1 $In the context of placement preparation and Soft Skills, what does the acronym KYC primarily stand for?$

A.

Know Your Customer

B.

Know Your Company

C.

Keep Your Confidence

D.

Key Your Credentials

2 $Which of the following is NOT a core element of conducting KYC research before an interview?$

A.

Understanding the company's business model

B.

Knowing the leadership team (CEO, Founders)

C.

Memorizing the cafeteria menu

D.

Reviewing recent news and press releases

3 $Why is CV Mapping considered a crucial step in the application process?$

A.

It adds color to the resume

B.

It aligns the candidate's skills with the specific job description (JD)

C.

It increases the file size of the CV

D.

It hides employment gaps

4 $When designing a digital portfolio, which section is most critical for establishing immediate context about who you are?$

A.

The footer

B.

The 'About Me' or 'Bio' section

C.

The contact form

D.

The site map

5 $Which of the following tools is primarily a Content Management System (CMS) often used for building non-technical portfolios without code?$

A.

Netlify

B.

WordPress

C.

Vercel

D.

Git

6 $What is the primary advantage of using Netlify or Vercel for a technical portfolio?$

A.

They provide drag-and-drop interfaces only

B.

They allow seamless deployment directly from a Git repository

C.

They are offline tools

D.

They are primarily used for graphic design

7 $In the context of Platform Skills, what constitutes good 'Digital Body Language' during a video interview?$

A.

Looking at the phone frequently

B.

Maintaining eye contact with the camera lens

C.

Turning off the video

D.

Sitting in a dark room

8 $When uploading a portfolio link to a placement portal, what is the most important technical check to perform first?$

A.

Ensure the link color is blue

B.

Verify the link is accessible via a public (incognito) window

C.

Shorten the link using a third-party tool

D.

Add a password protection

9 $Which file format is generally required for a Specialized CV when uploading to placement portals to ensure formatting remains consistent?$

A.

DOCX

B.

TXT

C.

PDF

D.

PNG

10 $What is a 'Specialized CV'?$

A.

A generic CV used for every job application

B.

A CV tailored specifically for a particular role, industry, or skill set

C.

A CV written by a specialist

D.

A CV that is over 5 pages long

11 $Which platform is known for its 'Drag and Drop' website builder, making it easy for beginners to create portfolios?$

A.

Vercel

B.

Wix

C.

GitHub Pages

D.

Heroku

12 $In the context of professional grooming for video calls, what does the rule of thirds refer to?$

A.

Talking for only 1/3 of the time

B.

Framing yourself so your eyes are at the top third line of the screen

C.

Wearing three layers of clothing

D.

Having three lights in the room

13 $What is the primary function of an ATS (Applicant Tracking System)?$

A.

To schedule interviews automatically

B.

To filter and rank resumes based on keywords

C.

To design the company logo

D.

To train employees

14 $When mapping your CV to a company's requirements, if a JD mentions 'Agile Methodology', what should you do?$

A.

Ignore it if you don't know it

B.

Copy the definition of Agile into your CV

C.

Highlight past projects where you worked in Sprints or used Scrum/Kanban

D.

Lie and say you are an expert

15 $Which of the following is a 'Red Flag' in a digital portfolio?$

A.

High-quality project images

B.

Broken links or '404 Not Found' errors

C.

A downloadable resume

D.

Links to LinkedIn profiles

16 $Why is 'Approval on the Placement Portal' necessary?$

A.

To ensure the student pays the fee

B.

To verify that the information provided is accurate and meets the institution's standards

C.

It is just a formality with no purpose

D.

To allow the student to edit the portal code

17 $Which portfolio tool is best suited for a React or Next.js developer wanting to showcase dynamic web applications?$

A.

Microsoft Word

B.

Vercel

C.

Canva

D.

PowerPoint

18 $What is the recommended file naming convention for a CV before uploading it to a portal?$

A.

Resume.pdf

B.

CV_Final_Version_2.pdf

C.

FirstName_LastName_CV.pdf

D.

MyDocument.pdf

19 $When discussing KYC, researching a company's 'Competitors' helps you to:$

A.

Apply to them instead

B.

Discuss market positioning and industry challenges intelligently during the interview

C.

Criticize the company you are applying to

D.

Find out their Wi-Fi password

20 $In portfolio design, UX stands for:$

A.

User Xenophobia

B.

User Experience

C.

Under Xylophone

D.

Utility X-ray

21 $Which element of professional grooming is often overlooked in remote interviews?$

A.

Hair style

B.

The background environment visible on camera

C.

Shirt color

D.

Facial expression

22 $What is the purpose of a 'Call to Action' (CTA) in a portfolio?$

A.

To demand a job

B.

To guide the visitor on what to do next (e.g., 'Contact Me', 'View GitHub')

C.

To warn the user about cookies

D.

To play a video automatically

23 $Before verifying your portfolio link on a placement portal, you realize your site takes 10 seconds to load. This is a sign of poor:$

A.

Content quality

B.

Performance optimization

C.

Color theory

D.

Typography

24 $Which of the following is NOT a recommended platform for hosting a professional portfolio?$

A.

TikTok (as the only source)

B.

WordPress

C.

Netlify

D.

Wix

25 $In the context of CV customization, what is the 'Summary' section used for?$

A.

To list all hobbies

B.

