SkillsUSA: Study Guide

SkillsUSA: Study Guide A written list of the order of business that will take place during the meeting, is known as a/an - ANS - agenda When completing the past employment section on an application, in what order shou ...

SkillsUSA: Study Guide A written list of the order of business that will take place during the meeting, is known as a/an - ANS - agenda When completing the past employment section on an application, in what order should jobs be listed? - ANS - start with current or most recent job The SkillsUSA officer whose actions are key to success of the entire SkillsUSA chapter is the - ANS - president Which of the following is a good behavior to show during an interview? a. nail biting b. unusual, memorable clothing c. smiling d. expressing you personal opinion on politics, social issues, and religion - ANS - c. smiling Which of the following is a collection of work representing education, self-development, and career information? a. job application b. reward c. portfolio d. resume - ANS - c. portfolio The orbital circles of the SkillsUSA emblem represent - ANS - technology The official SkillsUSA colors are - ANS - red, white, gold, blue What type of stress could lead to physical or emotional problems? - ANS - excessive As a committee you are responsible for - ANS - treating other people'd opinions and ideas with respect, expressing ideas, keeping an open mind The SkillsUSA Motto is - ANS - Preparing for Leadership in the World of Work A good goal statement has how many parts? - ANS - three Which of the following statements would not be appropriate to ask during a job interview? a. How much are you paying now? b. What kind of skills and experiences would I need to work here? c. Will there be openings for the job type I'm seeking here in about % years? d. What additional training should I consider? - ANS - a. How much are you paying now? According to the leadership handbook, a public speech should have three basic parts: - ANS - introduction, body, closing Which of the following refers to the mixing and blending of many people from different cultures who are involved in a like activity or setting? - ANS - cultural diversity The officer responsible for presiding over meetings is: - ANS - president Which of the following is a good basic rule of a business meeting? a. distribute an agenda b. allow participants to conduct conversions among themselves c. handle all questions individually after the meeting d. avoid visual or printed support materials - ANS - a. distribute an agenda Which of the following is not a benefit of doing a community service project? a. satisfaction providing needed help some individual or cause b. valuable training in leadership or job-related skills c. opportunity to earn extra money d. opportunity to do what you enjoy for a good cause - ANS - c. opportunity to earn extra money The purpose of the SkillsUSA are symbolized by the - ANS - emblem One way to help you identify effective work skills and behaviors is to do which of the following with someone employed in your perspective occupation? - ANS - job shadow Which of the following is not a benefit of professional development activities? a. learning to work with others b. learning more about the job market in your chosen field c. learning "survivor" strategies of undercutting team members and winning special opportunities d. learning how to handle yourself in social situations - ANS - c. learning "survivor" strategies of undercutting team members and winning special opportunities Which of the following is an example of cultural diversity? a. different rules for interaction between men and women b. the desire for meaningful well-paid employment c. a belief in the importance of individual dignity d. a preference for science-related jobs - ANS - a. different rules for interaction between men and women The appearance that a young professional should present is: - ANS - neat, well-groomed, clean It is healthy to balance your time between: - ANS - Leisure activities, work activities "To create enthusiasm for learning" is part of the - ANS - SkillsUSA Purposes Job shadowing means - ANS - Observing a respected person on the job When delivering a speech, do not: - ANS - talk fast Which of the following journals is a publication directly related to a profession? a. sports b. Wall Street c. literature d. professional - ANS - d. professional There are how many points to the SkillsUSA Creed? - ANS - six Official SkillsUSA dress always includes - ANS - A SkillsUSA Blazer, Sweater, or Windbreaker The SkillsUSA Creed includes - ANS - high moral and spiritual standards Motivating factors can be - ANS - internal or external The purposes of SkillsUSA include - ANS - creating enthusiasm for learning, fostering a deep respect for the dignity of work, helping students attain a purposeful life As part of the SkillsUSA emblem, what do the "hands" represent? - ANS - the individual The treasurer's duties include: - ANS - assisting the president and other officers in setting up an annual chapter budget A leader motivates others and makes others want to join an endeavor. To become a good leader you must: - ANS - be willing to accept responsibility What does the Shield represent on the SkillsUSA emblem? - ANS - patriotism When seeking employment you should - ANS - Know what the company does, know the name of the person you are meeting, and have an appointment in advance The symbol of the emblem that represents the industrial society is - ANS - the gear Which one is a false parliamentary procedure rule? - ANS - the decision of the minority of members must be followed Which of the following are part of the SkillsUSA creed? a. dignity of work b. The American Way of Life c. education d. all of the above - ANS - d. all of the above Which of the following would not normally be found in a trade journal? a. listings of trade shows or educational seminars related to your trade b. articles by experts in the field c. short stories written by novelists from selected entertainment sectors d. new concepts, trends, products and equipment in your occupational field - ANS - c. short stories written by novelists from selected entertainment sectors When applying for a job, the first step is filling out a/an - ANS - job application What does the color blue represent in the SkillsUSA emblem? - ANS - the common union of the states and chapters To make a motion at a meeting, you must state your motion by saying - ANS - "I move that" The SkillsUSA officer responsible for presiding over and conducting meetings in the absence of the president is the - ANS - vice president