NYC FREE NYC Civil Service Reading Comprehension Skills Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Read the following passage: 'The Department of Sanitation is responsible for collecting solid waste, recycling, and street cleaning throughout the five boroughs.
Employees must follow all safety protocols when operating equipment.' Based on this passage, what is one responsibility of the Department of Sanitation?

Accepted Answer

Collecting solid waste

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Issuing parking violations

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Maintaining public parks

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Responding to fires

Question 2

Read the following passage: 'City employees are prohibited from accepting gifts valued at more than $50 from any individual or organization that does business with the City. Violations may result in disciplinary action, including termination.' What is the consequence of violating the gift policy described?

Accepted Answer

Disciplinary action, including termination

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A written warning only

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A mandatory training course

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A fine paid to the City

Question 3

Read the following notice: 'All civil service applicants must submit a completed application, proof of residency, and two forms of identification by the posted deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered.' Which of the following applicants would have their application considered?

Accepted Answer

An applicant who submits all required documents on time

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An applicant who submits only one form of ID

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An applicant who misses the deadline by one day

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An applicant who omits proof of residency

Question 4

Read the following memo: 'Effective immediately, all agency vehicles must be returned to the motor pool by 5:00 PM unless a supervisor has granted written approval for extended use. Unauthorized use after hours is subject to review.' What must an employee obtain to use an agency vehicle after 5:00 PM?

Accepted Answer

Written approval from a supervisor

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Verbal approval from a coworker

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A signed release form from HR

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No approval is needed after hours

Question 5

Read the following excerpt: 'Public employees must maintain confidentiality regarding personal information obtained in the course of their duties. Disclosing such information without authorization is a serious violation of civil service rules.' According to this excerpt, what action is considered a serious violation?

Accepted Answer

Unauthorized disclosure of personal information

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Failing to complete required training

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Arriving late to a scheduled shift

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Using city equipment for personal tasks

Question 6

Read the following announcement: 'The Civil Service Commission will hold its next examination on Saturday, March 15th, at all designated test centers across the five boroughs. Candidates must bring their admission notice and a valid photo ID. No candidate will be admitted without both documents.' A candidate who brings only their admission notice will:

Accepted Answer

Not be admitted to the examination

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Be admitted with a supervisor's approval

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Be allowed to take the exam and submit ID later

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Be given a temporary ID at the door