Skills USA- Sample Professional Development Test

studied byStudied by 3 people
5.0(1)
Get a hint
Hint

When assembling your portfolio for employment in your profession, what should be included?

1 / 83

flashcard set

Earn XP

Description and Tags

84 Terms

1

When assembling your portfolio for employment in your profession, what should be included?

resume and letter of recommendation

New cards
2

As a committee member, what are you responsible for?

(1) treating other people's opinions and ideas with respect, (2) expressing ideas, (3) keeping an open mind

New cards
3

A good goal statement usually has how many parts?

three

New cards
4

What is a basic rule of business meetings?

each member may express opinions

New cards
5

When making introductions...

adult men are introduced to adult women

New cards
6

It is healthy to balance your time between what?

(1) leisure activities and work activities, (2) your family and day-to-day activities

New cards
7

The words "foster" and "create" can be found in the:

SkillsUSA Purposes

New cards
8

"Preparing for Leadership in the World of Work" is:

the SkillsUSA Motto

New cards
9

"I Believe in the American Way of Life" is part of the:

SkillsUSA Creed

New cards
10

What color represents the individual, which is the most important element of SkillsUSA?

gold

New cards
11

In what year was VICA found?

1965

New cards
12

The color blue represents the:

common union of the states and chapters

New cards
13

"To create enthusiasm for learning" is part of the:

SkillsUSA Purposes

New cards
14

The officer responsible for preparing minutes is:

the secretary

New cards
15

The officer responsible for presiding over meetings is:

the president

New cards
16

Which officer is the authority on procedural matters?

parliamentarian

New cards
17

The SkillsUSA Creed includes:

high moral and spiritual standards

New cards
18

Which colors of SkillUSA represent the individual state and chapters?

red and white

New cards
19

Who do you want to write letters of reference?

teachers, mentors, supervisors, and employers

New cards
20

One way to help you identify effective work skills and behaviors is to ___ someone employed in your perspective occupation.

shadow

New cards
21

Communication skills include ___, ___, and writing.

speaking, listening

New cards
22

___ setting is an important factor in being successful.

goal

New cards
23

Who decides ultimately whether you succeed or fail?

you

New cards
24

The official SkillsUSA dress includes:

black skirt or black slacks, white dress shirt, white dress socks

New cards
25

___ refers to the mixing and blending of many people from different cultures who are involved in a like activity or setting.

cultural diversity

New cards
26

A ___ is a collection of a work representing education, self-development and career information.

portfolio

New cards
27

What does the acronym PDP stand for?

Professional Development Program

New cards
28

A group of people joined in a cooperative activity is defined as a/an ___.

team

New cards
29

Receiving all chapter funds in a safe and businesslike manner and maintaining a record of all income and expenses is the job of the ___.

treasurer

New cards
30

As part of the SkillsUSA emblem, what does the "hands" represent?

the individual

New cards
31

Remember, you never get a second chance to make a ___ impression.

first

New cards
32

job shadow

observing a respected person on the job

New cards
33

A method of creating a lot of ideas in a short period of time and expanding your think is called ___.

brainstorming

New cards
34

Professional development activities assist students in making a smooth transition from education into the ___.

world of work

New cards
35

Business meetings represent ___ in action.

democracy

New cards
36

What are three parliamentary procedure rules?

(1) one person presides to enforce the rules, (2) only on question (subject) can be discussed at a time, (3) each member should have an opportunity to express an idea or opinion

New cards
37

A written list of the order of business that will take place during the meeting, is known as a/an ___.

agenda

New cards
38

Develop a ___handshake so a person's first impression of you will be a good one.

firm

New cards
39

When completing the past employment section on an application, in what order should jobs be listed?

start with your current or most recent job

New cards
40

Taking hotel "souvenirs" such as ashtrays, towels, and glasses is ___.

stealing

New cards
41

What would normally be found in a trade journal?

(1) listings of trade shows or educational seminars related to your trade, (2) articles by experts in the field, (3) new concepts, trends, products, and equipment in your occupational field

New cards
42

Filling out a/an ___ is often the first step when applying for a job.

job application

New cards
43

What color of pen should be used when filling out a job application?

blue or black

New cards
44

To make a motion at a meeting, you must state your motion by saying:

"I move that"

New cards
45

The SkillsUSA officer responsible for presiding over and conducting meetings in the absence of the president is the ___.

vice president

New cards
46

The vice president's job includes the following:

(1) responsible for program planning, (2) prepares a year-end report, (3) secures guest speakers

New cards
47

When using parliamentary procedure during a regular meeting, the following can be used when taking a vote:

(1) voice, (2) hand, (3) standing

New cards
48

If there is no second to a motion, the motion is ___.

lost

New cards
49

Which officer is responsible for roll call?

secretary

New cards
50

According to basic parliamentary procedure:

every member has a right to express ideas or opinions

New cards
51

An auditory learner:

learns best when someone explains to them

New cards
52

Motivating factors can be ___ or ____.

internal/external

New cards
53

____ stress could lead to physical or emotional problems.

excessive

New cards
54

Every state in the U.S. has state ___ elected to serve on a legislated body that develops policies and laws.

legislators

New cards
55

Taxi drivers should receive ___ of the fare, plus .50 per bag if they handle your luggage for a tip.

