade and professional journals.
newspaper classifieds.
reports to stockholders.
36
Which job requires physical strength?
Network administration
Web development
Bus driving
Brick masonry
37
A TY letter for hard work is appropriate document to include in the portfolio to demonstrate:
honesty
work ethic
punctuality
cooperation
38
Which is an effective method to market oneself on the job?
Demonstrate professionalism
Accept criticism sometimes
Display a negative attitude
Take on other’s responsibilities
39
A student’s four-year career plan developed for use in high school should reflect:
courses to support the student’s chosen career pathway.
courses from as many pathways as possible.
few if any challenging courses.
only the minimum admission requirements.
40
The ownership, organization, and management of a business is referred to as a/an:
certification
entrepreneurship
licensure
incorporation
41
To avoid being nervous during a job interview:
give short answers to questions.
avoid eye contact with the interviewer.
practice before the interview.
hold something in one hand.
42
A cover letter is also known as a:
reference.
follow-up letter.
résumé
letter of application.
43
An example of a job from the Public Services career cluster is a/an:
firefighter
electrician
accountant
carpenter
44
The main sections of a cover letter of application are:
introduction, conclusion, signature, contact information.
job title, pay requirements, signature, and references.
address, introduction, midsection, and summary.
salutation, introduction, body, and conclusion.
45
Which is a good question to ask a potential employer during a job interview?
"How soon will I get a raise?"
"What services/products does the company offer?"
"Are there opportunities for advancement?"
"What is the company’s reputation?"
46
An appropriate interview question would be?
Do you have any disabilities?
What are your greatest strengths
Do you have any children?
How old are you?
47
Which is not a factor to consider in evaluating career options?
educational requirements
friend's choice of career
work conditions
salary
48
A well-defined road map to achieving a career goal is a/an:
course of study
career plan
alternate plan
timeline
49
If someone does not understand a question asked by an interviewer, he/she should:
explain why he/she would be right for the company.
ask him/her to clarify it.
pretend he/she did not hear it.
give details that show he/she thinks clearly.
50
One advantage of a sole proprietorship is:
start-up costs are lower .
the owner makes all decisions.
goodwill is already established in the community.
there is little financial risk to the owner.
51
The workplace that today’s students enter will have:
fewer women, minorities, and immigrants.
a shift away from service occupations.
more international competition.
less demand for high skills.
52
On a résumé, words such as achieved, calculated, examined, and generated are examples of:
buzz words.
energy words.
résumé generators.
action words.
53
Which is an occupational cluster in the North Carolina Career pathways?
health sciences
journey workers
religious workers
government
54
Private ownership, profit motive, competition, and freedom of choice are characteristics of a:
free enterprise system
socialist
central economy
mixed economy
55
Person w/ little work experience will need to focus attention on which section of the résumé?
skills
contact information
awards/achievements
work experience
56
Employment forecasters predict greater than average job growth in:
sewing
textile occupations
retail
agriculture
57
Which is a disadvantage of entrepreneurship?
Performing a variety of tasks
Working for oneself
Working flexible schedule
Varying income
58
A cover letter is used to:
schedule an interview.
highlight information on the job application.
find out more about the employer.
highlight information in an accompanying résumé.
59
Which is not a career information guide?
Occupational Outlook Handbook/ONet
Guide to Occupational Exploration
Dictionary of Occupational Titles
Readers’ Guide to Periodic Literature
60
Which is a declining occupation?
child care workers
retail sales people
farmers
truck drivers
61
Networking is an important job skill because it:
increases a person’s salary.
makes a person work harder.
may lead to employment.
is required by employers.
62
Which question should a candidate expect to be asked during a job interview?
What are your skills and abilities?
What is your ethnic origin?
Are you married?
How old are you?
63
Advancement up a career ladder mainly requires:
buying presents for the boss.
being very sociable at work.
additional education or training.
knowing all the answers.
64
Nontraditional careers for women include those in:
nursing
teaching
sales
skilled trades
65
Networking, employment agencies, and classified ads can be sources of:
résumés.
work permits.
school-to-work programs.
job leads.
66
What information must be listed on a job application?
legal name
physical handicaps
# of children
date of birth
67
Which is true of the current workplace?
Less competition for jobs
Increased use of technology
Fewer female workers
Simpler lower-level jobs
68
Increase in the # of dual income families has created an increase in
service occupations
farm occupations
health occupations
law occupations
69
Women make up more than half of the workforce in which industry?
Computer repair
Construction technology
Retail sales
Civil engineering
70
A résumé aids the job-seeking process in that it:
organizes experiences and skills.
shows the employer specific attitudes.
alerts the employer to one’s family background.
takes the place of an interview.
71
A book that describes thousands of jobs in regards to duties and work characteristics is:
What Color is Your Parachute?
Dictionary of Occupational Titles.
Exploring Career Decisions Curriculum Guide.
Guide for Occupational Exploration.
72
Who is appropriate for a job applicant to list as a reference?
sibling
teacher
mother
friend

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