Question 1

The summary sentence or paragraph serves as an organizing device for a cover letter.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

One should avoid using a you-attitude in an application letter since it makes one sound arrogant.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Irrespective of whether a job opportunity has been advertised or not,a generic cover letter fits both situations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

When one must compete against many other applicants to get an interview slot,_.

Accepted Answer

A) a one-size-fits-all letter will definitely work 
B) one needs to target one's letter to the specific company 
C) one must begin sentences with "I" instead of introductory clauses or adverbs 
D) one should avoid using sentences that begin with "me" or "my" 
A) a one-size-fits-all letter will definitely work 
B) one needs to target one's letter to the specific company 
C) one must begin sentences with "I" instead of introductory clauses or adverbs 
D) one should avoid using sentences that begin with "me" or "my"

Question 5

Which of the following letters should you write when you've been advised to apply by a professor or friend?

Accepted Answer

A) Solicited letter 
B) Prospecting letter 
C) Tracking letter 
D) Unsolicited letter 
A) Solicited letter 
B) Prospecting letter 
C) Tracking letter 
D) Unsolicited letter

Question 6

Which of the following is a good opening for a solicited cover letter?

Accepted Answer

A) "In this technology-centric world,a company that focuses on people is hard to find." 
B) "The impact that your organization's green ventures create is incredible." 
C) "Delivering information to a reader is relatively easy but captivating a reader requires skill." 
D) "I have a good background in human resource management principles and strategies." 
A) "In this technology-centric world,a company that focuses on people is hard to find." 
B) "The impact that your organization's green ventures create is incredible." 
C) "Delivering information to a reader is relatively easy but captivating a reader requires skill." 
D) "I have a good background in human resource management principles and strategies."

Question 7

Which of the following sentences helps one sound assertive without being arrogant?

Accepted Answer

A) "Creativity,hard work,and dedication are my strong attributes." 
B) "Working as a cartoonist for the Calgary Sun helped me expand my creative talent." 
C) "My creativity is exemplified by the popularity of my art website." 
D) "Your business would benefit by making use of my talent in sketching." 
A) "Creativity,hard work,and dedication are my strong attributes." 
B) "Working as a cartoonist for the Calgary Sun helped me expand my creative talent." 
C) "My creativity is exemplified by the popularity of my art website." 
D) "Your business would benefit by making use of my talent in sketching."

Question 8

Which of the following is a good ending for a solicited cover letter?

Accepted Answer

A) "If given an opportunity to work in your organization,I am confident of doing well." 
B) "I cannot assure you of being better than other candidates,but I promise to do my best." 
C) "Please hire me since I have the qualifications and experience required for the job." 
D) "Please contact me at your convenience to arrange an interview date and time." 
A) "If given an opportunity to work in your organization,I am confident of doing well." 
B) "I cannot assure you of being better than other candidates,but I promise to do my best." 
C) "Please hire me since I have the qualifications and experience required for the job." 
D) "Please contact me at your convenience to arrange an interview date and time."

Question 9

When one must compete against dozens-perhaps hundreds or even thousands-of
applicants for an interview slot,one needs to target one's letter to the specific company.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following should a prospecting letter begin with?

Accepted Answer

A) A list of qualifications and achievements pertaining to the job 
B) A statement indicating that one is applying for the job 
C) A statement primarily intended to capture the interest of the reader 
D) A statement of goodwill asking for an interview 
A) A list of qualifications and achievements pertaining to the job 
B) A statement indicating that one is applying for the job 
C) A statement primarily intended to capture the interest of the reader 
D) A statement of goodwill asking for an interview

Question 11

Briefly summarize the different ways in which one can separate oneself from other applicants.

Accepted Answer

Good word choices can help set one's let

Question 12

Which of the following sentences is likely to help one set one's letter apart from other application letters?

Accepted Answer

A) "I would like to apply for the position of human resources manager as advertised in the Calgary Sun." 
B) "I have excellent communication and people-management skills." 
C) "Please consider me for the position of human resources manager." 
D) "The role of your company in promoting people-management skills in Canada is unparalleled." 
A) "I would like to apply for the position of human resources manager as advertised in the Calgary Sun." 
B) "I have excellent communication and people-management skills." 
C) "Please consider me for the position of human resources manager." 
D) "The role of your company in promoting people-management skills in Canada is unparalleled."

