True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or
false.
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There are always good jobs available for everyone who is willing to search them
out.
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2.
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A work history may include changes to entirely different occupations and
jobs.
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3.
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There are many different paths to a stable job.
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4.
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Being “self-directed” means that you depend on others for advice and
direction.
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5.
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Advancing in a career sometimes involves taking risks.
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6.
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Most successful adults started their careers with good jobs.
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7.
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Getting hired is the most difficult part of working; keeping the job is
relatively easy.
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8.
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The demand for round-the-clock shift workers has increased significantly in the
last few decades.
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9.
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Part of your preparation for a career should include planning for change.
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10.
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The occupation of computer repair technician is becoming obsolete.
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Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the
statement or answers the question.
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A stable job is one that
a. | you consider to be permanent. | b. | may last for several years. | c. | adapts to
change. | d. | all of the above. |
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A work history includes
a. | all jobs held following high school. | b. | all jobs held more than six
months. | c. | all jobs held during your working life. | d. | all professional
level jobs. |
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13.
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Which of the following occupations would most likely lead to a stable
job?
a. | baby sitter | b. | medical secretary | c. | lifeguard | d. | fast-food
worker |
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14.
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A student who enrolls in a cooperative education program is showing evidence
of
a. | self-esteem. | b. | self-respect. | c. | self-direction. | d. | self-satisfaction. |
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a job?
a. | A job is a way to learn occupational skills. | b. | A job is a way to
instant wealth and happiness. | c. | A job is a way to gain work
experience. | d. | A job is way to begin a work history. |
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16.
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Which of the following occupations was created as a result of technology?
a. | engineer | b. | actor | c. | prison
guard | d. | farmer |
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Technology and change result in
a. | the creation of jobs. | b. | the need for retraining. | c. | the elimination of
jobs. | d. | all of these |
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18.
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A student who is performing poorly in high school should consider doing the
following, EXCEPT
a. | change habits and attitudes. | b. | wait until after high school to start
over. | c. | learn how to use a computer. | d. | enroll in work experience
education. |
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19.
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Which of the following conclusions could be drawn from examining a number of
different work histories?
a. | Some people never achieve a stable job. | b. | Males are more
likely to have stable jobs than females. | c. | A work history always has an orderly
pattern. | d. | A work history is limited to jobs in the same
occupation. |
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20.
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To put yourself in a position for promotion, you may need to
a. | get a new wardrobe. | b. | work more overtime. | c. | get more education
and training. | d. | change your personality. |
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Short Answer
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21.
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Describe three different work experience education programs.
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22.
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Describe four benefits of work experience programs.
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