1 $What is the primary purpose of a Curriculum Vitae (CV)?$

A.

To provide a detailed biography of your entire life

B.

To list every course you have ever taken

C.

To market your skills, experience, and achievements to a prospective employer

D.

To demand a specific salary from a company

2 $When highlighting key skills in a CV, which type of words are most effective?$

A.

Passive verbs

B.

Action verbs

C.

Complex jargon

D.

Ambiguous adjectives

3 $Which of the following is the best way to showcase an achievement on a CV?$

A.

Responsible for sales

B.

Worked on a project to increase sales

C.

Increased regional sales by 20% within six months

D.

Tried to improve sales figures

4 $What is a common CV mistake regarding email addresses?$

A.

Using a university email address

B.

Using a professional format like firstname.lastname@email.com

C.

Using an unprofessional handle like coolguy123@email.com

D.

Using a dedicated job-hunting email address

5 $In the context of CV writing, what does 'concise language' imply?$

A.

Using as few words as possible, even if grammar suffers

B.

Using clear, direct phrasing without unnecessary fluff

C.

Using small fonts to fit more text

D.

Omitting the articles 'a' and 'the' entirely

6 $What is 'CV Justification'?$

A.

Writing a cover letter

B.

The ability to verbally explain and defend the claims made in your CV during an interview

C.

Adjusting the margins of the document

D.

Paying a professional to write your CV

7 $Which section should generally appear first in a CV for a fresh graduate?$

A.

References

B.

Education

C.

High School grades

D.

Hobbies

8 $What does the STAR method stand for in behavioral interviews?$

A.

Situation, Task, Action, Result

B.

Standard, Test, Analysis, Review

C.

Skills, Time, Attitude, Response

D.

Situation, Target, Assessment, Reply

9 $In the STAR technique, what should the 'Action' part focus on?$

A.

What the team did collectively

B.

What you specifically did to address the situation

C.

The final outcome of the project

D.

The background context of the problem

10 $Which of the following is a 'Soft Skill'?$

A.

Python Programming

B.

Data Analysis

C.

Emotional Intelligence

D.

Accounting

11 $What is the primary goal of a Screening Interview?$

A.

To negotiate salary

B.

To filter out unqualified candidates early in the process

C.

To introduce the candidate to the entire team

D.

To sign the employment contract

12 $When personalizing a CV for a technical role, what is most important?$

A.

Listing every technology ever invented

B.

Tailoring the 'Skills' section to match the Job Description (JD) requirements

C.

Using a colorful design

D.

Including a photo of your computer setup

13 $What does 'JD' stand for in the context of recruitment?$

A.

Job Demand

B.

Job Description

C.

Junior Developer

D.

Just Do it

14 $How should you prepare for a JD-based interview?$

A.

Memorize the JD word for word

B.

Ignore the JD and focus on your own biography

C.

Map your skills and experiences to the specific requirements listed in the JD

D.

Assume the interviewer knows the JD better than you

15 $Which is a common mistake when listing technical skills?$

A.

Grouping them by category (e.g., Languages, Tools)

B.

Listing skills you are not actually proficient in

C.

Putting the most relevant skills first

D.

Including certification names

16 $What is a 'Panel Interview'?$

A.

An interview with one person behind a glass panel

B.

An interview conducted by two or more interviewers simultaneously

C.

An interview where you interview the company

D.

A written test

17 $When asked 'Tell me about yourself', what is the best strategy?$

A.

Recite your CV verbatim

B.

Talk about your childhood and family history

C.

Give a brief professional summary highlighting relevant experience and goals

D.

Ask the interviewer what they want to know

18 $What is the purpose of a 'Stress Interview'?$

A.

To make the candidate cry

B.

To test how the candidate handles pressure and unexpected situations

C.

To fill time because the interviewer is bored

D.

To see if the candidate can shout back

19 $Why should you avoid clichés like 'hard worker' or 'team player' without context?$

A.

They are offensive

B.

They are too specific

C.

They are overused and lack evidence without examples

D.

They take up too much space

20 $What is the best way to handle a gap in your CV during an interview?$

A.

Lie and extend the dates of previous jobs

B.

Refuse to answer the question

C.

Explain it honestly and highlight any productive activities done during that time

D.

Blame the economy

21 $In a technical interview, if you don't know the answer to a question, what should you do?$

A.

Guess wildly

B.

Admit you don't know but explain how you would find the solution

C.

Change the subject

D.

Stay silent

22 $Which file format is generally safest for sending a CV to ensure formatting stays intact?$

A.

.doc

B.

.txt

C.

.pdf

D.

.png

23 $What is a 'competency-based' interview question?$

A.

A question checking your IQ

B.

A question requiring you to give an example of a specific skill in action

C.

A question about your salary expectations

D.

A question about the company history

24 $How should you dress for a video/virtual interview?$

A.

Casually, since you are at home

B.

Professionally from the waist up only

C.

Professionally, as you would for an in-person interview

D.

In bright colors to stand out on camera

25 $Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for answering 'What is your greatest weakness?'$

A.

Choosing a real weakness that isn't critical to the job

B.

Saying 'I work too hard' or 'I am a perfectionist'

C.

Discussing steps you are taking to improve

D.

