Writing an Effective Résumé Answers

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Searching a résumé for keywords can be compared to searching the Internet when conducting research.

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In order to make a résumé persuasive and not self-centered, omit the use of the word _____.

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“I”
B
“Me”
C
“My”
D
All of the above
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When creating your résumé, you should _____.

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tailor it to the needs of the employer
B
use industry and job related terms
C
match it to the job description
D
all of the above
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Which one of the following words is NOT an action verb?

A
trained
B
tested
C
designed
D
happy
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The best way to start a statement on your résumé is with _____.

A
“I” or “My”
B
a noun
C
an active verb
D
an adjective
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Specific words or phrases that represent the required skills, knowledge, and capabilities for a position defines _____.

A
job application
B
résumé
C
keywords
D
action verbs
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“Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity in management?”The above statement is taken from a job advertisement. If Jessica is tailoring her résumé to this advertisement, which of the following words should she include, because it is most likely a keyword?

A
looking
B
rewarding
C
opportunity
D
management
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Keywords should never be repeated in a résumé.

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T
B
F
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When tailoring a résumé, what is the first step that should take place?

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Arrange your résumé with the most relevant information first
B
Match your qualifications with the employers
C
Explain how your relevant content relates to the job specifics of the position in question
D
Make sure to change the position and company name in the objective.
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Résumé search programs often search for _____.

A
nouns
B
verbs
C
adjectives
D
participles

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