Interview Skills Quiz
Name:__________ Time: 30 mins
Roll No:__________
Part A: Communication Skills (1–10)
[Link] of the following is most important in an interview?
a) Speaking fast
b) Speaking clearly
c) Using complex words
d) Speaking loudly
[Link] listening mainly involves:
a) Interrupting politely
b) Nodding and giving verbal cues
c) Waiting silently
d) Taking notes only
[Link] best way to answer a question you did not hear clearly is:
a) Guess the answer
b) Stay silent
c) Ask for clarification
d) Change the topic
[Link] STAR method is used to:
a) Evaluate performance
b) Structure behavioral answers
c) Review résumés
d) Assess technical skills
5.“Tell me about yourself” should mainly include:
a) Personal life details
b) Childhood stories
c) Education, strengths, and career goals
d) Hobbies only
[Link] communication in interviews requires:
a) Avoiding eye contact
b) Using filler words frequently
c) Clear and concise answers
d) Speaking continuously
[Link] example of nonverbal communication is:
a) Email
b) Eye contact
c) Phone call
d) Resume
[Link] the interviewer’s question is a sign of:
a) Confusion
b) Confidence
c) Active listening
d) Nervousness
[Link] best tone during an interview is:
a) Aggressive
b) Passive
c) Polite and professional
d) Overly casual
[Link] “slang” in interviews is recommended because:
a) It confuses the interviewer
b) It sounds unprofessional
c) It increases formality unnecessarily
d) It is outdated
Part B: Interview Preparation (11–20)
[Link] first step in interview preparation is:
a) Buying new clothes
b) Researching the company
c) Memorizing questions
d) Printing your résumé
12.A well-prepared résumé should be:
a) 5–6 pages
b) 1–2 pages
c) 10 pages
d) No limit
[Link] in a résumé are important because:
a) They help applicant tracking systems (ATS)
b) They decorate the résumé
c) They impress friends
d) They are optional
14.A follow-up email should be sent:
a) Within 24 hours
b) After one month
c) Immediately after interview ends
d) Never
15.A portfolio is useful especially for:
a) Accounting roles
b) Creative roles
c) Security jobs
d) Manufacturing jobs
[Link] main purpose of a cover letter is to:
a) Repeat the entire resume
b) Introduce yourself and show fit for the job
c) Add irrelevant information
d) Replace the resume
[Link] for an interview should follow:
a) The latest fashion trends
b) Company culture and professionalism
c) Bright colors only
d) Informal and casual wear
[Link] interviews help candidates to:
a) Increase nervousness
b) Practice and reduce anxiety
c) Memorize answers
d) Avoid interviews
[Link] document is NOT typically required for interviews?
a) Resume copies
b) ID proof
c) Salary slips
d) Travel tickets
[Link] entering the interview room, you should:
a) Knock and wait for permission
b) Enter without knocking
c) Call the interviewer
d) Wait silently outside
Part C: Interview Etiquette & Body Language (21–30)
21.A firm handshake indicates:
a) Aggression
b) Confidence
c) Nervousness
d) Dishonesty
[Link] eye contact shows:
a) Confidence and honesty
b) Disrespect
c) Overconfidence
d) Nervousness
[Link] posture during an interview should be:
a) Leaning too far back
b) Slouching
c) Straight and relaxed
d) Leaning too forward
[Link] your phone on during an interview is:
a) Acceptable
b) Normal
c) Unprofessional
d) Helpful
[Link] appropriately during an interview shows:
a) Nervousness
b) Friendliness and confidence
c) Disinterest
d) Arrogance
[Link] your arms often signals:
a) Openness
b) Defensiveness
c) Confidence
d) Happiness
[Link] of the following is a good gesture?
a) Checking the time frequently
b) Maintaining an open posture
c) Tapping your foot
d) Interrupting the interviewer
[Link] the interviewer’s name occasionally is:
a) Disrespectful
b) Considered good rapport-building
c) Unprofessional
d) Irrelevant
29 .The ideal time to arrive for an interview is:
a) 30 minutes early
b) 10–15 minutes early
c) On the exact time
d) 5 minutes late
[Link] leaving the room, you should:
a) Walk out silently
b) Say thank you and leave politely
c) Ask irrelevant questions
d) Rush out
Part D: HR & Behavioral Questions (31–40)
[Link] interview questions evaluate:
a) Past behavior to predict future performance
b) IQ only
c) Physical strength
d) Fashion sense
32.“What are your strengths?” should include:
a) Job-related skills
b) Personal complaints
c) Negative comments
d) Irrelevant hobbies
33.“Where do you see yourself in 5 years?” tests:
a) Loyalty and long-term planning
b) Imagination
c) Salary expectations
d) Travel plans
[Link] best way to explain a weakness is:
a) Deny having any
b) Mention something unrelated
c) Show self-awareness and improvement
d) Blame others
35.A good answer to conflict questions includes:
a) Blaming the other person
b) Showing how you resolved it professionally
c) Avoiding the topic
d) Criticizing the interviewer
36.“Why should we hire you?” should focus on:
a) Strengths and job fit
b) Personal problems
c) Salary needs
d) Criticism of competitors
[Link] asks about salary expectations to:
a) Know your financial problems
b) Match you with the company’s budget
c) Reject you quickly
d) Judge your lifestyle
38.A gap in employment should be explained:
a) Honestly
b) By lying
c) By hiding the truth
d) By blaming family
[Link] questions evaluate your:
a) Ability to work alone
b) Team contribution and cooperation
c) Leadership only
d) Interview skills only
40.“Tell me about a failure” should highlight:
a) Blame on others
b) Lessons learned and improvement
c) Denial of failure
d) Irrelevant stories
Part E: Situational & General Interview Knowledge (41–50)
[Link] you don’t know the answer to a question, you should:
a) Make up an answer
b) Admit and show willingness to learn
c) Stay silent
d) Change the topic
42.A phone interview requires:
a) Loud speaking
b) A quiet environment
c) Video setup
d) Formal attire only
[Link] a group discussion (GD), you should:
a) Shout to dominate
b) Allow others to speak
c) Interrupt frequently
d) Avoid eye contact
[Link] interviews require:
a) Checking camera and mic before joining
b) Taking the call in bed
c) Keeping the lights off
d) Multitasking
[Link] questions at the end of the interview is:
a) Unnecessary
b) A sign of interest
c) Impolite
d) Time-wasting
46.A common closing question is:
a) “Do you like pizza?”
b) “Do you have any questions for us?”
c) “Where are you going next?”
d) “What’s your favorite color?”
[Link] panel interviews, candidates should:
a) Speak to only one interviewer
b) Address each panel member
c) Avoid eye contact
d) Focus on the senior-most panelist only
[Link] purpose of an aptitude test before an interview is to assess:
a) Physical fitness
b) Analytical and logical abilities
c) Fashion sense
d) Emotional drama
[Link] interviews are designed to test:
a) Anger
b) Emotional stability and pressure handling
c) Humor
d) Memory
[Link] final round of interviews usually focuses on:
a) Cultural fit and decision-making
b) Random topics
c) Fashion sense
d) Personal gossip