Cover Letters

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

• To provide a summary of your resume

• To express your interest in the job

• To request an interview

• All of the above

Which of the following should you NOT include in your cover letter?

• Your relevant skills and experience

• Your salary requirements

• Your contact information

• Your enthusiasm for the job

Should you address your cover letter to a specific person or use a general greeting?

• Use a general greeting

• Address it to the hiring manager

• Address it to the CEO of the company

• None of the above

Which of the following is the best way to open a cover letter?

• "To whom it may concern,"

• "Dear Sir/Madam,"

• "Dear Hiring Manager,"

• "Hey there!"

How long should your cover letter be?

• One page

• Two pages

• Three pages

• There is no set length

Which of the following is NOT a common format for a cover letter?

• Chronological

• Functional

• Combination

• Narrative

Which of the following should you include in the closing of your cover letter?

• A request for an interview

• Your salary expectations

• A promise to follow up

• All of the above

What is the purpose of the body of your cover letter?

• To explain your qualifications and experience

• To list your references

• To request an interview

• To provide your contact information

Should you use the same cover letter for every job application?

• Yes, it saves time

• No, customize it for each job

• It doesn't matter

• None of the above

Which of the following is the most important aspect of a cover letter?

• Grammar and spelling

• Length

• Formatting

• The content and message conveyed