Taylor, Inc.

694 Rockstar Lane

Durham, NC 27708

Dear Human Resources Director:

I just read an article in the New and Observer about Taylors 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 Associates Degree in Computer Science. In addition to
having taken a broad range of courses, I served as a computer consultant at the colleges 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.

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 Todays 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 Im 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 does 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

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

Application letter 6

Dini Aminarto
Jalan Elang 89
Tangerang Selatan 19837

October, 30th 2018

PO BOX 1393
JKB 11013

To whom it may concern,

Im 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

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

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

24. Where did the company advertise the job opening?

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

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

26. How many years the applicant was working as Project Management?

A. 2 years
B. 8 years
C. 15 years
D. 10 years

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

28. What the applicant has enclosed along with the application letter?

A. Resume
B. Biography
C. Photo
D. Certificate

29. Is there any information when the applicant graduated?

A. Yes, its on 2010.

B. Yes, its on 2007.
C. Yes, its on 2005.
D. No.

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