Question 13

A solicited cover letter will help one tap into the hidden job market.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is true of a prospecting letter?

Accepted Answer

A) After sending the letter,one must call the employer and demonstrate assertiveness by demanding an interview. 
B) One or two specific details about one's prospective employer are usually enough to demonstrate one's knowledge. 
C) Unsupported claims will help one sound confident and increase one's reader's curiosity. 
D) Since the employer is planning to hire,one must wait to be contacted by the prospective employer. 
A) After sending the letter,one must call the employer and demonstrate assertiveness by demanding an interview. 
B) One or two specific details about one's prospective employer are usually enough to demonstrate one's knowledge. 
C) Unsupported claims will help one sound confident and increase one's reader's curiosity. 
D) Since the employer is planning to hire,one must wait to be contacted by the prospective employer.

Question 15

In which of following should one indicate that one will follow up with the employer?

Accepted Answer

A) Solicited letters 
B) Job portal ads 
C) Referrals 
D) Prospecting letters 
A) Solicited letters 
B) Job portal ads 
C) Referrals 
D) Prospecting letters

Question 16

Which of the following must one do in the first paragraphs of a prospecting letter?

Accepted Answer

A) Indicate when one would be available for an interview 
B) Mention that one needs a job 
C) Show how one's skills and experience can benefit the employer 
D) Show assertiveness by mentioning that one would call the employer 
A) Indicate when one would be available for an interview 
B) Mention that one needs a job 
C) Show how one's skills and experience can benefit the employer 
D) Show assertiveness by mentioning that one would call the employer

Question 17

One should ask for a job in the first paragraph of a prospecting letter.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A solicited cover letter should begin with a statement that expresses interest in the available job opportunity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Describe the composition of the first paragraph in a solicited letter.

Accepted Answer

The first paragraph in a solicited lette

Question 20

If a job description states numerous qualifications,one should make sure that one's application letter addresses each one of them in detail.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 25: Creating Persuasive Résumés

The summary sentence or paragraph serves as an organizing device for a cover letter.

One should avoid using a you-attitude in an application letter since it makes one sound arrogant.

Irrespective of whether a job opportunity has been advertised or not,a generic cover letter fits both situations.

When one must compete against many other applicants to get an interview slot,_.

Which of the following letters should you write when you've been advised to apply by a professor or friend?

Which of the following is a good opening for a solicited cover letter?

Which of the following sentences helps one sound assertive without being arrogant?

Which of the following is a good ending for a solicited cover letter?

When one must compete against dozens-perhaps hundreds or even thousands-of applicants for an interview slot,one needs to target one's letter to the specific company.

Which of the following should a prospecting letter begin with?

Briefly summarize the different ways in which one can separate oneself from other applicants.

Which of the following sentences is likely to help one set one's letter apart from other application letters?

A solicited cover letter will help one tap into the hidden job market.

Which of the following is true of a prospecting letter?

In which of following should one indicate that one will follow up with the employer?

Which of the following must one do in the first paragraphs of a prospecting letter?

One should ask for a job in the first paragraph of a prospecting letter.

A solicited cover letter should begin with a statement that expresses interest in the available job opportunity.

Describe the composition of the first paragraph in a solicited letter.

If a job description states numerous qualifications,one should make sure that one's application letter addresses each one of them in detail.

Introducing Business Communications

Adapting Your Messages to Your Audience

Communicating Across Cultures

Planning, Writing, and Revising

Designing Documents, Slides, and Screens

Formatting Hardcopy Letters and Memos

Writing Electronic Messages

Composing Informative and Positive Messages

Composing Negative Messages

Composing Persuasive Messages

Communicating Reader Benefits

Communicating With Positive Emphasis

Communicating You-Attitude

Researching Information

Synthesizing and Documenting Information

Writing Information Reports

Writing Proposals and Analytical Reports

Writing Formal Reports

Using Visuals

Listening

Working and Writing in Teams

Planning, Managing, and Recording Meetings

Making Oral Presentations

Researching Jobs

Creating Persuasive Application Letters

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