WorksheetsJob Application and Cover Letters
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which of the following is typically the first section of a job application?
Education and work experience
Job-related questions
References
Personal information
Which of the following is an example of an e-mail address which is NOT appropriate for use on a job application?
Keisha.Clemins@domain.com
Cheerqueen15@domain.com
S.T.Brown@domain.com
RichLauro306@domain.com
Marco is filling out a job application for a part-time food service job. The application asks him to list an expected pay amount, but Marco does not know what is typical and does not want to risk asking for too much or too little. Which of the following is recommended?
He should leave the space blank
He should write “anything”
He should write “negotiable”
He should write “do not know”
Which of the following responses is most appropriate (assuming it is true) if a job application includes “reason for leaving” in the previous employment section?
“Wanted more responsibility”
“Personal problems”
“Conflict with co-workers”
Leaving the space blank
Which of the following is the last section on most job applications?
References
Signature
Personal information
Job-related questions
Which of the following questions CAN legally be asked on a job application?
What is your marital status?
Are you at least 18 years of age?
In what country/countries do you have citizenship?
What holidays will you require off?
Carla is going to businesses to ask for job applications in person. How does the presentation suggest she dress?
Normally
Formally
Casually
Professionally
Carla is going to businesses to ask for job applications in person. What should she bring with her?
Nothing
A small gift for the hiring manager
A friend or family member
Her résumé and reference information
If a question on a job application does not apply to you, which of the following is suggested?
Leave it blank
Fill the space with an asterisk (*)
Fill the space with a dash or “n/a”
Write why the question does not apply to you
When submitting a filled-out job application in person, which of the following is suggested?
Ask to speak to the hiring manager
Show the person your career portfolio
Attach a copy of your career plan
.Request an on-the-spot interview
Which of the following is the only time you might NOT need a cover letter?
When you are submitting your résumé in response to a newspaper ad
When you are submitting your résumé via e-mail
When you are submitting your résumé in person at a networking event
When you are submitting your résumé through a recruiter
A cover letter should NOT be which of the following?
Concise
Generic
Confident
Passionate
How long should a cover letter typically be?
Half of a page
One page
One and a half pages
Two pages
The first paragraph of a cover letter does NOT need to do which of the following?
Identify the position of interest
Outline reasons you are right for the position
Emphasize your excitement and passion
Include your contact information
Which of the following is the main function of the second paragraph of a cover letter?
To make yourself desirable
To arrange a time for an interview
To describe your personality
To praise and flatter the reader
The final paragraph of a cover letter does NOT need to do which of the following?
Indicate a follow-up time and method
Outline reasons you are right for the position
Refer the reader to your résumé
Include your contact information
When formatting a cover letter, what should be first at the top of the page?
The date
A salutation
Your name and contact information
The name and contact information of the recipient
Which of the following is the most preferred way to address the recipient of a cover letter?
Dear Hiring Manager
To whom it may concern
To Mr. or Ms. Taylor Johnson
Dear Dr. Johns
Which of the following is the recommended font size to use for a cover letter?
18 point
14 or 16 point
10 or 12 point
8 point
Which of the following is NOT a tip included in the presentation for making a cover letter distinct and effective?
Use generic letters or letter templates found online
Avoid overusing “I” and vary sentence structure
Proofread your cover letter carefully
Be direct rather than passive in sentence structure
