Asking and Giving Information about Work and Education: Conversational English Quiz

Question 1

Which question is the most polite way to ask someone about their job?

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What do you do for a living?

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What do you do for a life?

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Where do you work?

Question 2

Which response correctly conveys that you are currently pursuing a higher education degree?

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I'm currently enrolled in a master's program.

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I teach at a local high school.

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I took a break from school.

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I completed my undergraduate studies.

Question 3

How would you respond if someone asks you about your field of study?

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I'm majoring in Computer Science.

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I attend the university.

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I'm taking a few courses.

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I'm learning a lot of new things.

Question 4

Which statement is the most appropriate way to ask someone about their work experience?

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Could you tell me a little about your professional background?

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What have you been doing for work recently?

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Where did you work before this?

Question 5

How would you respond to someone who asks you about your educational qualifications?

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I have a bachelor's degree in Engineering.

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I am still in school.

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I attended college for four years.

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I've completed various courses.

Question 6

Which question is most appropriate for asking about someone's future career plans?

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What are your aspirations for your career?

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What do you want to do with your life?

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What kind of job do you hope to get?

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Do you have any plans for the future?

Question 7

How would you politely ask someone about their reasons for leaving a previous job?

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Could you tell me why you decided to leave your previous position?

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What happened at your old workplace?

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Why did you quit your last job?

Question 8

How would you ask someone about the size of their company?

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Could you tell me approximately how many employees your company has?

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What is the size of your company?

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How big is your company?

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What is the scope of your company?

Question 9

To provide the most complete information about your education, you should state:

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I hold a Master's degree in Education from the University of Oxford.

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I have a degree in Education.

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I studied Education.

Question 10

When someone inquires about your work experience, the best response is to:

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I have been employed as a software engineer at Microsoft for the past five years.

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I am an experienced software engineer.

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I have worked in the software industry for several years.

Question 11

Which of the following is not considered an academic discipline?

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Carpentry

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History

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Science

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Mathematics

Question 12

The most polite way to inquire about someone's education level is to ask:

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Could you please tell me about your educational background?

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Are you currently enrolled in school?

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What was your major?

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What is the highest level of education you have completed?

Question 13

When describing your current job responsibilities, the best approach is to:

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I oversee a team of engineers and ensure the successful delivery of software products.

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I work on a range of projects.

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I have various responsibilities.

Question 14

To inquire about someone's work history, the most appropriate question is:

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Can you briefly describe your professional journey?

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Where have you worked before?

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What jobs have you held?

Question 15

Which question is the most appropriate for asking about someone's job title?

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What is your position?

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Where do you work?

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How many years of experience do you have?

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What are your responsibilities?

Question 16

How would you respond if someone asks you, 'Are you currently a student?'?

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Yes, I am studying English as a Second Language at a local college.

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Yes, at the university.

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No, I am not a teacher.

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No, I am working full-time.

Question 17

Which of the following responses provides the most specific information about a person's education?

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I have a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.

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I studied for four years.

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I went to the University of California.

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I finished my education in 2020.

Question 18

What question would be most appropriate for asking about someone's work experience?

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How long have you been in this role?

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What are your career goals?

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What is your favorite aspect of your job?

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What are the challenges you face at work?

Question 19

What is the most suitable question to ask someone who is searching for a job?

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What type of work are you seeking?

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What are your salary expectations?

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What are your strengths and weaknesses?

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Why did you leave your previous job?

Question 20

How would you respond if someone asks you, 'When did you complete your studies?'?

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I graduated in 2018.

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I have a degree in Science.

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I studied at Oxford University.

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I was a top student in my class.

Question 21

How would you respond if someone asks you, 'What are your career aspirations?'?

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I aspire to advance in management and eventually become a CEO.

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I am still unsure.

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I just want to find a job that I enjoy.

Question 22

How would you respond if someone asked you, "What do you like to do in your leisure time?"

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I enjoy reading, going for walks, and spending time with my family and friends.

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I am a student.

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I don't have any free time.

Question 23

How would you inquire about someone's field of study at university?

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What did you major in at university?

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Where did you receive your education?

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What are you currently studying?

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What degree do you hold?

Question 24

Which of the following is the most appropriate way to provide information about your current employment?

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I am employed at Google as a software engineer.

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I am responsible for developing software.

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I work in the software industry.

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I have been with Google for five years.

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a reason for someone to pursue graduate studies?

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To gain practical work experience

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To conduct research

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To acquire new skills and knowledge

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To progress in their career

Question 26

How would you respond if someone asked you, "What are your strengths and weaknesses?"

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I am a hard worker and possess strong problem-solving skills. However, I acknowledge that I can sometimes be impatient.

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I am proficient in all areas.

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I am not sure.

Question 27

To ask about someone's occupation, which question is most appropriate?

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What do you do for a living?

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Where do you currently work?

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What is your exact job title?

Question 28

When someone asks about your work, what information is typically relevant to share?

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Your job title, company, and a brief summary of your responsibilities.

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Your future career aspirations.

