Chapter 10

Question 1

You should only write a cover letter when an employer requests one.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

The cover letter should elaborate on a few choice points in your resume; it should refer to your resume, but not repeat it.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

How long should a cover letter be?

Answer 3

No longer than 3/4 of a page.

Question 4

Topic sentences in the cover letter serve which of the following purpose(s)?
1.
Allow the reader to gather information quickly and easily
2.
Allow the reader to scan the main points of the letter
3.
Help the writer stay focused on one idea per paragraph
4.
All of the above

Answer 4

all of the above

Question 5

Which of the following information should be addressed in the opening/introduction of a cover letter?

Answer 5

Persuasively explain your motivation

Question 6

The chapter on cover letters and personal statements recommends avoiding which of the following structures for organizing a personal statement:

Answer 6

A narrative, or chronological, structure.

Question 7

The opening/introduction of a cover letter should identify the position desired and the source.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

Using terms like “ideal,” “perfect,” or “most qualified candidate” is a good way to establish your confidence with cover letter readers.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

The “Cover Letters and Personal Statements” chapter recommends which of the following methods for organizing the body of a cover letter or personal statement:

Answer 9

According to the main qualifications listed in the job ad, arranged in order of importance.

Question 10

According to the cover letter reading, your cover letter should:

Answer 10

Emphasize key qualifications

Question 11

Don’t mention the company you are applying to in the cover letter, only focus on developing evidence of your skills.

Answer 11

False

Question 12

In general, a cover letter should convey your relevant experience in what way?

Answer 12

By making the case how you meet the main qualifications listed in the job ad.

Question 13

When writing a cover letter or personal statement, which of the following should you avoid:

A.
Using clichés

B.	 Calling attention to weaknesses 

C.	 Damaging your image 

D.	 All of the other answers

Answer 13

All of the other answers.

Question 14

According to the cover letters and personal statements chapter, which of these is NOT a main purpose of the cover letter?

Answer 14

To demonstrate your vocabulary

Question 15

You should avoid showing any attitude, personality, and enthusiasm in the cover letter.

Answer 15

False