15% to 20%

New cards
56

A ___ journal is a publication directly related to a profession.

professional

New cards
57

The official SkillsUSA colors are red, white, ___ and gold.

blue

New cards
58

There are ___ points to the SkillsUSA Creed.

six

New cards
59

Official SkillsUSA dress always includes:

(1) a SkillsUSA blazer, (2) a SkillsUSA sweater, or (3) a skillsUSA windbreaker

New cards
60

Training in the opening and closing ceremonies develops:

(1) poise, (2) teamwork, (3) voice control

New cards
61

The purposes of SkillsUSA are symbolized by its:

emblem

New cards
62

The SkillsUSA colors red and white represent:

the individual states and chapters

New cards
63

SkillsUSA prepares students to be leaders in their occupations by helping them develop:

(1) technical knowledge, (2) technical skill, (3) positive work attitudes

New cards
64

The orbital circles of the SkillsUSA emblem represent:

technology

New cards
65

The purposes of SkillsUSA include:

(1) creating enthusiasm for learning, (2) fostering a deep respect for the dignity of work, (3) helping students attain a purposeful life

New cards
66

What is the SkillUSA motto:

preparing for leadership in the world of work

New cards
67

The SkillsUSA officer whose actions are the key to the success of the entire SkillsUSA chapter is the:

president

New cards
68

The treasurer's duties include:

assisting the president and other officers in setting up an annual chapter budget

New cards
69

A leader motivates others and makes them want to join an endeavor. To become a good leader you must:

be willing to accept responsibility

New cards
70

The appearance that a young professional should represent is:

(1) neat, (2) well-groomed, (3) clean

New cards
71

When delivering a speech you should:

(1) smile at the audience, (2) have good posture, (3) maintain eye contact

New cards
72

What is a good behavior to show during an interview?

smiling

New cards
73

What are three questions that would be appropriate to ask during an employment survey interview?

(1) "What kind of skills and experiences would I need to work here?", (2) "Will there be openings for the job type I'm seeking here in about __ years?", (3) "What additional training should I consider?"

New cards
74

According to the leadership handbook, a public speech should have three basic parts:

(1) introduction, (2) body, (3) closing

New cards
75

What is a good basic rule of a business meeting?

distribute an agenda

New cards
76

What are benefits of doing a community service project?

(1) satisfaction providing needed help to some individual or cause, (2) valuable training in leadership or job related skills, (3) opportunity to do what you enjoy for a good cause

New cards
77

What are benefits of professional development activities?

(1) learning to work with others, (2) learning more about the job market in your chosen field, (3) learning how to handle yourself in social situations

New cards
78

What is an example of cultural diversity?

different rules for interaction between men and women

New cards
79

What does the Shield represent on the SkillsUSA emblem?

patriotism

New cards
80

When seeking employment you should:

(1) know what the company does, (2) know the name of the person you are meeting, (3) have an appointment in advance

New cards
81

The symbol of the emblem that represents the industrial society is:

the gear

New cards
82

What is "dignity of work," "The American Way of Life," and "education" a part of?

the SkillsUSA creed

New cards
83

What does the color blue represent in the SkillsUSA emblem?

the common union of the states and chapters

New cards
84

When preparing to give a presentation you should:

(1) become an expert on your topic, (2) know your audience, (3) practice!

New cards

Explore top notes

note Note
studied byStudied by 9190 people
... ago
4.8(30)
note Note
studied byStudied by 183 people
... ago
5.0(1)
note Note
studied byStudied by 6 people
... ago
5.0(1)
note Note
studied byStudied by 11 people
... ago
5.0(1)
note Note
studied byStudied by 26 people
... ago
5.0(1)
note Note
studied byStudied by 79 people
... ago
4.8(4)
note Note
studied byStudied by 14 people
... ago
5.0(1)
note Note
studied byStudied by 21 people
... ago
5.0(2)

Explore top flashcards

flashcards Flashcard (43)
studied byStudied by 14 people
... ago
5.0(1)
flashcards Flashcard (70)
studied byStudied by 1 person
... ago
5.0(1)
flashcards Flashcard (40)
studied byStudied by 23 people
... ago
5.0(1)
flashcards Flashcard (20)
studied byStudied by 16 people
... ago
5.0(1)
flashcards Flashcard (47)
studied byStudied by 3 people
... ago
5.0(1)
flashcards Flashcard (29)
studied byStudied by 3 people
... ago
5.0(1)
flashcards Flashcard (86)
studied byStudied by 1 person
... ago
5.0(1)
flashcards Flashcard (108)
studied byStudied by 19 people
... ago
5.0(1)
robot