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Taylor, Inc.
694 Rockstar Lane
Durham, NC 27708
Dear Human Resources Director:
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 rock@devry.alumni.edu.
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.
2. How does Mr. Krick know the vacancy?
a. From the radio.
b. From a colleague.
c. From a newspaper.
d. From the television.
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
4. What is the synonym of the word ‘fresh’?
a. Old
b. New
c. Urgent
d. Present
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.
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
7. “…I enclose my curriculum vitae..” The word “enclose” is in the closest
meaning to…
A. Hedge.
B. Attach.
C. Confine.
D. Encircle
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.
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.
10. “… proven skills” (line 5). The word ‘proven’ has a closest meaning to
…
A. acknowledged
B. external
C. internal
D. outcome
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
18. Who send the letter?
A. Mr. Chan
B. Mr. Wong
C. Mrs. Lim
D. Mr. Wong Wai Man Wilfred
E. Mr. Kwai Chung
19. What does Mr. Wilfred enclose the application letter?
A. Address
B. Job interview
C. Resume
D. Reputation
E. Skills
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