choose the correct answer

 
Text 1
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 electroic 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 rencent photograph.
Yours faithfully,
Harry Clarks
 
1. 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.
2. 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
3. “…I enclose my curriculum vitae..”  The word “enclose” is in the closest meaning to…
A. Hedge.
B. Attach.
C. Confine.
D. Encircle
Text 2
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  [email protected].
Sincerely,
Raymond Krick
4. 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.
5. How does Mr. Krick know the vacancy?
a. From the radio.
b. From a colleague.
c. From a newspaper.
d. From the television.
6. 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
7. What is the synonym of the word ‘fresh’?
a. Old
b. New
c. Urgent
d. Present

Text 3
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
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. “I give below in brief my qualifications …” (paragraph 1). The antonym of the  phrase
“brief”  is …
A. long
B. short
C. concise
D. simple

Text 4
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.
11. What position is needed?
A. Receptionist.
B. Interviewer.
C. Chief accountant.
D. Administrative assistant.
12. 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.
13. “… proven skills” (line 5). The word ‘proven’ has a closest meaning to …
A. acknowledged
B. external
C. internal
D. outcome

Text 5
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

14. Who wrote the application letter?

a. Project Manager
b. Jakarta Post
c. Dini Aminarto
d. Chemical Engineer
15. What is the job position that applicant applied for?
a. Project Manager
b. General Manager
c. Chemical Engineer
d. Academician
16. Where did the company advertise the job opening?
a. Kompas
b. Jakarta Globe
c. Tribun
d. Jakarta Post
17. 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
18. How many years the applicant was working as Project Management?
a. 2 years
b. 8 years
c. 15 years
d. 10 years
19. 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
20. What the applicant has enclosed along with the application letter?
a. Resume
b. Biography
c. Photo
d. Certificate