1.
PowerPen Content Solutions provides which valuable service?
Correct Answer
C. Written Content
Explanation
PowerPen Content Solutions currently only supplies clients with textual products for use in any context.
2.
We offer clients ebooks, articles, or any other type of written word product.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
PowerPen Content Solution will provide any written word solution necessary.
3.
PowerPen requires all writers to accept a contract. This contract...
Correct Answer
D. Expires at any time either party opts out
Explanation
Either party may end the contract for whatever reason they see fit.
4.
All tasks are processed and summarized on a document sent to writers. The name of this document is....
Correct Answer
C. Form A
Explanation
The correct answer is "Form A" because it is stated in the question that all tasks are processed and summarized on a document sent to writers, and the name of this document is "Form A".
5.
All work must pass Copyscape to qualify for payment.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
CopyScape checks for any sort of documental plagiarism. We cannot accept plagiarized word. Plagiarized work includes any text that shares directly the same language of another piece.
6.
Work is paid by the hour at PowerPen Content Solutions.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
While the oDesk team software is utilized, work is paid by product rather than by hour.
7.
All writers must login to each task within 1 day of assignment to claim it, once a day to keep it, and ultimately log all time worked via the oDesk Team Software.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
YES- writers must clock at least 10 minutes a day on any projects they have unless they apply for a vacation day. They must also clock into a task one day after receiving it to claim it. All work done on a project should be clocked-in to the system.
8.
Work is submitted when completed by...
Correct Answer
C. Submitting the file through the Task Submission Portal
Explanation
Employees MUST use the Task Submission portal to send each work directly to administrative and distributive folders. It's simple, just click the link in the Handbook and upload the file. That's all there is to it.
9.
Generally 5 days after the submission of work, writers will receive a _______ ___, which details work evaluation, CopyScape results, and discloses the total payment due to employee for the particular order.
Correct Answer
Form B
form b
Form b
form B
FORM B
Explanation
After submitting their work, writers can expect to receive a document called "Form B" which provides a detailed evaluation of their work, including the results from CopyScape, and discloses the total payment due to the employee for that specific order.
10.
A task may be extended or work otherwise blatantly denied if....
Correct Answer(s)
A. The submission is incomplete
C. The submission is unoriginal
D. The submission fails client review
E. The submission necessitates revision
G. The submission is excessively late (3 or more days)
Explanation
The task may be extended or work otherwise blatantly denied if the submission is incomplete, unoriginal, fails client review, necessitates revision, or is excessively late (3 or more days).
11.
Accepted work receives a base price + bonus - late fees....
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement suggests that accepted work is rewarded with a base price, which indicates a fixed amount of payment. Additionally, there is a bonus included, which implies an additional amount of payment for exceptional work or meeting certain criteria. On the other hand, late fees are mentioned, indicating that there may be penalties or deductions for work that is submitted after a specified deadline. Therefore, the statement is true as it describes the payment structure for accepted work.
12.
Employees are paid...
Correct Answer
B. Bi-weekly for products submitted in preceding period of time
Explanation
Every Form B of each writer is saved and each payment is processed bi-weekly. Using the Task Log, it is very easy to track the progress of each task and when it will be paid.
13.
You may utilize the special request form to...
Correct Answer(s)
A. Cancel an order
B. Apply for deadline extension
D. Request vacation time
Explanation
The Special Request form has various uses, however, it may not be used for submission or payment requests. Submissions must be sent through the Task Submission Portal and payments are sent bi-weekly for all accepted work.
14.
You must log at least ___ minutes daily on each task you receive.
Correct Answer(s)
ten
10
Explanation
To confirm you are actually completing each task, you MUST log at least ten minutes daily on each assignment you have.
15.
To claim an assignment, you must clock into it within 24 hours of it being delivered.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
To confirm you have received and plan to complete an assignment, you must clock into it within 24 hours of it being delivered. This will prevent management from reassigning it. WE MUST know that each order is being filled ASAP.
16.
All writers must download the oDesk Team Software and clock in all time spent working on PowerPen assignments.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
We must be able to confirm that articles are being worked on to validate your pledge to complete it.
17.
To select an assignment, you must go to the Status menu and then click "_____"
Correct Answer
Memo
memo
Explanation
Further details on how to use the software are included in the Employee Handbook. Simply select "Status > Memo" and then clock into the assignment by choosing the proper Task Code as it matches the ID on the respective Form A.
18.
Which font is appropriate for Rich Text word processor submissions?
Correct Answer
B. Times New Roman
Explanation
Times New Roman is the appropriate font for Rich Text word processor submissions because it is a widely recognized and commonly used font in professional and academic settings. It is a serif font that is easy to read and has a classic and formal appearance. Using Times New Roman ensures that the document looks professional and is easy to read for the intended audience.
19.
In Rich Text Word Processor submissions, each article or individual unit should have a distinct page if possible, and if not, begin on a fresh page.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Further formatting details available in the Employee Handbook.
20.
Bonus payments are determined by work quality and late fees by date on which submitted.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Bonus payments determined by client and/or editorial review of work. There is an 8% (oer day) late fee applied to all submissions that are late. This fee is simply taken from the payment.
21.
If you cannot complete a particular assignment, you should...
Correct Answer
C. All of the above
Explanation
Cancel and/or apply for deadline extension AND explain to your staff manager the problem. It's always good to come off as a reliable and informative employee.
22.
On work spanning more than 4 days, deadline extension applications must be sent ___ days before the deadline.
Correct Answer
3
three
Explanation
If you're working on a weekly assignment or one that otherwise spans 4 or more days, you must cancel it at least 3 days before deadline to avoid reprimand.
23.
For work that spans less than 4 days, applications for a deadline extension must take place ____ hours before deadline.
Correct Answer
24
Explanation
If a work does not span 4 days, you must apply for deadline or cancel it at least 24 hours before deadline to avoid reprimand.
24.
Please list whatever areas you still feel are troubling you. If you are uncertain how something works, explain it here. Your manager will explain anything you need help with personally.
25.
Employee Pledge: Select "I Agree" to enact contract
I HAVE READ AND AGREE TO THE terms listed in the Orientation movie, Employee Handbook, and legally binding Standard Operation Contract.
Correct Answer
A. I Agree
Explanation
ALL WRITER EMPLOYEES MUST select agree to Standard Operation Contract and other Employee Policy to be eligible for a paying position at PowerPen Content Solutions.