Quizzes – DysInEduProWork

We present you a self-assessment tool for job search focusing on the job search process, such as creating a cover letter and resume, how to succeed in job interviews, and others. It is a way for you to check your skills and knowledge and to learn new things about the process of searching for a job.

Self-assesment tool

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The use of digital tools for job search is effective when:

A person spends several hours a day doing it.

There is a lot of labour demand on the web.

Specific keywords are identified and used in the search.

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When creating a profile on job-search platforms, it is important to avoid:

Highlighting both job-specific and transferable skills.

Emphasising negative experiences, more than the positive.

Adding contact information such as e-mail address or phone number.

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When creating a profile on job-search platforms, it is important to:

Write a long text of self-presentation, with as much information as possible.

Prioritise and summarise the most relevant information schematically.

Give just essential information and not waste too much time on it.

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Which of these platforms focus on job-related topics?

Indeed, LinkedIn.

DuoLingo, TikTok.

LinkedIn, WhatsApp.

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Which of these online platforms were created to support job search?

ESCO, Europass, Temu

Canva, Europass, Prezi

ESCO, EURES, Europass

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How to speak about previous job experiences?

Talk about what you learned without emphasising the negatives.

Say what you didn’t like, in order to let the new employers know what they shouldn’t do.

Say that your previous job experiences didn’t offer you anything and new job will.

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Is it appropriate to send emails to the interviewer after the interview?

Yes, it is obligatory.

It is optional, but it could make a good impression.

No, it is inappropriate to bother the interviewer after the interview.

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Should you ask questions to the interviewer?

You should ask only one question, at the end.

You should ask 3-4 questions, in order to show to the interviewer that you are interested in the company and the team.

No, you should not ask any questions, because you are going to be annoying.

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What should you do during the interview?

Talk about how your qualifications match the need of the company.

Stay humble and don’t try to “sell” yourself.

Mention false qualities about yourself, in order to gain the favour of the interviewer.

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When does the introduction phase of the interview start?

When you meet the managers.

When you start to talk with the interviewer.

The moment you arrive at the building where the interview takes place.

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What is a cover letter?

A cover letter enhances a job application by highlighting your qualifications and demonstrating how you are the right fit for a company.

A letter signaling the intention to leave a position, specifying the last working day and sometimes giving a brief explanation for departure.

A letter detailing your past roles, experience, and essential information such as educational background.

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Can the employer ask about your health problems?

No, never.

Yes, but only if it’s needed to decide if you can perform specific duties.

Yes, always.

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Why do you need a Resume/CV?

A CV is needed to provide an in-depth overview of your life experience and to explain to an employer why you should be hired.

You should supply a Resume/CV so that the employer can easily review the most relevant information about your previous work experience, education history and personal achievements.

A CV is to show the employer an expression of interest in applying for the role.

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What is a Resume/CV?

A short-written summary of a person's career, qualifications, and education.

A summary of jobs that you wish to apply for.

A short list of reasons as to why you wish to work for the role you are applying for.

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Why do you need to provide a cover letter?

You will never need a cover letter when applying for a new position because your CV is all the employers will read.

To show all employers how your experience and life journey is suitable for any job.

To showcase the information on your CV effectively and tailor your experience and life journey to the job position you are applying for, showcasing you as the top candidate.

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What should you include when writing a cover letter?

Describe how the position you are applying for could be disadvantageous to you.

Highlight your enthusiasm for the position, how your experience enhances your ability to work in the position and your reasons for applying.

Include as much detail about yourself as possible so the employer knows everything about your personal life.

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Which of the following might affect your interview in a negative way?

To be there 10 minutes before your appointment.

You have no references.

If you ask about the salary.

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What is important when asking for specific adaptations?

Ask for the adaptations indicated in official guidelines, even if personally you do not feel like you need them.

Take into account your individual needs.

Nothing, you should never ask for them.

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Can people with Specific Learning Disorders be successful in their careers?

Yes, and they don’t need any adaptations to achieve that.

No, never.

Yes, but multiple factors make it difficult. This is not only due to their own learning difficulties but also discrimination and a lack of adaptations.

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Specific adaptations in the workplace are:

Something people with disabilities have a right to, even though many employers fail to respect it.

A special privilege, a nice addition but not a necessary thing.

A harmful practice that only makes people believe people with SLDs cannot work as everyone else.

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Do you have a responsibility to tell your employer about your disabilities?

No, if you don’t feel comfortable, you do not have to disclose.

Yes, you are legally required to tell your employer about it.

Yes, it is always wrong to hide your disability, even if it’s not illegal.

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Why are transferable skills important in today's world of work?

