Test your cover letter knowledge
Many of the questions from the Cover Letter Quiz are found on LiveCareer.com
Which statement is not a function of a cover letter?
To show how well you write
To inform the employer what job you are applying for
To inform the reader what you will get out of the job you are applying for
To entice the reader to get to know you better by interviewing you
When should you send a cover letter?
When you need to list your salary requirements
Every time you send out your resume
When you need to list references
When an ad specifically requests it
Which of the following should you never mention in your cover letter closing?
Request an interview
List your contact information
Thanking the employer for considering you for the position
Look forward to speaking further
What is the best way to make value judgments or speak about personal attributes in a cover letter?
Use very positive language in making the claim
There is no good way to substantiate your claims so omit them
Also include any issues with previous jobs
Back up your claims with specific examples
If you are not fully qualified for the position it's always best to explain why. True or False?
True
False
Transferable skills should only be mentioned in the resume, not the cover letter. True or False?
False
True
Employers like candidates that express a willingness to perform any available job. True or False?
True
False
It's ok to mention skills gained in school even if they are unrelated to the job. True or False?
False
True
Which of the following is necessary for an effective cover letter?
Opening, body and closing paragraphs
Addressing the cover letter to a specific department
Connecting your skills mentioned in the advertisement
All of the above
The effectiveness of a cover letter depends on the job you're applying for?
True
False
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