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- 1. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of the Fair Labor Standard Act?
Establishes work and wage rules in the US
Establishes work and wage rules globally
Establishes work and wage rules only for minors
Establishes work and wage rules only workers over the age of 18
- 2. Multiple Choice
One purpose of FLSA child labor provisions is to generally:
Prohibit minors from working anywhere.
Prohibit minors from hazardous jobs
Prohibit parents from hiring their own children
Prohibit minors from working on farms.
- 3. Multiple Choice
According to the Fair Labor Standard Act, which minor age group can have a manufacturing job if it is non-hazardous?
Under 14 years old
14 and 15 years old
16 and 17 years old
- 4. Multiple Choice
Why are employment and age certificates typically required?
They let schools know the minor is working
They protect employers from hiring someone that is too young.
They indicate the minor has the proper training to work.
They guarantee the minor will be hired.
- 5. Multiple Choice
For what reason may an employer legally NOT hire an applicant?
The applicant has a disability.
The applicant's nationality is not American.
The applicant is over 55 years of age.
The applicant is not able to do the job or meet the hours required by the job.
- 6. Multiple Choice
What is the current minimum wage set by the Fair Labor Standard Act?
5.75
7.25
7.75
8.00
- 7. Multiple Choice
In the United States, what age is generally defined as a minor?
Under 18
Under 16
Under 15
Under 21
- 8. Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements is true about work hour regulations for 14 and 15-year-olds?
They can work up to 5 hours during school days
They can work until 10 p.m. during the summer
They can work up to 40 hours during a non-school week
They can only work outside school hours
- 9. Multiple Choice
Which type of laws are passed by Congress and affect all states?
State Laws
Federal Laws
- 10. Multiple Choice
According to the Fair Labor Standard Act, do 16 or 17-years-olds have any work hour restrictions on the number of hours they can work?
Yes
No
- 11. Multiple Choice
What should you do if you do not have the experience required for the job you want?
Convince yourself that you will never achieve your goals
Call the hiring manager and tell him or her why you would do a good job, despite your lack of experience
Work in a related, but lower-level, job
Apply for the job anyway. Maybe you'll be lucky!
- 12. Multiple Choice
Under the Fair Labor Standard Act, what is the minimum employment age?
12
14
16
18
- 13. Multiple Choice
Which of the following documents highlights an applicant's qualifications for employment?
Resume
Acknowledgement
References
Application
- 14. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is true of resumes?
An objective tells an employer what the applicant learned in school
A resume is not necessary if you completed an application.
A personal cover letter should be included with a resume.
The formats of electronic and hard copy resumes are the same
- 15. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a person who can speak positively about an applicant?
An acknowledgment
. A family member
A resume
A reference
- 16. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a form on which an applicant provides information about his or her experience and education?
An application
An interview
A follow-up letter
A cover letter
- 17. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is true of applications for employment?
The form will ask if an applicant can legally work in the United States
List talents that are not job-related, as the hiring manager might think you are an interesting person.
Completing an application is a guarantee of employment
List your work experience with your current job last and your earliest job first
- 18. Multiple Choice
What type of resume is suitable for people who are just entering the workforce?
Contemporary
Chronological
Entry-level
Professional
- 19. Multiple Choice
When should the effective date of resignation be?
At least two weeks from the date of the letter of resignation
At least one week from the date of the letter of resignation
At least one month from the date of the letter of resignation
At least two days from the date of the letter of resignation
- 20. Multiple Choice
What is it called when an employer and an applicant meet to discuss the job opening?
An application
A resume
A interview
A cover letter
- 21. Multiple Choice
When should an applicant arrive for an interview?
5 minutes late because things always run late
20 minutes early
10 minutes early
At the scheduled time
- 22. Multiple Choice
Which of these questions should an applicant NOT ask an interviewer during a first interview for a job?
How many sick days would I have?
What type of training will I receive once I am hired?
Are there opportunities to advance to higher-level jobs?
When will you make your decision?
- 23. Multiple Choice
Which of these questions is an opportunity for you to talk about your knowledge and skills?
What do you think you can bring to our team?
Can you tell me a little about yourself?
What kind of work atmosphere are you looking for?
All of the above
- 24. Multiple Choice
In addition to a hard copy of the resume and references, what documentation should an applicant bring to an interview?
Tax forms from the previous year
Any credentials such as certificates and licenses
Annual reviews from previous employers
Sporting awards
- 25. Multiple Choice
What must a letter of resignation include?
The problems you had while working there
A reason for the resignation
The effective date of resignation
Positive aspects of working for the employer
- 26. Multiple Choice
What kind of letter should an applicant send an interviewer after an interview?
A follow-up letter
A cover letter
A resignation letter
An interview letter
- 27. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT correct behavior for an interview?
Saying you need a moment to think before answering a question
Dressing neatly and conservatively
Chewing gum to freshen your breath
Asking questions about the duties of the job
- 28. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is true of follow-up letters?
The letter should be at least one full page, but preferably two pages
The letter should emphasize why you are the best person for the job.
The last paragraph should state the job opening and when the interview took place
The letter should be sent within 48 hours of the interview
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