1 RC How Do I Create a Resume

1_RC (A) How do I create a resume? True-False Questionnaire (CLB 6)

Answer Key

1. Chronological resumes are best used if you have some post-secondary education or a degree. (False)

2. Chronological resumes are best used if you have several years of work experience in your field of work. (True)

3. It is important to create your resume for the specific type of job you are seeking, and not use the same resume for each job you apply for. (True)

4. Normally Canadian resumes will include the names and contact information of 2 job references on the last page of the resume. (False)

5. Employment Resource Centres offer free services and their staff will help you create and/or review your resume. (True)

6. A functional resume always lists your qualifications first, starting with your most recent professional or academic accreditation. (True)

7. Recent graduates who do not have a lot of work experience often create a functional resume. (True)

8. Employment Resource Centres have computers available for free to write your resume and search for a job. (True)

9. In Canada, it is common to put your photo and year of birth at the top of your resume. (False)

10. It is common in Canada to attach photocopies of your licenses, diplomas, or degrees to your resume. (False)

11. It is advisable to describe your “Job Objective” at the top of a functional or chronological resume. (True)

12. You should list your professional accomplishments on your functional resume. (True)

1 13. It is advisable to spell-check and grammar-check your resume before sending it out to potential employers. Having an employment counsellor or job search instructor read over your resume is also recommended. (True)

14. It’s acceptable to exaggerate an academic accreditation or award to enhance your resume. (False)

15. A cover letter should always be sent with your resume to a prospective employer. (True)