Application letter 1

Taylor, Inc.
694 Rockstar Lane
Durham, NC 27708
I just read an article in the New and Observer about Taylor’s new computer center just north
of Durham. I would like to apply for a position as an entry-level programmer at the center.
I understand that Taylor produces both in-house and customer documentation. I am a fresh
graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology in Atlanta with an Associate’s Degree in
Computer Science. In addition to having taken a broad range of courses, I served as a
computer consultant at the college’s computer center where I helped train computer users on
new systems.
I will be happy to meet you at your convenience and discuss how my education and
experience match your needs. You can reach me at my home address, at (9191) 233-1552, or
at [email protected].
Sincerely,
Raymond Krick

1. Why did Mr. Krick write the letter?

a. To apply for a job.
b. To ask for some information.
c. To introduce himself to Taylor.
d. To explain his educational background.
Jawaban: A

2. How does Mr. Krick know the vacancy?

a. From the radio.
b. From a colleague.
c. From a newspaper.
d. From the television.
Jawaban: C

3. What will the Human Resources Director probably do after reading the letter?
a. Evaluate the salary offered.
b. Start working at Taylor, Inc.
c. Promote Mr. Krick to be a manager.
d. Ask Mr. Krick to come for an interview
Jawaban: D

4. What is the synonym of the word ‘fresh’?

a. Old
b. New
c. Urgent
d. Present
Jawaban: B
Application letter 2

Dear sirs,
With reference to your advertisement in Today’s time, I would like to be considered for
Marketing Senior Assistant post.
My present position in n an electronic marketing staff where I have special responsibility for
home appliances. I also have experiences in other electronic goods, like cameras and smart
phones. I have been working as a marketing specialist as soon as I completed my first degree
in 2012. My tasks among other are building good relationship with distributors and
customers, and providing inputs for the company about pricing policies, marketing strategies,
and customer satisfaction.
Hoping to hear from you soon, I enclose my curriculum vitae and recent photograph.
Yours faithfully,
Harry Clarks

5. Why does the sender write the letter?

A. To apply for a certain position.
B. To provide inputs for the company.
C. To give information about his speciality.
D. To convince the readers about his experience.
Jawaban: A

6. What does the sender possibly do after sending the letter?

A. Wait for the response of the recipient.
B. Call the recipient for the confirmation.
C. Work as a marketing specialist.
D. Complete his firs degree
Jawaban: A

7. “…I enclose my curriculum vitae..” The word “enclose” is in the closest meaning to…
A. Hedge.
B. Attach.
C. Confine.
D. Encircle
Jawaban: B

Application letter 3

78 Jalan Balai Raya

East Jakarta
April 2, 2007
Ms. Dina Siregar.
Directory of Administration
Navaro Inc.
27 Jalan Edelweis.
Jakarta
Dear Ms. Siregar,
Your advertisement in March 30 issue of the ‘Republika’ was attractive because I believe I
have the proven skills you are requiring for an administrative assistant.
I am Linda and I’m 22 years old. I recently completed a three course Apple Computer
System. These specialization skills have proven valuable in my work for the past eight
months as an assistant to the chief accountant at Galaxy Building.
Since ‘proven skills’ are best explained in person I would appreciate an interview with you.
Please phone me
in the afternoon between and 5 p.m. at (021) 4733756 to let me know the day and time most
convenient for you.
Sincerely,
Linda
Enc.

8. What position is needed?

A. Receptionist.
B. Interviewer.
C. Chief accountant.
D. Administrative assistant.
Jawaban: D

9. What doe’s the applicant hope after sending the letter?

A. She will be a” manager.
B. She will start training.
C. She will receive the salary.
D. She will be interviewed.
Jawaban: D

10. “… proven skills” (line 5). The word ‘proven’ has a closest meaning to …
A. acknowledged
B. external
C. internal
D. outcome
Jawaban: A

Application letter 4

225 New Station Road,

Agra – 7
March 2, 2007
To: The Manager,
Navajivan Trading Co.
Dear Sir,
In response to your advertisement in “The Times of India” of today that you are on the
lookout for enterprising and capable men who can take up market research for you, I
respectfully offer myself as candidate for the post. I give below in brief my qualifications and
experience in the line for your kind consideration.
I am a diploma holder in commercial courses from S.D. College of Commerce, Agra, and had
taken marketing as my .special subject of study. I have worked as a field investigator with
Messrs Kirpal Marketing and Trading Co., Agra for about two years on a salary of Rs. 1
800/-p.m. and had the privilege of winning laurels from my superiors in regard to my work as
well as general conduct.
I am a young man of about 24 years and possess good health and personality. I have pleasing
manners, hardworking disposition and keenness for outdoor jobs. I am unmarried and can be
posted to any area of the country for market study. I can speak, beside Hindi, Punjabi, and
English, some southern languages too. I can join immediately.
I shall highly appreciate if an opportunity is given to me to explain my experience to you in
person during my interview. Would you kindly let me know the time and date when it will be
convenient for you? Thanking you, I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Yours faithfully,
B.K. Bhalla