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Your salary and benefits package.

Question 29

Which response is generally considered appropriate when someone shares information about their education?

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That's great! What did you specialize in?

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How much did it cost?

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Why did you choose that particular school?

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I'm sorry to hear that.

Question 30

When requesting a job recommendation, which statement is most professional and polite?

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I was wondering if you would be willing to provide me with a letter of recommendation for a job I'm applying for.

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Can you offer me a job?

Question 31

To respond positively to a request for information about your work, which statement is most suitable?

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Sure, I'd be happy to discuss my work with you.

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I'm too busy to talk about my work.

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I'm not comfortable discussing my work.

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Why do you want to know about my work?

Question 32

Which statement is considered an appropriate way to end a conversation about work?

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It was a pleasure talking to you. I hope we can connect again soon.

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I'm bored with this conversation.

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I have to end this conversation now.

Question 33

To seek clarification about someone's educational background, which question is most appropriate?

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I didn't quite understand. Did you mention that you studied engineering?

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What does that mean?

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Can you repeat that?

Question 34

When expressing interest in a job opportunity, which statement is most appropriate?

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I'm keen on applying for the marketing manager position as per the job posting.

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I'm desperate for a job.

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I'm not sure if I'm qualified for the job.

Question 35

Which question is most appropriate to ask someone you've just met at a networking event to learn about their work?

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What do you do for a living?

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What are your career goals?

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What's your favorite part about your job?

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How much do you earn?

Question 36

How would you respond if someone asked you, 'What are your strengths and weaknesses?'

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My strengths include my strong work ethic, my ability to work independently, and my attention to detail.  I'm always working on improving my time management skills.

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I'm a hard worker and I'm always willing to help out.

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I'm a perfectionist.

Question 37

Which statement is NOT a good way to give information about your work experience?

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I'm the best in my field.

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I'm a highly motivated and results-oriented individual.

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I've worked on a variety of projects from start to finish.

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I have over 10 years of experience in management.

Question 38

How would you respond if someone asked you, 'Why are you interested in this job?'

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I'm interested in this job because it aligns with my skills and experience, and I'm excited about the opportunity to contribute to your team.

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I need a job and this one seems like a good fit.

Question 39

How would you respond if someone asked you, 'What are your salary expectations?'

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I'm open to discussing my salary expectations, but I'm also interested in learning more about the benefits package.

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I'm not sure what my salary expectations are.

Question 40

Which question is used to ask someone's occupation?

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What do you do for a living?

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Where do you work?

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How long have you been working?

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What is your favorite subject?

Question 41

How would you respond if someone asks you 'What is your major?'

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I am majoring in Computer Science.

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My favorite professor is Dr. Smith.

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I attend university in New York.

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I am a sophomore.

Question 42

Which question is the most appropriate way to ask someone about their company?

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Where do you work?

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What is your job title?

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What is your boss's name?

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How many employees are there in your company?

Question 43

If someone asks you 'What is your highest level of education?', which response would be most appropriate?

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I have a Master's degree.

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My GPA was 3.8.

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I am currently enrolled in a PhD program.

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I went to high school in California.

Question 44

Which question is used to ask about someone's professional experience in a specific field?

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How long have you been working in this field?

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Do you enjoy your job?

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What is your salary?

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What are your responsibilities?

Question 45

What is the best way to ask someone about their job title?

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What is your position?

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What do you do?

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How much do you earn?

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Where do you work?

Question 46

Someone asks you 'Why did you choose your major?'. Which response explains your motivation in a clear and concise way?

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I have always been fascinated by technology.

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My friends all chose the same major.

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I wanted to follow in my parents' footsteps.

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I am not really sure.

Question 47

When someone asks about your strengths and weaknesses, what is a good way to respond?

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I am a hard worker and always willing to learn new things. However, I can be a bit too detail-oriented at times.

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I am not sure.

Question 48

Which question is the most direct way to ask someone what they do for a living?

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What do you do for a living?

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What industry do you work in?

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Where do you work?

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How long have you been working?

Question 49

When someone asks about your education, which response provides the most relevant and specific information?

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I have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.

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I studied math and science.

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I went to college for four years.

Question 50

What question can you ask to find out what someone is studying in school?

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What are you majoring in?

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What is your favorite subject?

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What kind of degree are you getting?

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What year are you in?

Question 51

Which response is appropriate when someone asks about your educational background?

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I have a Master's degree in Computer Science.

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I attended Stanford University.

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I've been working in the tech industry for 10 years.

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I'm interested in technology.

Question 52

Which response would be most appropriate when someone asks about your work experience?

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I have 5 years of experience in customer service.

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I'm a hard worker.

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I'm a team player.

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I have excellent communication skills.

Question 53

What question can you ask to find out what someone's future career goals are?

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What are your career aspirations?

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What are your short-term goals?

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What do you want to be when you grow up?

Question 54

Which response is appropriate when someone asks about your educational goals?

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I want to become a doctor.

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I want to make a difference in the world.

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I want to get a good job.

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I'm interested in learning new things.