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1. Write two cover letters suitable for job vacancies in a newspaper. Be sure to include the job
advertisement.

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G.A Tharul Roosara Gatamanna
No.62, Ananda Mithree Mw, Bellapitiya,
Horana, 12400
03/01/2025

Hiring Manager
Classic Venture (Pvt) Ltd
No. 196, Park Road
Colombo 05

Application for Secretary Position

Dear Hiring Manager,

I'm thrilled to submit my application to Classic Venture (Pvt) Ltd. for the Secretary position. I am
excited to join your team and maintain the high standards your business is recognized for since I have
a solid history in administrative support, outstanding communication skills, and a positive, can-do
attitude.

I have developed my abilities to prioritize activities, maintain organization, and rapidly adjust to new
obstacles in my past employment. My attention to detail and computer program expertise enable me to
manage a variety of administrative tasks accurately and efficiently. In addition to my technical
abilities, I enjoy building cooperative relationships with clients and coworkers to create a pleasant and
professional atmosphere.

I am especially drawn to Classic Venture (Pvt) Ltd because of your track record of providing reliable,
high-quality services to some of Sri Lanka's top commercial enterprises. Being a part of an
organization that prioritizes excellence and integrity greatly aligns with my personal work ethic and
career goals.

I would adore the chance to join your team, give my abilities and passion, and help your operations
succeed. To schedule a conversation, don't hesitate to contact me at 0766842902 or
[email protected] .

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I appreciate you taking a look at my application. The prospect of working for Classic Venture (Pvt)
Ltd excites me, and I eagerly await the chance to talk about how I may benefit your company.

Yours sincerely,
Tharul Roosara Gatamanna

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G.A Tharul Roosara Gatamanna
No.62, Ananda Mithree Mw, Bellapitiya,
Horana, 12400
03/01/2025

Hiring Manager
China National Aero Technology
International Engineering Corporation
The Fourth Floor, Tower 03, ASTORIA
Colombo 03, Sri Lanka

Application for Business Development Executive Position

Dear Hiring Manager,

Applying for AVIC Astoria's Business Development Executive role excites me. With a strong
background in business administration and a track record of fostering relationships and deciphering
intricate business environments, I am excited to help your prestigious company expand and succeed.

I feel that the talents I have developed in my past employment closely match the requirements of this
position:

 I have successfully developed and implemented strategies that identified and secured new
business opportunities, driving measurable growth.
 Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with clients, partners, and
stakeholders has been a cornerstone of my career.
 I have conducted detailed market research to inform data-driven decisions, ensuring
competitiveness and adaptability in dynamic markets.
 Crafting compelling proposals, delivering impactful presentations, and producing detailed
reports are strengths I bring to every role.

In addition to my work experience, I perform best in cooperative settings where I can collaborate with
people from other departments to accomplish common objectives. I enjoy the opportunity to represent
organizations at events and networking gatherings because it enables me to demonstrate my

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enthusiasm for developing deep business connections.

I'm particularly excited about AVIC Astoria because of its stellar reputation for quality and creativity.
The chance to support your cause excites me, and I am sure that my proactive style and dedication to
fostering progress will have a significant influence. I would be happy to talk about how my experience
and qualifications meet your requirements for this position. You can reach me at 0766842902 or
[email protected] whenever it is convenient for you.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to your team
and help drive AVIC Astoria's continued success.

Yours sincerely,
Tharul Roosara Gatamanna

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1. Which is correct: "The teacher, along with the students, is going" or "The teacher, along with
the students, are going"?
"The teacher, along with the students, is going."
2. Identify the type of clause in the sentence: "Although she was tired, she continued working."
"Although she was tired" — subordinate clause
"she continued working" — main clause
3. Fill in the blank: "No sooner did she entered the room than the phone rang." (do/did)
4. Correct the sentence: "Each of the students have submitted their assignments."
"Each of the students has submitted their assignments."
5. What is the function of "to read" in the sentence: "Her goal is to read every day"?
"Noun"
6. Convert to passive voice: "They are building a new bridge in the city."
"A new bridge is being built by them in the city."
7. Rewrite this in active voice: "The book was written by an unknown author."
"An unknown author wrote the book."
8. Which is correct: "Mistakes are made" or "Mistakes make"?
"Mistakes are made."
9. Fill in the blank: "You should have finished the task by now. Why is it incomplete?"
(should/must)
10. What the difference is between "may" and "might" in expressing possibility?
May - Can also be used to ask for permission.
Might - It can also imply that something is less likely than when using "may."
11. Which modal verb is appropriate: "You must not smoke in this area." (should/must)
12. She is excellent at mathematics.
13. . The book was written by an award-winning author.
14. I was surprised by her behaviour at the party.
15. He’s been absent from work for two weeks.
16. The new policy comes into effect next Monday.

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17. . Choose the correct sentence.
a) If I was you, I would take the opportunity.
b) If I were you, I would take the opportunity.
c) If I had been you, I would take the opportunity.
d) If I were you, I will take the opportunity.
18. Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb:
By the time we arrived, the guests ____ dinner.
a) finished
b) had finished
c) have finished
d) were finishing
19. Identify the correct sentence with proper parallelism:
a) She enjoys reading novels, watching movies, and to travel.
b) She enjoys reading novels, watching movies, and traveling.
c) She enjoys to read novels, watching movies, and traveling.
d) She enjoys reading novels, watch movies, and traveling.
20. Which sentence uses the subjunctive mood correctly?
a) It is essential that she attends the meeting.
b) It is essential that she attend the meeting.
c) It is essential that she has attended the meeting.
d) It is essential that she will attend the meeting.
21. Fill in the blank with the appropriate conditional sentence:
If he ____ harder, he could have won the race.
a) tries
b) had tried
c) would try
d) was trying
22. Choose the grammatically correct sentence:
a) Neither of the options are suitable for us.
b) Neither of the options is suitable for us.
c) Neither option are suitable for us.
d) Neither options is suitable for us.

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23. Choose the correct use of modifiers:
a) Having finished the assignment, the TV was turned on by Jane.
b) Having finished the assignment, Jane turned on the TV.
c) Jane, having finished the assignment, the TV was turned on.
d) Having finished the assignment, the TV turned itself on.

24. Fill in the blank with the correct tense:

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