Writing a Cover Letter

Which of these statements is true about the purpose of a cover letter?

• to ask to be considered for a specific job

• to motivate the reader to interview you

• to demonstrate your interest in a company

• to make a good first impression

• to discuss what you have to offer to a company

A cover letter is read before a resume.

• True

• False

Your cover letter should go into great detail about your job history and accomplishments.

• True

• False

Your cover letter should use a casual tone.

• True

• False

What information should you gather when researching a company in preparation for writing your cover letter? Make a list.

There are three parts of a cover letter. What are they?

• Skill Review

• Call to Action

• Job History

• Interest and Desire

• Attention

In what part of your cover letter should you request an interview?

• introductory paragraph

• body paragraphs

• closing paragraph

In what part of your letter should you emphasize what you have learned and how you will be an asset to the company?

• introductory paragraph

• body paragraphs

• closing paragraph

In what part of your letter should you mention the specific job for which you are applying?

• introductory paragraph

• body paragraphs

• closing paragraph

According to the rubric, how many points is each section of your letter worth?

• 5

• 10

• 15

• 20