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In the context of application letters, what does 'with reference to' typically introduce?
In the context of application letters, what does 'with reference to' typically introduce?
- A detailed personal anecdote
- The source where the job posting was found (correct)
- A request for an interview
- A summary of your skills
Which word suggests a desire for something new and stimulating in a career?
Which word suggests a desire for something new and stimulating in a career?
- Opportunity
- Challenge (correct)
- Interview
- Consideration
What does expressing that you are 'confident' usually imply in an application letter?
What does expressing that you are 'confident' usually imply in an application letter?
- Belief in your abilities to succeed (correct)
- Hope for a quick response
- Uncertainty about the company's values
- Doubt about fitting the role
In an application letter, what are you offering when you write 'to provide' services?
In an application letter, what are you offering when you write 'to provide' services?
Which of the following indicates that you hope to meet with the employer?
Which of the following indicates that you hope to meet with the employer?
A cover letter is not the same as an application letter.
A cover letter is not the same as an application letter.
When writing a cover letter, it is inappropriate to reference a job announcement on a website.
When writing a cover letter, it is inappropriate to reference a job announcement on a website.
Expressing particular interest in the specific job demonstrates your enthusiasm.
Expressing particular interest in the specific job demonstrates your enthusiasm.
It is not advisable to mention your key skills or areas of expertise in a cover letter.
It is not advisable to mention your key skills or areas of expertise in a cover letter.
Thanking the reader for their time and consideration is a standard practice in a cover letter.
Thanking the reader for their time and consideration is a standard practice in a cover letter.
Match the vocabulary word with its scenario in a cover letter:
Match the vocabulary word with its scenario in a cover letter:
Match the following scenarios with the most appropriate phrase used in application letters:
Match the following scenarios with the most appropriate phrase used in application letters:
Match each sentence completion with the appropriate vocabulary word related to qualities and skills:
Match each sentence completion with the appropriate vocabulary word related to qualities and skills:
Match the sentence beginnings to the best corresponding ending to create a coherent statement for a cover letter:
Match the sentence beginnings to the best corresponding ending to create a coherent statement for a cover letter:
Match the following actions with their corresponding phrases used when applying for a job:
Match the following actions with their corresponding phrases used when applying for a job:
Connect the sentence parts to create complete phrases common in cover letters.
Connect the sentence parts to create complete phrases common in cover letters.
When referencing an announcement, you can start with: '__reference to the announcement on your website...'
When referencing an announcement, you can start with: '__reference to the announcement on your website...'
You can apply for a job ______ by writing 'I am writing to apply for your job...',
You can apply for a job ______ by writing 'I am writing to apply for your job...',
To show specific interest in a job, write 'I am ______ interested in this job.'
To show specific interest in a job, write 'I am ______ interested in this job.'
When describing your experience, you might say, 'I ______ services in investment banking'.
When describing your experience, you might say, 'I ______ services in investment banking'.
If skilled in a certain area, you can state 'I have become an ______ in sales'.
If skilled in a certain area, you can state 'I have become an ______ in sales'.
To highlight growth, note 'I have ______ a great knowledge of uncommon business practices'.
To highlight growth, note 'I have ______ a great knowledge of uncommon business practices'.
When looking forward to working with a company, state 'I am looking forward to the ______ to work with you'.
When looking forward to working with a company, state 'I am looking forward to the ______ to work with you'.
If you want to grow, you can write 'I am now looking for a new ______'.
If you want to grow, you can write 'I am now looking for a new ______'.
When expressing that you are certain that your skills would be useful, write 'I am ______ that I will be an excellent addition to your team'.
When expressing that you are certain that your skills would be useful, write 'I am ______ that I will be an excellent addition to your team'.
In your closing statement, say 'Thank you for your time and ______'.
In your closing statement, say 'Thank you for your time and ______'.
Flashcards
With reference to
With reference to
In relation to; concerning. Common in formal letters to indicate the subject.
Opening
Opening
A job vacancy or available position within a company.
To provide
To provide
To furnish or supply something; to make something available.
Opportunity
Opportunity
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Confident
Confident
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Expert
Expert
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To develop
To develop
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Challenge
Challenge
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To share
To share
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Fit
Fit
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Interview
Interview
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Consideration
Consideration
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To identify
To identify
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Particularly
Particularly
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To consider
To consider
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Study Notes
- The quiz focuses on writing effective application letters, or cover letters
- The primary emphasis is on understanding the essential components of a compelling cover letter
Key Vocabulary and Phrases
- With reference to: A preposition that introduces the topic or subject, e.g., "With reference to the announcement on your website, I am writing…"
- Opening: Refers to a job vacancy, e.g., "I am writing to apply for your job opening, which I found listed on your website."
- Particularly: An adverb indicating specific interest, e.g., "I am particularly interested in this job."
- To Provide: A verb describing the act of rendering or supplying services, e.g., "I provided services in investment banking and private banking."
- Expert: A noun for someone with specialized knowledge or skill, e.g., "I have become an expert in sales."
- To Develop: A verb meaning to improve or expand, e.g., "I have developed a great knowledge of uncommon business practices."
- Opportunity: A noun referring to a chance or prospect, e.g., "I am looking forward to the opportunity to work with you."
- Challenge: A noun describing a stimulating task or difficulty, e.g., "I am now looking for a new challenge."
- To Share: A verb meaning to impart or distribute, e.g., "I am now looking for a position that will allow me to share my knowledge and skills with more people."
- To Identify: A verb indicating a sense of connection or understanding, e.g., "I want to work with an organization that I can really identify with."
- Confident: An adjective expressing assurance in one's abilities, e.g., "I am confident that I will be an excellent addition to your team."
- Consideration: A noun referring to thoughtfulness or attention, e.g., "Thank you for your time and consideration."
- To Consider: A verb meaning to think about or take into account, e.g., "Thank you for considering my application."
- Fit: A noun describing suitability or match, e.g., "I look forward to meeting with you to further discuss my fit for this role."
- Interview: A noun denoting a formal meeting for evaluation, e.g., "I look forward to a personal interview."
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