Resume Writing Mcqs
Q.1: Which of the following is an example of a successful Problem-Action-Result (PAR) statement that a candidate might use in the Experience section of a resume?
A. Responsibilities included answering phones, typing correspondence, and filing.N
B. Streamlined obsolete filing system by developing simple yet sophisticated coding system, resulting in a 45% increase in administrative staff productivity.
C. No Option
D. No Option
Q.2: When writing a resume, a candidate should use ____________ to describe his work experience and accomplishments.o
A. complete sentences
B. impressive vocabulary words
C. field-specific jargon
D. action verbs
Q.3: The best way to test the formatting of an e-resume is to ______________.H
A. send it to multiple e-mail addresses and check the formatting using different browsersV
B. have the resume proofread by a friend%
C. No Option
D. No Option
Q.4: Between Employment and Experience, which is the better section heading for a resume?T
A. Employment because employers are only interested in the candidate's paying jobs.P
B. Experience because candidates may have relevant volunteer, life, or other unpaid experience.\
C. No Option
D. No Option
Q.5: When deciding on the best font for a resume, a candidate should ____________.M
A. choose a common, easy-to-read font such as Times New Roman, Arial, or Verdana N
B. use a fancy, attention-grabbing font like Matisse or Curlz to show creativity O
C. a, c, and d
D. use a font size anywhere from 10 to 12 points-
Q.6: When it comes to choosing the best font color for a resume, the candidate should generally_______________. Answers:s
A. use only black
B. use black for the headings and blue for the content3
C. use a different color for each section of the resume4
D. use black as the base color and red to highlight important skills and informationQ
Q.7: The foundation of most effective resumes is generally built around _______________.S
A. the recommendations of previous employers and supervisors ;
B. the duties performed by the candidate at each place of employment C
C. the candidate's past accomplishments and successes at each place of employmentN
D. a and b
Q.8: The Contact Information section of a resume usually contains ________________.N
A. name, phone number at current place of work, and e-mail address@
B. name, personal phone and cell numbers, and Social Security number C
C. name and e-mail address only
D. name, address, personal phone and cell numbers, and e-mail addressB
Q.9: An employer reads a resume that includes an objective that is vague or broad. What impression might he form regarding the candidate?
A. The candidate obviously has many talents and interests and would therefore be an asset to the organization. l
B. The candidate has not taken the time to clarify his own goals for his professional life. [
C. The candidate would not take the job responsibilities seriously.@
D. The candidate is versatile and could be easily placed in a variety of the company's departments.`
Q.10: Angela received an advanced degree from a university in England. She is now applying for a position at a company based in New York. How should she address this matter in the Education section of her resume?
A. She should not mention the degree because it is not recognized in the U.S.J
B. She should include the degree received and indicate its U.S. equivalent. I
C. No Option
D. No Option