Resume, CV and Cover Letter Quiz

A cover letter can also be called

• a resume

• a CV

• a letter of complaint

• a letter of application

When should you send a cover letter?

• When it is specifically requested

• When you feel like sending

• When you want to disclose your salary expectations

• 
  Every time you are sending your resume to an employer.

Answer explanation

Explanation
A cover letter should be sent every time you are sending your CV to an employer because it serves as an introduction and provides additional information about your qualifications and experience. It allows you to highlight specific skills and achievements that are relevant to the job you are applying for. Sending a covering letter shows professionalism and demonstrates your interest in the position. It also gives you an opportunity to explain any gaps in your employment history or address any concerns the employer may have. Overall, including a cover letter increases your chances of getting noticed and considered for the job.

Which one of these things should not be included in a cover letter?

• Your experience and personal qualities related to the job

• Which job you are applying for and how you found out about the vacancy

• Your negative personal qualities

• Brief biographical details

A cover letter does all of the following EXCEPT

• Explains why you are interested in the job

• Introduces you and summarizes your resume

• Sells you as the best candidate for the job

• Lists all of your hobbies and interests

What should you do before submitting your cover letter?

• Spell check

• Have someone else to read it (proofread)

• Write all in capital letters

• Make it all bold

Apart from your contact details and achievements, these things should be part of your resume EXCEPT

• Employment experience

• Hobbies

• • Education

• Ambition

Your education summary should list places of study and all relevant _______ you've gained.

• qualifications

• positions

• benefits

• experiences

The resume should always be written in an informal language.

• True

• False

A resume's job is to get you

• a higher profile

• a higher salary

• a job interview

• an application experience

A RESUME is a document used to highlight your MOST RELEVANT and IMPORTANT:

• Knowledge, Experience, Education

• Knowledge, Skills, Attitude

• Knowledge, Skills, Attendance

• Knowledge, Hobbies, References