practice test bank questions, final exam : Your Career How To Make It Happen - Harwood -9e- [2026 Semester]

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True / False

1. A Job Search Journey is once in a lifetime event that cannot be repeated.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1

2. You should write yоur resume in Phase One of your Jоb Search Journey, Prepare for the Journey.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1

3. Your Career Builder Files contain both documents that you сreate and documents from other sources.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 2

4. The most successful job seekеrs spend all their time looking for jobs, not keeping records of their job search activities.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 2

5. Because your goals are personal, you should not tell anyone what they are.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 3

6. Only long-term goals need to be in writing.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 3
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Multiрle Choice

7. In which phase of the Jоb Search Journey would you network with others to find job openings?
a. Prepare for the Journey
b. Create Your Resume
c. Apply for Jobs
d. Shine at Interviews
e. Connect, Accept, and Succeed
ANSWER: c
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1

8. When looking for a job that is a best fit for my career, the most important thing to consider is which job:
a. pays the most, including wages and benefits.
b. is the best match with your skills, strengths, and interests.
c. will help you make the leap to the next job level at this or another company.
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1

9. Your Job Search Journey can be exciting because:
a. there may be more job options available to you than you realize right now.
b. completing the journey quickly might help you get a good grade for this course.
c. taking a vacation trip will be something you can do once you have a good job.
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1

10. A ___ involves performing a designated sеt of responsibilities and duties for a specific employer.
a. job
b. career
c. both a and b
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1

11. After interviewing for a job:
a. that is the end of the process, except for waiting patiently for the interviewer to contact you.
b. stay connected to the people and the company where you interviewed.
c. if you get the job, start planning how to succeed at work.
d. both b and c
ANSWER: d
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POINTS: 1
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12. The section of your Career Builder Files that contains documents that you will share with others, especially during
interviews, is called:
a. About You
b. About Jobs
c. Final Portfolio
ANSWER: c
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 2

13. The About You section of your Career Builder Files сould contain which group of documents?
a. Your draft job application, military records if applicable, your final resume
b. Samples of your work, proof of identity, Career Action Worksheets from this textbook
c. List of jobs you can apply for, a list of companies in your career field, your network contacts
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 2

14. Which of the fоllowing should you include in your Master Career Portfolio?
a. School transcripts
b. Your resume
c. A list of references
d. Awards
e. All of the above
ANSWER: e
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 2

15. What systems сan you use to organize your job search?
a. A file folder or a binder with tabs to hold all printed documents and notes
b. An online digital notebook or file-organizing website, software, or app, if you have regular Internet access
c. An email system that has folders and a calendar, but only if you use a professional username for the account
d. All of the above
e. a and c only
ANSWER: d
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 2

16. A SMART goal is:
a. one that you can achieve in a short period of time.
b. a goal that is specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time sensitive.
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c. a long-term goal, like getting a degree, with lots of smaller steps such as completing certain courses.
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 3

17. Having a pоsitive outlook can affect your:
a. performance.
b. confidence.
c. health.
d. energy level.
e. all of the above
ANSWER: e
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 3

18. Being proactive means:
a. focusing on solving problems and taking responsibility.
b. being physically active to stay healthy and mentally alert.
c. actively talking to others about your problems, while avoiding difficult situations.
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 3

19. What are some ways to manage your time?
a. Plan ahead to avoid doing things at the last minute.
b. Break large projects into small, manageable steps.
c. Use a calendar or daily planner.
d. All of the above
ANSWER: d
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 3

20. Short-term goals are:
a. goals you want to meet relatively quickly.
b. steps you need to take to meet your long-term goals.
c. ambitious goals
d. both a and b
ANSWER: d
POINTS: 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 3

21. Defining your goals in writing:

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