True / False Questions
1. The state of the economy is not an important factor to consider in career planning.
True False
2. In tough economic times, people are less likely to return to school.
True False
3. A diverse workforce can help the U.S. compete in a global environment.
True False
4. Age diversity at work is the inclusion of employees of all age groups in the workplace.
True False
5. Different age groups have similar attitudes towards the workplace.
True False
6. Women are more likely than men to voluntarily stop working.
True False
7. Each generation of workers likely has a different definition of success based on the values they
bring to the workplace.
True False
,8. Entrepreneurs don't need to have a strong knowledge base of their field of interest to be
successful.
True False
9. Social and professional networks have not had an impact on the workplace.
True False
10. Social and professional networks have become useful tools for employers in recruiting and
screening job applicants.
True False
11. Transferable skills refer to those skills that enable entrants to use the basic knowledge
acquired in school to perform in the workplace.
True False
12. In the 21st century skills movement, skills and knowledge are considered to be inseparable
components of career success.
True False
13. According to The Spellings Report, graduates are fully prepared with the skills necessary to
succeed in the workplace.
True False
14. In an unstable economic environment, it is no longer true that the more education you
possess, the greater your earnings will be.
True False
,Multiple Choice Questions
15. Which of the following represents a trend that is reshaping the world of work?
A. Economic changes
B. An aging population
C. Technological advances
D. All of these are correct
16. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act was enacted to:
A. Address the needs of an aging population
B. Provide jobs in underdeveloped countries
C. Stimulate the economy
D. Expand public health care
E. Help Americans become better investors
17. In tough economic times which of the following is likely to happen?
A. Jobs in credit management grow
B. People go out more
C. More homes are sold
D. Jobs in tourism increase
18. A sign of status for an older worker is likely to be:
A. An open work space
B. A corner office
C. An informal meeting at an offsite location
D. A personal laptop computer
, 19. Workplace networks that support advancement for women are important because:
A. Women are less qualified overall
B. Networks are a popular trend
C. More men than women are retiring from the workforce
D. Gender gaps remain in upper management for women
20. As corporations downsize and demand increases for customized services to meet the needs
of diverse populations, what types of careers are most likely to grow?
A. Manufacturing careers
B. Entrepreneurial careers
C. Secretarial careers
D. Social services careers
21. The following is an external challenge for individuals who own their own businesses:
A. Hiring and training employees
B. Managing cash flow
C. Supporting product development
D. Financing and government regulations
22. Which of the following is not good advice for starting your own business?
A. Be in touch with new opportunities
B. Focus on something that you have never done before
C. Create value for your product
D. Set modest goals and be patient
23. Which of the following is not listed as one of the top four skills identified in the Partnership
for 21st Century Skills survey?
A. Teamwork and Collaboration
B. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
C. Flexibility
D. Professionalism and Work ethic
1. The state of the economy is not an important factor to consider in career planning.
True False
2. In tough economic times, people are less likely to return to school.
True False
3. A diverse workforce can help the U.S. compete in a global environment.
True False
4. Age diversity at work is the inclusion of employees of all age groups in the workplace.
True False
5. Different age groups have similar attitudes towards the workplace.
True False
6. Women are more likely than men to voluntarily stop working.
True False
7. Each generation of workers likely has a different definition of success based on the values they
bring to the workplace.
True False
,8. Entrepreneurs don't need to have a strong knowledge base of their field of interest to be
successful.
True False
9. Social and professional networks have not had an impact on the workplace.
True False
10. Social and professional networks have become useful tools for employers in recruiting and
screening job applicants.
True False
11. Transferable skills refer to those skills that enable entrants to use the basic knowledge
acquired in school to perform in the workplace.
True False
12. In the 21st century skills movement, skills and knowledge are considered to be inseparable
components of career success.
True False
13. According to The Spellings Report, graduates are fully prepared with the skills necessary to
succeed in the workplace.
True False
14. In an unstable economic environment, it is no longer true that the more education you
possess, the greater your earnings will be.
True False
,Multiple Choice Questions
15. Which of the following represents a trend that is reshaping the world of work?
A. Economic changes
B. An aging population
C. Technological advances
D. All of these are correct
16. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act was enacted to:
A. Address the needs of an aging population
B. Provide jobs in underdeveloped countries
C. Stimulate the economy
D. Expand public health care
E. Help Americans become better investors
17. In tough economic times which of the following is likely to happen?
A. Jobs in credit management grow
B. People go out more
C. More homes are sold
D. Jobs in tourism increase
18. A sign of status for an older worker is likely to be:
A. An open work space
B. A corner office
C. An informal meeting at an offsite location
D. A personal laptop computer
, 19. Workplace networks that support advancement for women are important because:
A. Women are less qualified overall
B. Networks are a popular trend
C. More men than women are retiring from the workforce
D. Gender gaps remain in upper management for women
20. As corporations downsize and demand increases for customized services to meet the needs
of diverse populations, what types of careers are most likely to grow?
A. Manufacturing careers
B. Entrepreneurial careers
C. Secretarial careers
D. Social services careers
21. The following is an external challenge for individuals who own their own businesses:
A. Hiring and training employees
B. Managing cash flow
C. Supporting product development
D. Financing and government regulations
22. Which of the following is not good advice for starting your own business?
A. Be in touch with new opportunities
B. Focus on something that you have never done before
C. Create value for your product
D. Set modest goals and be patient
23. Which of the following is not listed as one of the top four skills identified in the Partnership
for 21st Century Skills survey?
A. Teamwork and Collaboration
B. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
C. Flexibility
D. Professionalism and Work ethic
