In some way the employment interview is like a persuasive speech, for the applicant se

eks t persuade the employer to employ him or her. A job applicant should find out certain types of information prior to the interview. First, the applicant should know what kind of job he wants and how that job relates to his career objective. It is important that the applicant be able to state his reasons for wishing to work for a particular company. Second, the applicant should seek as much information as possible concerning the company. The applicant should find out the location of the home and regional offices, the financial status of the company, plans for expansion, and company philosophy.

Having gathered enough information concerning the company, the applicant is ready for the interview. The interviewer's first impression comes from the interviewee's appearance. For most interviews, appropriate dress for men is a conservative (保守的) dark- colored suit with a long-sleeve white or light blue shirt. For women a conservative, tailored suit or dress is appropriate. Both men and women should have neat, conservative length of hair.

Although hairstyle. and dress are matters of taste, many personnel directors judge interviewees from their appearance directly. For

example, one recent college graduate, who felt himself qualified, was interviewed for a public relations job. However, the personnel manager considered this young man unsuitable for this particular position for his long hair, sloppy (不整洁) dress, and casual manner.

1.Before the interview, a job applicant should be clear about().

A.the relationship between his career objective and the job

B.when and where the interview will take place

C.who will also take part in the interview

D.the process of the interview

2.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as the information the

applicant has to find out？()

A.The company's location

B.The company's financial status

C.The company's expansion plans

D.The company's history

3.According to the passage, which of following statements is true？()

A.Before the interview, the applicant may neglect the company's philosophy

B.Before the interview, the applicant should be clear about the name of the manager

C.In the interview, it's appropriate for the applicant to be dressed conservatively

D.In the interview, it's not suitable for the applicant to try to persuade the employer to employ him

4.The most suitable dressing for men in a job interview is to wear().

A.a colorful shirt

B.a sloppy dress

C.a pair of casual shoes

D.a dark-colored suit

5.From the example in the passage,we may conclude that().

A.self-confidence is the key point

B.first impression is vital

C.personal taste is essential

D.work experience is very important