APPLICATION LETTER

Why is it important to include the date in an application letter?

• to save space on the page

• to discuss unrelated work experiences

• to show off writing skills

• It provides a reference point for when the letter was written

State your availability for an interview or test and include your contact number or e-mail

• Body of the letter

• Closing paragraph

• Opening paragraph

• applicant's address

Demonstrate confidently that your skills, background and experience are suitable with the desired job requirements. Mention specific qualifications which make you a good fit for the employee’s needs. Mention how your personal skills enhance and support your technical abilities and state that you would highly regard an opportunity to work for the company.

• Body of the letter

• Closing paragraph

• Opening letter

• Employer's address

The greeting at the beginning of the application letter.

• Date

• Complimentary close

• Salutation

• Signature

What should be included in the complimentary close of an application letter?

• Polite sign-off (e.g., 'Sincerely' or 'yours faithfully")

• Dear Sir/Madam

• Dear Mr. George

• October, 18 2024

Where do you put/write Employer’s name, Job Title, Company’s name and Company’s address in application letter?

• Applicant's address

• Employer's address

• Complimentary close

• Opening letter

This part of application letter explains the basic reason for the application letter. Which job are you applying for? When and where did you see the position advertised? If it is not advertised, state how you got the information about the vacant position.

• Complimentary close

• Body of the letter

• Closing paragraph

• Opening letter

Where do you put/write your name, address, telephone number and e-mail address in application letter?

• applicant's address

• Employer's address

• Salutation

• Complimentary close

A job application letter is written to…

• Sells the applicant’s talents to a prospective employer

• Persuade the reader to believe in her/his skill ability, attitude qualities for particular position

• Apply for a specific position

• All answers are correct

Part of the application letter consists of…..

• Applicant’s address, date, employer’s address, salutation, opening paragraph, body of letter, closing paragraph, complimentary close and signature.

• Sender’s address, date, opening paragraph, body of letter, closing paragraph, complimentary close and signature

• Heading, opening paragraph, body of letter, closing paragraph, complimentary close and signature

• Return address, date, reference line, salutation, opening paragraph, body of letter, closing paragraph, complimentary close and signature