Career Readiness Exam Review UPDATED
ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
What should be included in a career notebook? - CORRECT ANSWER - resume, cover
letter, letter(s) of recommendation, high school transcript
Once a career notebook is compiled, it should be updated how often? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Every 3 months
If a prospective employer asks you to bring evidence of your work history to the interview, you
should take your: - CORRECT ANSWER - career notebook
A ______________ refers to a record of one's work history, a list of activities and skilled
accomplished, and copies of personal career papers. - CORRECT ANSWER - career
portfolio
It is best to begin your career notebook ______________. - CORRECT ANSWER - As
early in your high school career as possible
In order to make an informed career decision, a high school student will want to: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Make goals, interest inventory, and do career research
Having a career implies that a person: - CORRECT ANSWER - Has a commitment to a
profession and chance for occupational growth
An example of a transferable skill is a skill: - CORRECT ANSWER - You can use to apply
later in life
The three main factors that influence future job opportunities are: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Population, labor force, demand for jobs and services
, Salary, location, environment, and benefits are factors to consider when: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Comparing two job offers
Which of the following describe what money amount is included in a base salary? - CORRECT
ANSWER - gross pay
Steven is considering taking a job with a company that is offering gym memberships, flexible
hours, repayment of educational loans, merchandise discounts, and childcare. These components
of the job are called: - CORRECT ANSWER - fringe benefits
Cost of living expenses include: - CORRECT ANSWER - Housing, food, day to day
expenses (needs)
The primary purpose of a cover letter is to: - CORRECT ANSWER - get a job interview
A cover letter is intended to be included with the: - CORRECT ANSWER - resume
A well written cover letter signifies to an employer that you possess: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Written communication and organization skills
The introductory paragraph of a cover letter should include: - CORRECT ANSWER -
specific work you're looking for
A cover letter should be addressed to: - CORRECT ANSWER - the contact person from
the company
A complete resume should include: - CORRECT ANSWER - previous work history,
education, references
ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
What should be included in a career notebook? - CORRECT ANSWER - resume, cover
letter, letter(s) of recommendation, high school transcript
Once a career notebook is compiled, it should be updated how often? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Every 3 months
If a prospective employer asks you to bring evidence of your work history to the interview, you
should take your: - CORRECT ANSWER - career notebook
A ______________ refers to a record of one's work history, a list of activities and skilled
accomplished, and copies of personal career papers. - CORRECT ANSWER - career
portfolio
It is best to begin your career notebook ______________. - CORRECT ANSWER - As
early in your high school career as possible
In order to make an informed career decision, a high school student will want to: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Make goals, interest inventory, and do career research
Having a career implies that a person: - CORRECT ANSWER - Has a commitment to a
profession and chance for occupational growth
An example of a transferable skill is a skill: - CORRECT ANSWER - You can use to apply
later in life
The three main factors that influence future job opportunities are: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Population, labor force, demand for jobs and services
, Salary, location, environment, and benefits are factors to consider when: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Comparing two job offers
Which of the following describe what money amount is included in a base salary? - CORRECT
ANSWER - gross pay
Steven is considering taking a job with a company that is offering gym memberships, flexible
hours, repayment of educational loans, merchandise discounts, and childcare. These components
of the job are called: - CORRECT ANSWER - fringe benefits
Cost of living expenses include: - CORRECT ANSWER - Housing, food, day to day
expenses (needs)
The primary purpose of a cover letter is to: - CORRECT ANSWER - get a job interview
A cover letter is intended to be included with the: - CORRECT ANSWER - resume
A well written cover letter signifies to an employer that you possess: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Written communication and organization skills
The introductory paragraph of a cover letter should include: - CORRECT ANSWER -
specific work you're looking for
A cover letter should be addressed to: - CORRECT ANSWER - the contact person from
the company
A complete resume should include: - CORRECT ANSWER - previous work history,
education, references
