Resume Writing and Cover Letter Essentials Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of a resume?

  • To provide a detailed account of work experience
  • To list academic qualifications only
  • To introduce the job applicant to potential employers (correct)
  • To explain reasons for leaving previous jobs

What is the traditional document expected from British job applicants?

  • Cover Letter
  • Chronological Resume
  • CV (curriculum vitae) (correct)
  • Functional Resume

What is the recommended length for an American resume according to job coaches?

  • As long as necessary to include all details
  • Five to six pages
  • Three to four pages
  • One or two pages (correct)

What are the different types of resumes mentioned in the text?

<p>Chronological, functional, and combination (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are resumes typically sent in modern times?

<p>By email (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration of partnership building with local groups in community action?

<p>Working together in planning and addressing concerns (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the stages involved in building partnership as mentioned in the text?

<p>Formative, normalizing, storming, and performing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a Community Profile include?

<p>Information about the area, resources and needs of the community, member involvement, and action plan preparation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does one gather information about potential partners for community action?

<p>Through media, casual conversation, interview, or phone surveys (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall aim of Community Action as mentioned in the text?

<p>To mobilize and empower communities in delivering basic local services (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Resume Purpose

Introduce a job applicant to potential employers.

British Job Application

Curriculum Vitae (CV).

American Resume Length

One or two pages.

Resume Types

Chronological, functional, and combination.

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Modern Resume Delivery

Email.

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Partnership Building Goal

Working together on planning and addressing local concerns.

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Partnership Stages

Formative, normalizing, storming, performing.

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Community Profile Content

Area info, community needs, member involvement, and action plan.

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Finding Partners

Media, conversation, interviews, surveys.

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Community Action Aim

Empowering communities to provide basic services.

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Study Notes

Resume Purpose and Types

  • The primary purpose of a resume is to showcase a candidate's skills, experience, and education to potential employers.
  • In the UK, the traditional document expected from job applicants is a CV (Curriculum Vitae).
  • According to job coaches, the recommended length for an American resume is typically one to two pages.

Resume Distribution

  • In modern times, resumes are typically sent electronically, such as through email or online job portals.

Community Action and Partnership Building

  • The primary consideration of partnership building with local groups in community action is to develop collaborative relationships that benefit the community.
  • The stages involved in building partnership include identifying potential partners, initiating contact, and establishing a partnership agreement.
  • A Community Profile includes information about the community's demographics, needs, and resources.

Partner Identification and Community Action

  • Information about potential partners for community action can be gathered through research, interviews, and community outreach.
  • The overall aim of Community Action is to bring about positive change and improvement in the community by working together with local partners and stakeholders.

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Test your knowledge of resume writing and application letters with this quiz. Learn about the essential components of a persuasive resume and cover letter, and understand how to effectively showcase your skills and qualifications to potential employers.

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