Rubric Rules
What is the target word count for the letter to the editor described in the rubric?
(Answer: 150-200 words)
In which paragraph should you state your reason for writing and your overall opinion?
(Answer: Paragraph A / The Introduction)
Complete this sentence: "I am writing ________ the article entitled ‘Have job fairs become obsolete?’"
(Answer: In connection with)
According to Paragraph B, what is one thing a face-to-face meeting allows employers to assess that an online app doesn't?
(Answer: Personality, experience, or job skills)
Who is the intended audience for this specific letter?
(Answer: The editor of the newspaper/the general public)
How many main body paragraphs are used in the model letter to present different viewpoints?
(Answer: Three paragraphs—B, C, and D)
Which phrase means "despite" or "even though": "Contrary to" or "Regardless of"?
(Answer: Regardless of)
According to Paragraph C, why is a job fair faster than an online application?
(Answer: Resumes are promptly assessed / there is an immediate response)
According to the rubric, what are two specific language features you should use in a formal letter? (
Answer: Formal linkers, advanced vocabulary, complex sentences, or passive forms)
What is the purpose of the final paragraph (Paragraph E)?
(Answer: To summarize the points and restate the writer’s opinion)
Use this phrase to start a sentence: "________ some people’s beliefs, job fairs are still very effective."
(Answer: Contrary to)
Paragraph D mentions that job fairs help build what specific trait in candidates?
(Answer: Self-confidence)
What is the specific topic or "negative opinion" you are meant to disagree with in your letter?
(Answer: The idea that job fairs are dead/obsolete/a waste of time)
The model letter starts with "Dear Sir/Madam." How should it formalistically end?
(Answer: Yours faithfully)
If you want to provide background info as an opening, you might say: "I would like to recount my personal experience ________ introduction."
(Answer: By way of)
True or False: The model letter agrees with the experts who say job fairs are a waste of time.
(Answer: False—the writer strongly disagrees)