Recommendation Letters Quiz

What is the first step in asking for a recommendation letter?

• Choose the right person to ask.

• Ask someone who doesn't know you well for a recommendation letter.

• Write a draft of the recommendation letter.

• Send an email requesting a recommendation letter.

Why is it important to choose the right recommenders?

• To provide valuable insights and recommendations based on their knowledge and experience.

• To increase the chances of success in the recommended actions.

• To save time and effort in decision-making.

• To ensure unbiased recommendations.

What should be included in a recommendation letter?

• Education history, work experience, references, weaknesses, salary expectations

• Recommendation from a family member, unrelated skills, irrelevant achievements, generic statements, lack of examples

• Introduction, skills, qualifications, achievements, examples, comparison, closing statement

• Contact information, hobbies, personal anecdotes, length, formatting

How can you follow up on a recommendation request?

• Express gratitude, ask for more details, inquire about alternatives, thank the person

• Ignore the recommendation, ask for a different recommendation, express dissatisfaction, thank the person.

• Express gratitude, ask for more details, ignore the recommendation, thank the person.

• Express gratitude, ask for more details, inquire about alternatives, criticize the person.

When is the best time to ask for a recommendation letter?

• At least 2-3 days before the deadline.

• A few days before the deadline.

• At least 2-3 weeks before the deadline or the date you need the letter.

• Right after the deadline.

What should you do if a potential recommender declines your request?

• Politely thank them and ask for suggestions or feedback.

• Ignore their response and move on to the next potential recommender.

• Convince the potential recommender to change their mind.

• Ask someone else for a recommendation.

How many recommendation letters should you typically submit for college applications?

• 2-3

• 6-7

• 4-5

• 1-2

What qualities should you look for in a recommender?

• Proficiency, awareness, commitment, authenticity.

• Skill, understanding, dependability, reputation.

• Expertise, knowledge, willingness, credibility

• Experience, intelligence, reliability, trustworthiness.

Should you provide your recommenders with any specific information or materials?

• No.

• Maybe.

• It depends.

• Yes

What is the purpose of a recommendation letter in the college application process?

• To provide insight into the applicant's character and abilities.

• To showcase the applicant's academic achievements.

• To demonstrate the applicant's financial need.

• To evaluate the applicant's physical fitness.