Cover Letters & Résumés - Cover Letters
Directions:
Answer the following questions.
1. In which paragraph of a cover letter should you describe why you are interested in
the company?
A. First paragraph
B. Middle paragraph
C. Third paragraph
D. Closing paragraph
2. What are cover letters also called?
A. Letter of appreciation
B. Letter of preparation
C. Letter of application
D. Letter of anticipation
3. Which of the following is NOT a way the first paragraph should use to draw the
employer’s interest?
A. Listing applicant’s qualifications
B. Praising the company
C. Mentioning a mutual contact if there is one
D. Referencing the placement of the job posting
4. Which of the following should the closing paragraph NOT do?
A. Request an interview at the employer’s convenience
B. Describe why you are interested in the company
C. Inform the employer you will call for his or her reaction to the résumé
D. Refer the employer to the enclosed résumé
5. Which of the following is true about cover letters?
A. Cover letters are equivalent to a personal sales pitch
B. Cover letters can be the same for all prospective employers
C. Cover letters should not list anything specific about the company
D. Cover letters should be sent the day before the résumé