To provide a brief, targeted overview of professional value and career goals

C.

To copy the job description

D.

To list references

26 $If a job description emphasizes 'Teamwork', which portfolio element best provides evidence for this?$

A.

A solo coding project

B.

A 'Group Project' section detailing your specific contribution and collaboration tools used

C.

A picture of you smiling

D.

Your GPA

27 $When submitting a portfolio URL, which protocol indicates a secure connection?$

A.

http://

B.

ftp://

C.

https://

D.

smtp://

28 $Which tool would be most effective for checking the grammar and tone of your portfolio content?$

A.

Photoshop

B.

Grammarly or Hemingway Editor

C.

VS Code

D.

Postman

29 $What is the significance of 'Visual Hierarchy' in portfolio design?$

A.

Making everything the same size

B.

Using only one color

C.

Arranging elements to guide the viewer's eye to the most important information first

D.

Using flashing animations

30 $Why should you avoid using a 'localhost:3000' link on a placement portal?$

A.

It is too long

B.

It only works on your specific computer, not for the recruiter

C.

It costs money

D.

It is outdated

31 $In a specialized CV for a design role, what might be included that is usually absent in a standard corporate CV?$

A.

Home address

B.

Link to a Behance/Dribbble portfolio and visual elements

C.

Phone number

D.

Education history

32 $KYC research helps in formulating:$

A.

Salary demands

B.

Questions to ask the interviewer at the end of the session

C.

Exit strategies

D.

Travel plans

33 $Which of the following is a 'Soft Skill' that can be demonstrated through the design of your portfolio?$

A.

Java Programming

B.

Attention to Detail

C.

Database Management

D.

Cloud Computing

34 $When using WordPress, what is a 'Theme'?$

A.

The topic of your blog

B.

A collection of files that determines the look and style of the website

C.

The background music

D.

The database engine

35 $Verification of a portfolio link on a placement portal usually fails if:$

A.

The link leads to a password-protected Google Drive folder

B.

The link is a custom domain

C.

The content is too good

D.

The portfolio has a dark mode

36 $What is the best way to handle 'Projects' in a CV for a fresher?$

A.

List only the project title

B.

Describe the project, technologies used, and your specific role/outcome

C.

Skip them if you have no work experience

D.

Copy projects from the internet

37 $Netlify's 'Drag and Drop' deployment feature allows you to:$

A.

Design the UI

B.

Upload a folder of static files (HTML/CSS/JS) to deploy a site instantly

C.

Write code in the browser

D.

Create a database

38 $Platform skills include managing audio. What is the ideal microphone setup?$

A.

Using the built-in laptop mic in a noisy cafe

B.

Using a headset or quality microphone in a quiet room to eliminate echo and noise

C.

Muting yourself for the whole interview

D.

Playing music in the background

39 $What is the primary purpose of 'Social Proof' in a portfolio?$

A.

To show how many friends you have

B.

To validate your skills through testimonials or endorsements

C.

To link to Facebook

D.

To show social events

40 $If your CV is rejected on the placement portal, what is the most likely administrative reason (excluding content)?$

A.

The font size is 11pt

B.

The file is corrupted or exceeds the size limit

C.

It is black and white

D.

It has a border

41 $Which section of a portfolio is best for demonstrating continuous learning?$

A.

Contact Me

B.

Blog or Certifications

C.

Hero Section

D.

Footer

42 $In the context of KYC, understanding a company's 'Values' helps you:$

A.

Negotiate holidays

B.

Align your behavioral answers to see if you are a 'Cultural Fit'

C.

Dress casually

D.

Ignore company policy

43 $A 'Responsive' portfolio design means:$

A.

The owner responds to emails quickly

B.

The layout adjusts smoothly to different screen sizes (Mobile, Tablet, Desktop)

C.

The site loads fast

D.

The colors are bright

44 $When mapping a CV for a technical role, which is better?$

A.

Listing skills as

B.

Listing skills as

C.

Writing a long paragraph about your childhood

D.

Using no lists at all

45 $Which of the following is considered unprofessional in a portfolio photo?$

A.

A high-resolution headshot

B.

A photo with a neutral background

C.

A cropped selfie from a party with others visible

D.

Wearing formal attire

46 $What is the benefit of using a custom domain (e.g., johnsmith.com) over a subdomain (e.g., johnsmith.wixsite.com)?$

A.

It is free

B.

It looks more professional and improves personal branding

C.

It is easier to type

D.

It requires no setup

47 $During the approval process on a placement portal, if a student's portfolio link shows a '500 Internal Server Error', what does this indicate?$

A.

The page is missing

B.

There is a server-side error with the hosting provider or code

C.

The user is banned

D.

The internet is disconnected

48 $Why is it important to check your portfolio on different browsers (Chrome, Safari, Edge)?$

A.

To increase web traffic

B.

To ensure cross-browser compatibility and consistent rendering

C.

To update the browser version

D.

To clear cookies

49 $In CV Mapping, what is the 'KEY' to passing the initial screening?$

A.

Using colorful fonts

B.

Keyword Optimization matching the JD

C.

Including a photo

D.

Writing a 4-page cover letter

50 $Which platform is most closely associated with 'Static Site Generation' and the Jamstack architecture?$

A.

Wix

B.

WordPress

C.

Netlify

D.

PowerPoint

Unit 1 - Practice Quiz