Write a CV

• Engels
• MBO
• Studiejaar 1

CV Quiz

1. How long should a CV be?

1. One to two pages
2. Three pages
3. Four or more pages
4. Half a page

2. What color should a CV be typed in?

1. Blue
2. Pink
3. Black
4. Green

3. You should always include a photo on your resume.

1. False
2. True
3. Not when you are applying in the USA

4. Your resume or CV must include your personal details, education and

1. leisure activities
2. work history
3. life history
4. relationship status

5. Which of these topics is also covered on many resumes?

1. languages
2. family history
3. criminal record

6. What’s the best way to present skills and achievements?

1. By using eye-catching graphics
2. By using colourful templates
3. A list of your past and current responsibilities
4. The STAR method (situation - task-action-result)

7. You mention side jobs on your CV.

1. True
2. False

8. Jargon shows that you are a professional

1. True
2. False

9. What order should your jobs be put in?

1. Any order
2. Oldest to Newest
3. Newest to oldest
4. The job you liked the most comes first

10. What should always be attached to a CV?

1. Facebook Profile
2. Your high school diploma
3. Your holiday picture
4. Covering Letter

11. Should you lie on your CV

1. Depends on how much you want the job
2. No
3. Just a bit
4. Yes

12. How many references should be on a CV

1. 2
2. None
3. 4
4. 1

13. How do you translate MBO
into English

1. High School
2. Secondary vocational education
3. Vocational College
4. Boarding School