Which of the following should be in your resume?

B. The jobs you’ve had and the skills you used

Which of the following is a sign of positive body language?

C. Smiling and maintaining open posture

What does SMART stand for?

A. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timely

How can you expand your network?

C. Connect with people in your field

What is one foundation of effective communication?

C. Small talk and likable communication

What does 'active listening' involve?

C. Fully focusing on the speaker and responding thoughtfully

What is the power of mentorship?

C. Getting guidance and opportunities from experienced professionals

Why is seeking feedback important?

C. It helps you improve and grow

Which is a good closing line in a cover letter?

B. “Looking forward to the opportunity to contribute to your team.”

Why is visualization powerful?

B. Helps you stay motivated and inspired

What is a benefit of small talk in professional settings?

C. Warming up conversations and building rapport/network

Which is a good example of staying organized?

C. Using a calendar or reminders

What’s the correct structure of a cover letter body?

A. Intro, Body 1, Body 2, Conclusion

What is one way to take initiative?

C. Introduce yourself and express your goals

What’s the purpose of a cover letter?

C. To introduce yourself and show why you’re a good fit

What are some aspects of Professional Dress?

Suit/Dress Pants (or Skirt) and Dress Shirt with Blazer

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1
Which of the following is part of the Art of Listening?
A. Passive hearing
D. Ignoring body language
C. Active listening
B. Talking about yourself
2
What should go after the conclusion in your cover letter?
C. A fun fact
B. A meme
D. A quote from your favorite show
A. Your signature
3
Which of the following should be in your resume?
C. What your parents do
B. The jobs you’ve had and the skills you used
A. Your favorite hobbies
D. A joke
4
What should you reflect on from past job/life experiences?
who to blame
strengths only
strengths and weaknesses
Mistakes only
5
Which of the following is a sign of positive body language?
B. Looking away
D. Constantly checking your phone
A. Crossed arms
C. Smiling and maintaining open posture
6
Who are the assistants?
Nate, Jared, Shayy
Kristen & Tyanne
Scarlett, Bre, Liz
Tenzin, Jared, Shayy
7
What does SMART stand for?
C. Small, Moderate, Active, Real, Tough
B. Strong, Measurable, Awesome, Realistic, Timed
D. Smartness, Motivation, Actions, Results, Time
A. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timely
8
What's an example of a professional greeting?
Good morning/afternoon/evening
Howdy ya'll
Greetings huzz
Hey brother
9
How can you expand your network?
C. Connect with people in your field
B. Avoid professional spaces
A. Wait for people to find you
D. ONLY talk to friends
10
What is one part of a growth mindset?
B. Embracing challenges
A. Avoiding feedback
C. Fearing mistakes
D. Ignoring change
11
What is one foundation of effective communication?
A. Interrupting often
C. Small talk and likable communication
Avoiding eye contact
B. Using big words
12
Which of these is NOT a trait of likable, confident communication?
B. Fake enthusiasm
C. Projecting confidence
D. Showing genuine interest
A. Positive body language
13
What does 'active listening' involve?
A. Planning your response while they talk
D. Nodding silently without understanding
B. Interrupting when you disagree
C. Fully focusing on the speaker and responding thoughtfully
14
What is the power of mentorship?
B. Learning from unqualified people
A. Hanging out with friends
D. Doing everything alone
C. Getting guidance and opportunities from experienced professionals
15
Why is seeking feedback important?
D. It’s not really important
C. It helps you improve and grow
A. It’s fun to hear compliments
B. It shows you’re perfect
16
Which is a good closing line in a cover letter?
B. “Looking forward to the opportunity to contribute to your team.”
C. “Bye!”
D. “Let’s get this bread!”
A. “Hope you vibe with this!”
17
Who is the PD Chair?
Nate Crespo
Tenzin Yingsal
Syed Ahmed
Alex Besen
18
Which of the following is NOT a section on a resume?
B. Extracurricular Experience
D. Favorite Memes
C. Skills
A. Honors
19
Why is visualization powerful?
A. Makes you dream big only
B. Helps you stay motivated and inspired
C. Wastes time
D. Works only for athletes
20
Which of the following is a correct resume section?
A. Favorite Movies
C. Weekend Activities
B. Professional Experience
D. Pets
21
What is a benefit of small talk in professional settings?
A. Avoiding serious topics
D. Impressing with trivia
B. Making yourself seem busy
C. Warming up conversations and building rapport/network
22
Which is a good example of staying organized?
C. Using a calendar or reminders
D. Checking your planner once a month
B. Forgetting deadlines
A. Keeping everything in your head
23
How many pages should a resume or cover letter be?
D. As many as possible
B. 5 pages
A. 2-3 pages
C. 1 page
24
What is one step that leads to action?
B. Breaking down tasks
D. Waiting for motivation
A. Thinking without doing
C. Ignoring deadlines
25
What’s the correct structure of a cover letter body?
A. Intro, Body 1, Body 2, Conclusion
C. Summary, Birthdate, Quote, Closing
D. Joke, Goal List, Exit Paragraph
B. Title Page, Bullet Points, Poem
26
Which of these actions show you are listening to understand?
A. Asking thoughtful questions
C. Talking about your own experiences
D. Finishing their sentences
B. Changing the topic
27
If I say an assignment is due on Sunday at 8 PM, what does that mean?
Due at 5 pm
Due at 8 pm
Due at 10 pm
Due at 7 pm
28
What is one way to take initiative?
B. Be silent in meetings
D. Wait for instructions
C. Introduce yourself and express your goals
A. Let others lead
29
What's the one thing you need to succeed in professional development and in life?
Fixed Mindset
Growing Mindset
Growth Mindset
Floating Mindset
30
What’s the only real way to build communication skills?
C. Practice
A. Reading about it
D. Hoping it gets better
B. Watching TED Talks
31
What’s the purpose of a cover letter?
C. To introduce yourself and show why you’re a good fit
A. To fill space
D. To complain about past jobs
B. To summarize your resume
32
What are business hours
sat & Sun 9-5
Mon-Fri 24/7
Mon-Fri 9-4
Mon-Fri 9-5
33
What's an example of a professional salutation for the end of a text or email?
Xoxo gossip girl
Sincerely, ___
Bye huzz
Thanks queen
34
What are some aspects of Professional Dress?
Suit/Dress Pants (or Skirt) and Dress Shirt with Blazer
Mini skirt like a belt
Ronal McDonald Clown Costume
Dress shirt with blazer and open toed shoes

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