11. What position does Bhalla apply for?

A. A candidate of a reporter in ‘The Times of India’.
B. A candidate of a market researcher.
C. A candidate of a field investigator.
D. A candidate of a university lecturer.
Jawaban: B

12. What will the company most probably do before inviting Bhalla to an interview?
A. To ask him to hold a press conference.
B. To admit him directly as a new employee.
C. To find information from his former employer.
D. To send back his application letter without notice.
Jawaban: C

13. “I give below in brief my qualifications …” (paragraph 1). The antonym of the phrase
“brief” is …
A. long
B. short
C. concise
D. simple
Jawaban: B

Application letter 5

Mr. William Chan

Personenel Manager
Wong and Lim Consulting
PO Box 583, Kwai Chung
Kowloon
Dear Mr. Chan,
I am writing to apply for the post of Management Trainee, which was advertised on the
Student Affairs Office notice board of the Hongkong Polytechnic University on 1 March
2005.
My working experience at Lucky Star Garment Manufactory Limited improved my
leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. I have
fluent spoken and written English. I also have fluent spoken and written Mandarin, and can
therefore work in mainland China.
Currently I am studying a B.A. in Management at the Hongkong Polytechnic University,
graduating in 2005. Subjects which I am studying that are relevant to the post of Management
Trainee include Operations Management, Human Resources Management, Accounting,
Marketing and strategic Management.
During my studies I have had the post of Executive in management Society. While leading
and organizing Management Society. While leading and organizing Management Society
activities I have improved my ability to lead and supervise subordinates effectively, ability to
work under pressure and ability to work in a team environment.
Working for Wong and Lim Consulting appeals to me because it has a good reputation and it
provides excellent training. Your organization produces a high-quality service, and I can
contribute to this with my leadership skills and my ability to work under pressure. I am
available for interview at any time. I look forward to meeting you.
Yours sincerely,
Wong Wai Man Wilfred

14. What is the job title?

A. Consultant
B. Operation management
C. Human resources management
D. Accounting
E. Management trainee
Jawaban: E

15. What skills and personnel qualities are required?

A. Leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
B. Fluent spoken and written Mandarin
C. Have known about environment
D. Hard worker
E. Willing to work overtime
Jawaban: A

16. What is the name of the company or organization Wong Wai man Wilfred applying to?
A. Lucky Star Garment Manufactory Limited
B. Hong Kong Polytechnic University
C. Marketing and Strategic Management
D. Wong and Lim Consultant
E. Executive in the Management Society
Jawaban: D

17. Where does Mr. Chan live?

A. In the city of China
B. In the city of Hong Kong
C. In the city of England
D. In the city of Malaysia
E. In the city of Singapore
Jawaban: B
18. Who send the letter?
A. Mr. Chan
B. Mr. Wong
C. Mrs. Lim
D. Mr. Wong Wai Man Wilfred
E. Mr. Kwai Chung
Jawaban: D

19. What does Mr. Wilfred enclose the application letter?

A. Address
B. Job interview
C. Resume
D. Reputation
E. Skills
Jawaban: C

20. How does Mr. Wilfred know this ad?

A. From Wong and Lim Consulting
B. From Student Affairs Office notice board
C. From Lucky Star Garment Manufactory
D. From Hong Kong Polytechnic University
E. From Management Society
Jawaban: B

21. What subject of study have relevant to Management Trainee?, except …

A. Operations Management
B. Human Resources Management
C. Accounting
D. Marketing and Strategic Management
E. Management Society
Jawaban: E

Application letter 6

Dini Aminarto
Jalan Elang 89
Tangerang Selatan 19837
October, 30th 2018
PO BOX 1393
JKB 11013
To whom it may concern,
I’m applying for the Project Manager position advertised through Jakarta Post. As shown in
the enclosed resume, I have a strong academic background in Chemical Engineer graduated
from Universitas Indonesia on 2007.
My current work as Project Management in various multinational company has given me
firsthand experience in the challenge associated with the development of a successful
Petrochemical Company. In addition, I have excellent managerial and communication skills
both in Bahasa Indonesia as well as English.
This background, combined with over ten years of Ethylene Plant Operation as Project
Management, has given me a unique perspective that would be particularly valuable in
meeting the responsibilities of this position, as described in your position. I am and
independent individual who capable to work under pressure.
I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my qualifications in more detail
and look forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Dini Aminarto

22. Who wrote the application letter?

A. Project Manager
B. Jakarta Post
C. Dini Aminarto
D. Chemical Engineer
Jawaban: C

23. What is the job position that applicant applied for?

A. Project Manager
B. General Manager
C. Chemical Engineer
D. Academician
Jawaban: A

24. Where did the company advertise the job opening?

A. Kompas
B. Jakarta Globe
C. Tribun
D. Jakarta Post
Jawaban: D

25. What are the skills that applicant presented on the application letter?
A. Managerial and communication skills
B. Accounting and managerial skills
C. Public speaking and communication skills
D. Bahasa Indonesia and English
Jawaban: A

