The Job Hunting Cycle & WorkPlace Issues Practice Test

The Job Hunting Cycle 1. In Step One of the Job Hunting Cycle, which of the following is something you will do in this step: A. Accept a job offer B. Identify characteristics C. Put together wardrobe D. Have an interview

The Job Hunting Cycle 2. In Step Two of the Job Hunting Cycle, which of the following is something you will do in this step: A. Have an interview B. Use a variety of search methods C. Make phone calls D. Develop a résumé

The Job Hunting Cycle 3. In Step Three of the Job Hunting Cycle, which of the following is something you will do in this step: A. Connect with others (network) B. Have an interview C. Accept a job offer D. Develop a résumé

The Job Hunting Cycle 4. In Step Four of the Job Hunting Cycle, which of the following is something you will do in this step: A. Put together wardrobe B. Have an interview C. Write a cover letter D. Accept a job offer

The Job Hunting Cycle 5. In Step Five of the Job Hunting Cycle, which of the following is something you will do in this step: A. Research the job and company for your interview B. Use a variety of search methods C. Put together wardrobe D. Write a cover letter

The Job Hunting Cycle 6. In Step Six of the Job Hunting Cycle, which of the following is something you will do in this step: A. Keep track of your achievements B. Increase your skills C. Assess yourself D. All of the above

The Job Hunting Cycle 7. If you are currently unemployed, you should expect to spend this much time each week looking for your next job: A hours B hours C hours D. Every hour of every day

The Job Hunting Cycle 8. How many interview questions do you really need to be able to answer? A. 50 B. 7 C.10 D. 20

The Job Hunting Cycle 9. The job hunting asset most likely to impress employers is: A. A résumé tracking database B. Local want ads C. Positive attitude D. Postage stamps

The Job Hunting Cycle 10. When you first sit down for an interview, which of the following is something you should never do? A. Ask the interviewer how many vacation days you’ll get a year. B. Smile and make eye contact C. Take out pen and paper to take notes D. Comment positively on the painting on the wall

The Job Hunting Cycle 11. Which of the following best explains the Me. Inc. Concept? A. I need to look out for number one and no one else B. My boss decides my career development C. I’m not sure what’s going to happen, but I’m not going to look for trouble D. I need to take responsibility for my career by making sure I’m constantly learning and improving my skills

The Job Hunting Cycle 12. Which of the following has the correct Job Search Method Success Rates I gave you? A. Company Websites 70%, Networking 15%, Internet Job Boards 10% Recruiting 3%, Ads 2% B. Company Websites 40%, Networking 30%, Internet Job Boards 15% Recruiting 10%, Ads 5% C. Company Websites 30%, Networking 27%, Internet Job Boards 21%, Recruiting 14%, Ads 8% D. Company Websites 50%, Networking 30%, Internet Job Boards 11%, Recruiting 6%, Ads 3%

WorkPlace Issues 13. The act which ensures that employers establish safe working conditions is the: A. Civil Rights Act B. Family and Medical Leave Act C. Americans with Disabilities Act D. Occupational Safety and Health Act

WorkPlace Issues 14. Which type of communication is commonly known as the “grapevine”? A. Upward B. Downward C. Formal D. Informal

WorkPlace Issues 15. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, employers are required to: A. Provide equal compensation, benefits and salary B. Hire a disabled applicant that is not qualified over someone who is not disabled that is qualified C. Make accommodations that would cause financial trouble D. Discriminate against people with disabilities

WorkPlace Issues 16. Which of the following is an example of a social network? A. Americans with Disabilities Act B. Internet Usage C. Facebook D. Chemical Spills

WorkPlace Issues 17. The act which may require employers to give employees time off for chronic health problems is the: A. Civil Rights Act B. Family and Medical Leave Act C. Americans with Disabilities Act D. Occupational Safety and Health Act

WorkPlace Issues 18. Which of the following is an example of a type of technology used in the workplace? A. Internet Usage B. Teleconferencing C. Database Programs D. All of the Above

WorkPlace Issues 19. Which statement describes a Vertical Organization? A. Centralized and often used by large companies B. Decentralized C. Communication is less distorted D. Complex problems are handled more efficiently

WorkPlace Issues 20. Which statement describes a Horizontal Organization? A. Follows a very specific chain of command, going from superior to superior B. Centralized and often used by large companies C. Decentralized D. Slower communication

The Job Hunting Cycle 21. Knowing about the labor market and the economy helps you make informed decisions about your career. A. True B. False

The Job Hunting Cycle 22. Your entire focus should be on what you can do for the employer, not what the employer can do for you. A. True B. False

The Job Hunting Cycle 23. You can tell how much someone really wants to find work by the number of résumés he or she sends out a week. A. True B. False

The Job Hunting Cycle 24. The best part of getting a new job is that fact that you can finally relax. A. True B. False

The Job Hunting Cycle 25. Getting a job because “you know someone” is cheating because its not fair to other people who are applying. A. True B. False

The Job Hunting Cycle 26. An effective cover letter, résumé, and interview require you to research the employer and job first. A. True B. False

The Job Hunting Cycle 27. It’s best to pick one job hunting strategy and devote all your energy to it. A. True B. False

The Job Hunting Cycle 28. When writing a résumé, you should avoid complete sentences and using the words “I,” “me” or “my.” A. True B. False

WorkPlace Issues 29. An effect of substance abuse in the workplace is decreased productivity. A. True B. False

WorkPlace Issues 30. Surge Protectors prevent against electrical fires. A. True B. False

WorkPlace Issues 31. Purchasing safety equipment for work stations is the responsibility of the employee. A. True B. False

WorkPlace Issues 32. All organizations have both a formal and informal structure. A. True B. False

WorkPlace Issues 33. Monitor Outlets control loose wires or fraying cords. A. True B. False

WorkPlace Issues 34. Informal communication consists of upward, downward & horizontal communication. A. True B. False

WorkPlace Issues 35. Loose steps, hazardous waste, chemical spills, and asbestos are examples of ethical concerns in technology. A. True B. False