EMPLOYABILITY SKILL Module 1 : Basic Career Skills

Question 1 of 25

Pooja is applying for a Motor Mechanics position in an automobile company. What should she include in her cover letter?

Her hobbies - cooking, gardening

Salary expectations

Reasons why she is suitable for the role

Education details

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Question 2 of 25

What is formal communication?

Casual chatting on social media

Official communication following a set of rules

All written communication

Talking with friends and family

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Question 3 of 25

You are at work, and a coworker asks for your support/help with a task. How would you respond informally?

"Sure, I can help. What do you need?"

"I can help, but seriously, you don’t even know this much? What’s the problem?"

"Could you please submit a formal request via email?"

"I am too busy right now. Ask someone else."

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Question 4 of 25

Which of the following is NOT needed for teamwork?

Conflict and argument

Trust

Division of work

Healthy communication

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Question 5 of 25

Which of the following is a formal introduction in a job interview?

"Yo, I’m Parmeet. Let’s get started!"

"Good morning/afternoon. I am Parmeet and I want to thank you for considering me for this role."

"Hey there! I’m Parmeet, nice to meet you!"

"Hi, I’m Parmeet. Thanks for having me!"

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Question 6 of 25

During a job interview, Ramesh is asked to describe his top three strengths. Which of the following responses shows good formal communication?

"My top three skills are problem-solving, teamwork, and attention to detail."

"Uh, I guess I can do a little bit of everything."

"I don’t know, I never really thought about it."

"I’m pretty good at a lot of things."

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Question 7 of 25

To apply for a job, what is the next step after making an impactful resume?

Applying for the job

Preparing for interview

Sending the resume to the employer

Writing an impressive cover letter

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Question 8 of 25

Which of the following are included in a resume?

Childhood memories, dreams, and aspirations

Contact information, educational details, skills and work experience

Daily routine, favorite movies, and vacation plans

Hobbies, favorite foods, and personal interests

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Question 9 of 25

Christy is working at her desk. Which of the following behaviors is inappropriate in the workplace?

Focus on tasks and avoid distractions from phone

Maintain a clean workspace

Continuously check her phone and respond to messages

Speak in a polite and clear manner

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Question 10 of 25

10.

Ravi is working on a project with two other teammates. Which of these make him a good team player?

Getting angry when others don’t listen

Sharing ideas to help the team work faster

Thinking he can never make a mistake

Not listening to his teammates' ideas and opinions

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Question 11 of 25

11.

What is “informal communication”?

Official communication following a set of rules

Casual conversations outside of official work arrangements

All verbal communication

Talking at official meetings

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Question 12 of 25

12.

Which of the following are some informal situations within the workplace?

Drinking water near the water cooler

Having a meal in the canteen/cafeteria

All of these

Waiting or walking in the lobby/hallways

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Question 13 of 25

13.

Which of the following actions by Aisha during the team meeting show appropriate workplace etiquette?

Listen to the gossip

Put her phone on silent mode and actively participate in the discussion

Interrupt the speaker to share her thoughts

Tap repeatedly on the desk

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Question 14 of 25

14.

You have started a new job at a company. During lunch break, you notice some coworkers chatting. How would you start an informal conversation with them?

Ignore them and have your meal

Ask about the TV shows/sports they like to watch/books they like to read or their weekend plans

Introduce yourself formally and inquire about their roles in the company

Ask about their salary

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Question 15 of 25

15.

Your team has completed a challenging project successfully. How should you celebrate the success?

Thank everyone in your group for helping.

Blame the group for any errors.

Don’t celebrate and start the next job.

Say you did everything and don’t praise others.

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Question 16 of 25

16.

What is an example of formal written communication?

Sending a WhatsApp message

Writing an email to your manager

Texting a friend

Posting on social media platforms

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Question 17 of 25

17.

What are some advantages of informal communication at the workplace?

Creates a strict environment at work

Helps people work together better

Makes people talk less

Makes things more official at work

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Question 18 of 25

18.

Pranav is working on his resume. While reviewing his resume, what should Pranav keep in mind?

Highlight skills and qualifications that match the job

All of these

Ensure that the information provided is correct

Check for spelling and grammar mistakes

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Question 19 of 25

19.

Which of the following is considered appropriate workplace behavior?

Being late to work regularly

Maintaining a clean workspace

Talking loudly on the phone

Interrupting others during meetings

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Question 20 of 25

20.

Which of the following statements shows good teamwork?

Keeping all ideas to yourself

Ignoring others’ ideas and opinions

Working together towards a common goal

Criticizing teammates’ efforts

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Question 21 of 25

21.

Raghav is applying for a job at a marketing firm. What will make his cover letter easy to read?

Increasing the font size

Dividing the text into shorter paragraphs

Long descriptions

All of these

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Question 22 of 25

22.

During a job interview, if you couldn’t hear or understand a question, what would you say?

"Hey, can you repeat that? I wasn’t paying attention."

"Speak clearly and repeat the question."

"I am lost. Can you say it again?"

"Sorry! I didn’t understand. Could you please repeat the question?"

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Question 23 of 25

23.

What is workplace etiquette?

None of these

Everyday manners outside of work

Proper behavior in the workplace based on respect and professionalism

Casual behavior with colleagues

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Question 24 of 25

24.

During a lunch break, Arjun overhears his coworkers gossiping about another coworker. What should Arjun do?

Ignore them and have your meal

Tell his coworkers that gossiping is inappropriate workplace behaviour

Join the conversation and share his own opinion about the coworker

Tell another coworker about the gossip

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Question 25 of 25

25.

During a group project, one of your teammates is struggling to complete their assigned task. What should you do?

Offer to help and support them to complete their task

Ignore their struggle and focus on your own tasks

Criticize them for not being efficient

Complain to the teacher about their lack of contribution

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