Showing self-awareness

26 $When showcasing technical skills, what is the value of including a GitHub link or Portfolio?$

A.

It fills up empty space on the CV

B.

It provides tangible proof of your coding or creative abilities

C.

It allows the recruiter to contact you via social media

D.

It shows you have internet access

27 $What is the 'Reverse Chronological' format?$

A.

Listing jobs from oldest to newest

B.

Listing jobs from newest to oldest

C.

Listing jobs based on relevance

D.

Listing jobs alphabetically

28 $Why is research about the company important before an interview?$

A.

To impress them with trivia

B.

To align your answers with their culture, values, and current challenges

C.

To find out where the cafeteria is

D.

To argue about their stock price

29 $What is the purpose of the 'Summary' or 'Profile' section at the top of a CV?$

A.

To list all your contact details

B.

To provide a snapshot of your professional identity and value proposition

C.

To list your high school grades

D.

To write a personal motto

30 $In an interview, what does non-verbal communication (body language) include?$

A.

The words you choose

B.

Your tone of voice

C.

Eye contact, posture, and hand gestures

D.

Your resume font

31 $How should you justify a claim of 'strong leadership skills' in a CV?$

A.

Capitalize the word LEADERSHIP

B.

Include a bullet point detailing a specific time you led a team to a successful outcome

C.

List 'Leadership' under hobbies

D.

Say you were the class monitor in kindergarten

32 $What is a 'Behavioral Interview'?$

A.

An interview that focuses on your future plans

B.

An interview based on the premise that past behavior predicts future performance

C.

An interview where you are observed working

D.

An interview about your personality type

33 $Which personal details should generally be EXCLUDED from a modern professional CV?$

A.

Name and Email

B.

Phone number

C.

Age, religion, and marital status

D.

LinkedIn URL

34 $What is the best response to 'Do you have any questions for us?' at the end of an interview?$

A.

No, I am good.

B.

How soon can I take a vacation?

C.

Can you tell me more about the team dynamics or the company's growth plans?

D.

What does your company do?

35 $What does ATS stand for in the context of CVs?$

A.

Automatic Type Writer

B.

Applicant Tracking System

C.

Advanced Technical Skills

D.

Applied Testing Service

36 $When discussing a technical project in an interview, what balance should you strike?$

A.

Use only technical jargon to sound smart

B.

Explain the technical complexity but make the business value clear to non-tech interviewers

C.

Avoid talking about the technology entirely

D.

Focus only on the bugs you couldn't fix

37 $Which of the following is an example of a 'Transferable Skill'?$

A.

Operating a specific model of a forklift

B.

Knowledge of internal company software

C.

Problem-solving

D.

Login credentials

38 $What is the 'Result' component of the STAR method mostly concerned with?$

A.

The outcome of your actions, preferably with quantifiable data

B.

The reason you started the task

C.

The tools you used

D.

The names of your colleagues

39 $Why is it important to proofread your CV?$

A.

To ensure the font is blue

B.

To make it longer

C.

To demonstrate attention to detail and avoid professionalism errors

D.

To add more keywords

40 $How long should a standard CV be for a candidate with less than 5 years of experience?$

A.

1 to 2 pages

B.

3 to 4 pages

C.

5+ pages

D.

Half a page

41 $What is the best way to answer 'Where do you see yourself in 5 years?'$

A.

In your chair (the interviewer's job)

B.

Retired on a beach

C.

Growing within the company and taking on more responsibilities

D.

I don't know

42 $In a technical interview, what is 'Whiteboarding'?$

A.

Cleaning the office

B.

Solving a coding or logic problem on a whiteboard in real-time

C.

Designing the office layout

D.

Writing your CV on a board

43 $When asked about a time you failed, what is the critical element to include in your answer?$

A.

Blaming others for the failure

B.

Denying that you ever fail

C.

What you learned from the failure and how you improved

D.

Changing the subject

44 $Which verb tense should be used for past work experiences in a CV?$

A.

Future tense

B.

Present tense

C.

Past tense

D.

Continuous tense

45 $What is the purpose of a 'Mock Interview'?$

A.

To make fun of the candidate

B.

To practice interview skills in a simulated environment

C.

To record a video for social media

D.

To hire an actor

46 $When justifying a gap due to 'upskilling', what evidence should you provide?$

A.

A list of movies watched

B.

Certifications, courses completed, or projects built during that time

C.

Receipts for coffee

D.

A letter from your parents

47 $What is a 'Case Interview'?$

A.

An interview about legal cases

B.

An interview where the candidate is given a business scenario/problem to solve

C.

An interview carrying a briefcase

D.

An interview strictly about your CV

48 $Why should you customize your CV for every job application?$

A.

To annoy the recruiter

B.

Because every job has different requirements and keywords

C.

To use different fonts

D.

To hide your identity

49 $What is the best etiquette for post-interview follow-up?$

A.

Call the recruiter every hour

B.

Send a thank-you email within 24 hours reaffirming your interest

C.

Add the interviewer on all social media platforms immediately

D.

Wait for them to call you only

50 $Which section allows you to explain why you are applying if your degree doesn't match the job role?$

A.

The header

B.

The Cover Letter or Professional Summary

C.

The Reference section

D.

The appendix

Unit 3 - Practice Quiz