This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Academic Writing > Resume Building – Quiz 5 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Resume Building Quiz 5 (57 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What is the first thing listed on your resume? A) Personal information. B) Education. C) Work experience. D) Awards and honors. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Personal information. 2. What is the recommended starting point for building a professional resume? A) Hiring a professional resume writer. B) Using a template found on the internet. C) Creating your own format from scratch. D) Asking a friend to create it for you. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Creating your own format from scratch. 3. Main idea sentence should be ..... A) Specific and clear. B) General and vague. C) About everything in the world. D) Only one word. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Specific and clear. 4. You should always tell the truth during job interviews. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 5. What is the purpose of a cover letter? A) To provide a brief summary of your work history. B) To explain any gaps in your employment history. C) To customize your application for a specific job and demonstrate your interest in the position. D) To list your hobbies and interests. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To customize your application for a specific job and demonstrate your interest in the position. 6. How should work experience be organized on a resume? A) Alphabetically. B) Random order. C) Most recent to oldest. D) Oldest to most recent. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Most recent to oldest. 7. For how long did the individual act as Active Directory and Exchange administrator for over 3, 000 users at USAA Dallas, TX? A) From June 2002 to Present. B) From January 2000 to May 2008. C) From June 2002 to May 2008. D) From May 2008 to Present. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) From June 2002 to May 2008. 8. Which software is the Project Manager in Example 1 proficient in? A) MS Office Suite. B) Salesforce. C) AutoCAD. D) Adobe Suite. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) MS Office Suite. 9. Ideally, how long should your resume' be? A) It's up to you. B) One page. C) However long you want it. D) Two pages. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) One page. 10. Qualifications are: A) Skills and desires. B) Skills and abilities. C) Skills and suggestions. D) Skills and objectives. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Skills and abilities. 11. True or False:You can have your teacher as a reference on your resume. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 12. What information should be provided first when listing your work history in a resume? A) Company, City, State Location. B) Job Title. C) List of job skills and accomplishments. D) Your name and contact information. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Job Title. 13. What do most recruiters recommend regarding including an address on your resume? A) To always include it. B) To include it if you have a PO Box. C) Not to include it. D) To include it only if you are applying internationally. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Not to include it. 14. Which statement better matches this job description? "Looking for someone who can organise team tasks and follow up on project deadlines." A) "Helped team with projects.". B) "Monitored project deadlines and updated task tracker weekly to ensure timely delivery.". C) "Worked in a team.". D) "Assisted team when needed.". Show Answer Correct Answer: B) "Monitored project deadlines and updated task tracker weekly to ensure timely delivery.". 15. Which formatting choice could cause an ATS to misread or reject your resume? A) Using standard section headers like "Work Experience" and "Skills". B) Including bullet points for responsibilities. C) Inserting tables, graphics, or columns to organize layout. D) Saving as a Word or PDF document. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Inserting tables, graphics, or columns to organize layout. 16. What is the amount of experience in years that the Law Enforcement Professional has in Example 3? A) Over 20 years. B) Over 15 years. C) Over 5 years. D) Over 10 years. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Over 15 years. 17. Which of the following is NOT recommended for the work experience section if you have no job history? A) Highlight your informal jobs and the skills used. B) Leave the work experience section blank. C) Label relevant volunteer roles as work experience. D) Focus on your relevant skills and education. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Leave the work experience section blank. 18. Why is the volunteer experience section important for a resume with no work history? A) It demonstrates your dedication and transferable skills. B) It allows you to fill space on the resume. C) It impresses employers more than paid work. D) It shows you have no real work experience. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It demonstrates your dedication and transferable skills. 19. Who is the mentor of Resume Building Session? A) Sudarshan. B) Pavan Kumar. C) Durgesh Vaigandla. D) Rohith Jabbireddy. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Rohith Jabbireddy. 20. What should you do when creating a professional email address for your resume? A) Use your childhood nickname. B) Use a generic email like '[email protected]'. C) Combine your name and a number. D) Keep using your current personal email. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Combine your name and a number. 21. What is the purpose of providing a summary of qualifications in a resume? A) To list all the skills and experiences you have acquired over your lifetime. B) To catch the reader's attention with relevant skills and experience that match the job qualifications. C) To detail every job position you have ever held. D) To showcase your educational background exclusively. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To catch the reader's attention with relevant skills and experience that match the job qualifications. 22. How should you format dates on your resume? A) Using only the month and year (e.g., June 2020). B) Using only the year (e.g., 2020). C) Using the full date (e.g., June 15, 2020). D) It doesn't matter. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Using only the month and year (e.g., June 2020). 23. Resumes are usually looked at slowly so the employer can take his or her time to review. True or False A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 24. Your descriptions in your Resume should be long and detailed A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 25. What should you do to tailor your resume for a specific job? A) Incorporate as many preferred skills and qualifications as possible. B) Reorganize the document with the least relevant categories at the top. C) Add more unrelated skills to the resume. D) Remove all irrelevant experiences. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Incorporate as many preferred skills and qualifications as possible. 26. All of the following goes in the top header of your resume except for ..... A) Phone Number. B) Your name. C) Education. D) Street Address. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Education. 27. What type of information should you include on a resume? A) Your social security number. B) Your family information. C) Your job skills and history. D) Your family tree. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Your job skills and history. 28. What is the BEST way to ensure your resume matches a job description? A) Copy the job description into your resume. B) Repeat the job title several times. C) Tailor your bullet points to include relevant keywords and responsibilities from the job ad. D) Use a fancy resume template from Canva. