Personal Letter & Cover Letter

What is the primary purpose of a personal letter?

• To apply for a job
  

• To communicate informally with friends or family
  

• To provide business information
  

• • To submit an official complaint

Which of the following is NOT included in a cover letter?

• Salutation

• Explanation of skills relevant to the job
  

• Personal achievements unrelated to the job
  

• • Closing paragraph

What is the main difference between a cover letter and an application letter?

• A cover letter is informal, while an application letter is formal.
  

• A cover letter accompanies a resume, while an application letter can stand alone.
  

• A cover letter is shorter than an application letter.
  

• • There is no difference between the two.

In which part of an application letter do you express your interest in the job?

• Opening paragraph
  

• Middle paragraph
  

• Closing paragraph
  

• • Postscript

What tone is most appropriate for a cover letter?

• Formal and professional

• Casual and humorous
  

• Informal and friendly
  

• • Persuasive and argumentative

What is the primary purpose of an application letter?

• To provide a detailed autobiography of the applicant

• To introduce the applicant and express interest in a job position

• To list all the applicant's hobbies and interests

• • To criticize the company's current employees

Which of the following is the most appropriate way to start an application letter?

• a. "Hey, I need a job ASAP!"

• b. "Dear Hiring Manager,"

• c. "To Whom It May Concern,"

• • Both b and c

What should be included in the body of an application letter?

• A list of all your social media accounts

• Your qualifications, skills, and reasons for applying

• A complaint about your previous job

• • A request for a higher salary than advertised

Which of the following is the best way to end an application letter?

• "I hope you hire me because I really need the money."

• "Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss my qualifications further."

• "Call me if you're interested."

• • "I’m the best candidate, so you should hire me immediately."

What is the ideal length of an application letter?

• One page or less

• Three to four pages

• As long as possible to include every detail

• • Half a page, regardless of content