content of cover letters
What are the three parts of a cover letter?
introduction, main part, ending
What does formal language mean? Name at least two aspects.
no slang, no short forms, no colloquial language
How do you address the person you are writing to?
Dear Sir/Madam
Dear Mr/Mrs
What should you do before writing the cover letter?
Read the ad; Research the company, find out who you write to, what do I have to attach, the skills you need for the job
What does the introduction highlight?
personal information, information on where you found the advertisement
True or False: Write coherent sentences and paragraphs.
True
How many pages should the cover letter be?
1 page
How do you make yourself interesting?
use strong adjectives, highlight your strengths
What do you include in the main part? Name at least three aspects.
your skills and qualities, your experiences, reasons for applying, your motivation, your references, your future plans, hobbies
Fill the gap: In the cover letter, your tone is ____________________.
respectful, polite, friendly, formal
What should you attach to your cover letter?
your CV, further references
True or false: It is important to outline your weaknesses in the cover letter.
Wrong: the cover letter only highlights your positive features.
What is the complimentary close?
Yours sincerely / Yours faithfully
True or false: Include icons and emojis to make your letter more appealing.
Wrong: Do not use any icons or emojis.
True or false: the person you address the cover letter to is irrelevant
Wrong: you should find out who you should address the cover letter to.
What is the goal of a cover letter?
To be invited to an interview. to make yourself interesting, to get a job contract
True or false: Is your signature typed?
No, it should be handwritten.