Question

activity 2
career crossword

across:

1. used by employers to make sure you were telling the truth on your resume (two words)
2. a temporary position, usually during a summer or semester, that provides experience
3. attached to your resume, this letter describes your strengths and experience (two words)
4. a meeting between you and your potential employer to show why you would make a good employee
5. payment for your work other than money, such as vacation time and insurance
6. an experienced worker you can go to for advice

down:

1. an agreement between you and your company
2. a group of people who will tell a potential employer about your strengths and experience
3. brief visits to a business where you observe workers and ask questions
4. a summary of your education, accomplishments, and experience

career exploration lessons for sixth and seventh grades

Explanation:

Each answer matches the career-related definitions and fits the crossword grid letter counts and intersections:

1. Down 1: 5 letters, matches an employment agreement.
2. Down 2: 8 letters, matches people who vouch for you.
3. Down 3: 5 letters, matches workplace observation visits.
4. Down 7: 6 letters, matches a professional summary document.
5. Across 4: 11 letters (two words), matches employer truth-checking.
6. Across 5: 7 letters, matches temporary experience positions.
7. Across 6: 11 letters (two words), matches a resume attachment.
8. Across 8: 8 letters, matches an employer meeting.
9. Across 9: 8 letters, matches non-monetary work benefits.
10. Across 10: 6 letters, matches an experienced advisor.

Answer:

Across:

1. BACKGROUND CHECK
2. INTERNSHIP
3. COVER LETTER
4. INTERVIEW
5. BENEFITS
6. MENTOR

Down:

1. CONTRACT
2. REFERENCES
3. JOB SHADOW
4. RESUME