Resume Quiz

The ___________ paragraph should create interest and explain why you are writing. It should state the type of position you are applying for, as well as how you heard about the company. Also in your first paragraph, refer to your enclosed or attached resume.

• Introduction

• Enclosure

• Closing

• Body

In many contexts, a resumé is short (usually ______ to _____ pages), and directs a reader's attention to the aspects of a person's background that are directly relevant to a particular position.

• 1,4

• 1,3

• 2,3

• 3,4

Cover letters are typically divided into _________ categories.

• Four

• Five

• Three

• Two

It is important to remember that cover letters are ________ letters, and you are the product. Cover letters serve to introduce you to an employer, and a resume tells about you.

• Recommendation

• Resume

• Sale

• Resignation

_____________ is a letter of introduction attached to, or accompanying another document such as a résumé or employment application; as a way of introducing themselves to potential employers and explaining their suitability for the desired position.

• Resume

• Reference Letter

• Job Application

• Cover Letter

What is a very important tip you should do before submitting your résumé? Select as many that apply.

• Make it all bold

• Spell Check

• Have someone else read it

• None of these

A cover letter serves to ________________________________.

• Illustrate your communication skills.

• Demonstrate your professionalism.

• Create a favorable 1st impression.

• All of them

What format does one write a cover letter in?

• Business informal

• Essay

• Business formal

• Personal

The ________ paragraph highlights or amplifies on the material in the resume or job application, and explains why the job seeker is interested in the job and would be of value to the employer.

• None of them

• Body

• Closing

• Introduction

___________ is a document used by individuals to present their background and skillsets.

• E-mail

• Cover Letter

• Business Letter

• Resume