They are only necessary for entry-level positions

They help individuals adapt to changing roles and industries

They are only relevant when working in a single industry

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Which of the following best defines transferable skills in the context of the world of work?

Skills that are only useful in one specific job

Skills that can be transferred from one job or industry to another

Skills that are only developed through formal education

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Where can you find support offline during your job search?

Online job boards only

Job Advisors who may have titles like Career Guidance Counsellors

Financial advisors

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What is important to assess before beginning your job search to ensure you find a suitable work environment?

The salary range of potential jobs

Your social media presence

Your needs, priorities, and preferences in a workplace, such as working hours and remote or in-person work

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What is the best first step in starting a job search?

Updating your CV

Identifying careers that resonate with your values and needs

Applying to multiple job postings

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Job selection tool

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What motivates you the most?

Curiosity - I want to investigate and discover new things.

Empathy - meeting the people I’m helping is the most important.

Satisfaction from finished tasks - I need to see the physical result of what I’m working on.

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If you have to take on a task that’s new to you, what do you do?

If I have a possibility, I will find someone who already knows how to do it. Later, I can help them with something else that I’m good at.

I will read about it and find out how to do it. I will get it done, plus I get a new skill.

I take a practical approach and choose a way that will lead to the best results with the least effort.

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How easily can you research a topic?

I like gathering information; using charts and data, or deep diving for answers.

I can do it, but I prefer not to waste time on too much research.

I prefer to learn from other people than researching the topic independently.

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Which end of the sentence sounds the most accurate to you?

When I find a new hobby, I start with…

…spending hours on the internet, learning about it.

…going straight to trying it in practice, even if I have little theoretical knowledge about it.

…finding a community to enjoy my passion together with other people.

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How do you deal with work that requires a lot of attention?

I treat it as a chance to learn. I like to challenge myself and improve.

I search for the most efficient and practical way to do it.

I'm trying to find something interesting in it and I'm looking for new ways of doing it to avoid getting bored.

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How do you cope with an unexpected task?

I’ll do my best to get the job done.

I will modify my plans so that it's not necessary to do it.

I don't like it. Doing a good job takes time and preparation.

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If a problem occurs in a project, how will you deal with it?

I’ll try to solve it, and if it is impossible to solve, I’ll begin the project from the start.

I will find a good solution, even if it's an unexpected one.

I will ask a colleague to deal with the problem.

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Is it easy for you to respect the deadlines?

Yes, I perform well under a pressure of time.

I can do it, but I prefer to have a lot of time to investigate before I start working, to really get the task right.

No, I want to be flexible and work on my own schedule.

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How well can you communicate your thoughts, feelings and opinions to others?

I usually have a lot of ideas so tend to go off topic. Because of that, I find it difficult to share my thoughts, feelings and opinions with others.

I can get my message across in a short form, especially on practical topics.

I can effectively communicate my thoughts, feelings and opinions to others in different settings and I can adapt my style of communication depending on the situation.

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How do you handle conflict in a team-setting?

I actively support my team to reach a resolution by hearing both sides of the disagreement and finding a compromise to both positions.

I have a practical approach to conflicts. I start with fixing a problem that started it.

I often come up with unexpected solutions to the conflict.

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Which sentence sounds the most accurate to you:

When working as part of a team you..

… enjoy collaborating with others, sharing ideas and working towards a common goal.

…. prefer to work independently, but if you are in a team, you would rather work in small groups to really get to the bottom of the task.

….. treat it as an occasion to brainstorm ideas and be creative.

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How well do you listen to others?

I am a good listener. I always make an effort to engage with the speaker by focusing on what they are saying and understanding their perspective. I am often very empathetic towards others.

I sometimes struggle with it, because I have too many ideas. I could improve my listening skills by focusing better on what people are saying.

No, I prefer action over talking, and I can be impatient sometimes.

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What are the features you value the most in performing tasks?

Quality and precision.

Working with people and helping others.

Flexibility and inventiveness.

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You tend to prefer teamwork when:

It is quick and effective, even if this means that only one person takes the lead and sets a precise direction for everyone.

You can exchange thoughts about the topic of discussion.

Everyone is free to express opinions freely and decisions are taken jointly, based on all ideas that emerged.

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In your ideal job, would you like to be given systematic and repetitive tasks?

Yes, clear and systematic tasks help me focus.

I can do it, as long as I work with others.

No, I don’t like this kind of task. I will always find soemthing more interesting to do.

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When someone gives you a task, the first thing you usually do is:

Talk about it with my colleagues.

Get to know more specifics on the expected outcome.

Think of different possible ways to perform it.

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