26. How many years the applicant was working as Project Management?
A. 2 years
B. 8 years
C. 15 years
D. 10 years
Jawaban: D

27. I am and independent individual who capable to work under pressure. The word
“capable” has the same meaning to…
A. Irresponsible
B. Awkward
C. Competent
D. Professional
Jawaban: C
28. What the applicant has enclosed along with the application letter?
A. Resume
B. Biography
C. Photo
D. Certificate
Jawaban: A

29. Is there any information when the applicant graduated?

A. Yes, it’s on 2010.
B. Yes, it’s on 2007.
C. Yes, it’s on 2005.
D. No.
Jawaban: B

Application letter 7

Amar Mundi
Jl. S Alauddin
Makassar
087042689998
February 15,2014
Ms Rosmayana
SMAN 123
Pettarani Office
Makassar
Dear Ms Yana,
Thank you for posting your need for a teaching on Jobs.com. I am available to fill this
opening and can (30) … working immediately after hiring.
I (31) … obtained my degree from Makassar State University. As a graduate in English
Education, I have acquainted myself with a range of skills that would allow me to blend with
your school.
From your advertisement, I can see that you are looking for candidates who have (32) …
spoken and written English skills. I look forward to an opportunity to meet you and further
discuss my qualification.
Very truly yours,
Amar Mundi

30.
A. begin
B. pass
C. lose
D. stop
Jawaban: A

31.
A. totally
B. recently
C. discussed
D. intensively
Jawaban: B
32.
A. excellent
B. ordinary
C. common
D. normal
Jawaban: A

33. Why does the sender write the letter?

A. To apply for a certain position.
B. To provide inputs for the company.
C. To give information about his speciality.
D. To convince the readers about his experience.
Jawaban: A

1. Lindsay _____ not been to France.

a. has

b. is

c. have

Answer: a. has

2. _____ you finished your homework?

a. Have

b. Has

c. Is

Answer: a. Have

3. They ___ gone to a rock concert.

a. 's

b. 'es

c. 've

Answer: c. 've

4. _____ you been to Japan?

a. Is

b. Have
c. Has

Answer: b. Have

5. We _____ never eaten Mexican food.

a. have

b. has

c. are

Answer: a. have

6. Andrea has _____ her umbrella.

a. forget

b. forgetting

c. forgotten

Answer: c. forgotten

7. _____ the sun come up?

a. Was

b. Have

c. Has

Answer: c. Has

8. The children ________ the lost puppy.

a. have find

b. is finding

c. have found

Answer: c. have found

9. Wiwi's been a vegetarian _____ three years.

a. since

b. for
c. after

Answer: b. for

10. I haven't worked _____ last December.

a. since

b. for

c. by

Answer: a. since

2. _____ you finished your homework?

a. Have

b. Has

c. Is

3. My young sister …. ball to his friend. (bring)

a. Have not bring c. has brought

b. Have brought d. will bring

2. I have made a letter, but I ….. to Zaid (report) 

    a. Have reported c. has reported

    b. Have not reported d.has not reported

4. They went to your house, but You … At home (be)

    a. Have not been c. have been

    b. Has not been d. has been

6. Tiago and Toni …. to Jakarta. (go)

    a. Have gone c. has gone

    b. will go d. is going

7. They ,,,, rocks to his house (throw) 

    a. Have thrown c. has thrown

    b. will throw d. are throwing

8. We … a bioscop ticket last time, (buy)

    a. Have not bought c. have bought

    b. Has not bought d. has bought

9. Would you like something to drink? No, thanks. I …. So much?  ( have)

    a. Have drunk c. has drunk

    b. Will drank d.am drinking

12. I ,,, a new motorcycle in the store.(take)

    a. Have taken c. am take

    b. Has taken d. am not taking

13. Sabrina is away in June,  Sabrina … in Surabaya. (come) 

    a. Have not come c. have come

    b. Has not come d. has come

14. Zaid is back home from holiday now. Zaid … to Jakarta. (go)

    a. Have not gone c. have gone

    b. Has not gone d.has gone

15. Is Fadil in your home? No Fadil … to market (go)

    a. Have not gone c. have gone

    b. Has not gone d. has gone

16. She told Ameera about her house, but Ameera  … it. (forget)

    a. Have not forgotten c. have forgotten

    b. Has not forgotten d. has forgotten

make these sentence into passive voice

1. We have diluted the samples
2. She has deleted the unwanted app
3. You have confirmed your reservation.
4. They have roasted and degassed the coffee beans.
5. The seller has already shipped my orders.
6. He hasn't made a decision on whether he will retire or join another club
7. I still haven't watched the video.
8. Have they received the documents?
9. Why has the president announced the plan to close the detention facility?
10. Has he informed our empoyees?