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Tailor your bullet points to include relevant keywords and responsibilities from the job ad. 29. Which section of a resume includes jobs and leadership roles? A) Objective. B) Skills. C) Experience. D) Education. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Experience. 30. Which resume builder offers a free version with limited features? A) Zety. B) Novoresume. C) Indeed. D) Resume.com. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Novoresume. 31. True or False:Accomplishments and awards should be included in your resume. A) True. B) False. C) Not really. D) No Clue. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 32. In the education section of your resume', should you include your GPA? A) It depends on the job you're applying for. B) Never. C) Only if it is good. D) Always. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Only if it is good. 33. Which resume file name is BEST for uploading to an ATS system? A) JD resume.NEWEST.final.pdf. B) FinalCV version3 LASTONE.pdf. C) Resume JohnDoe Business Analyst.pdf. D) Resume Student123.docx. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Resume JohnDoe Business Analyst.pdf. 34. Which section typically appears at the top of a resume? A) References. B) Contact information. C) Work experience. D) Education. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Contact information. 35. True or False:On a resume, we do NOT write in full sentences and start with "I." For example:I am hardworking, dedicated, and organized. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 36. Which of the following skills is listed under both hard and soft skills? A) Web design. B) Diagnostics. C) Writing. D) Typing. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Writing. 37. The main purpose of a skills resume is to ..... A) List the number of skills you have. B) List why the particular employer should hire you. C) Tell what you are good at. D) Highlight your skills & accomplishments. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Highlight your skills & accomplishments. 38. What should you do when listing skills on your resume? A) Focus on general skills like 'hard-working'. B) Avoid including any computer or language skills. C) Only include advanced technical skills. D) Mirror the specific skills listed in the job description. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Mirror the specific skills listed in the job description. 39. How can you show progress in your current work history in a professional document? A) By listing all the training sessions attended. B) By making your promotions stand out. C) By including detailed descriptions of everyday activities. D) By mentioning the number of sick days taken. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) By making your promotions stand out. 40. For whom might a resume objective or career objective statement be particularly effective? A) Job seekers who have a lot of work experience. B) Job seekers who have no professional experience. C) Job seekers who are shifting careers or industries. D) Job seekers who are staying in the same industry. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Job seekers who are shifting careers or industries. 41. Strong or Weak Bullet Point?"Helped with social media." A) Strong. B) Weak. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Weak. 42. When using the Stacking Format to list multiple jobs at one organization on a resume, what should be included at the top? A) A detailed description of the first job position. B) The overall date range for all positions. C) The name of the supervisor. D) Educational qualifications. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The overall date range for all positions. 43. What should you ensure about your resume format to pass the initial screening? A) It contains a lot of text. B) It is visually appealing and easy for an employer to quickly scan. C) It is written in a narrative form. D) It includes detailed descriptions of all your past job roles. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It is visually appealing and easy for an employer to quickly scan. 44. What was the goal for continuous connectivity that the Systems Administrator aimed to achieve at USAA Dallas, TX? A) 85% continuous connectivity. B) 95% continuous connectivity. C) 100% continuous connectivity. D) 75% continuous connectivity. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 95% continuous connectivity. 45. What should be the margin size for a resume? A) 1.5 inches. B) 1 inch. C) 0.5 inches. D) 0.7 inches. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) 0.7 inches. 46. Purpose 'to persuade' means ..... A) Give facts. B) Change someone's opinion. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Change someone's opinion. 47. What should you use from your company research and job posting to create a targeted resume? A) General industry requirements. B) Preferred and required qualifications. C) A list of all potential interview questions. D) A comprehensive history of the company. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Preferred and required qualifications. 48. What is the recommended action after completing the resume? A) Keep it as is and never revise it. B) Share it with a trusted friend for feedback. C) Never use it for job applications. D) Delete it and start over. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Share it with a trusted friend for feedback. 49. Cover letters are generally ..... page at most in length, divided into a header, introduction, body, and closing. A) Three. B) Two. C) One. D) Four. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) One. 50. What is the ideal length of a resume for a fresh graduate? A) Half a page. B) One page. C) Three pages. D) Two pages. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) One page. 51. What is the purpose of the experience section in a resume? A) To provide a personal statement. B) To list educational qualifications. C) To provide the hiring manager with a list of the companies you have worked for, dates of employment, and the position titles you held. D) To list references and their contact information. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To provide the hiring manager with a list of the companies you have worked for, dates of employment, and the position titles you held. 52. Which of the following is an example of an action verb that can be used in a resume? A) Created. B) Designed. C) Planning. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 53. What information is optional when listing your completed degree in your education section? A) Type of degree. B) University name. C) GPA. D) City and state. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) GPA. 54. The ..... interview occurs when leaving a job. A) Exit. B) Informational. C) Employment. D) Coaching. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Exit. 55. What is the best file format for submitting a digital resume? A) JPG. B) TXT. C) PDF. D) GIF. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) PDF. 56. Its good to mention about your salary expectation in your resume. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 57. What should be included in the Activities section of a resume? A) Only professional organizations. B) Only clubs and hobbies. C) Only community service projects. D) All extracurricular activities and volunteer experiences. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All extracurricular activities and volunteer experiences. ← PreviousRelated QuizzesGrammar QuizzesEnglish Grammar QuizzesResume Building Quiz 1Resume Building Quiz 2Resume Building Quiz 3Resume Building Quiz 4Academic Paragraph Review QuizAcademic Vocabulary QuizAcademic Writing Conventions And Practices QuizAcademic Writing Structure Quiz 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books