EXERCISE
APPLICATION LETTER
Name : Faiza Latifa Khairunnisa (12)
Class : XII IPS 6
Answer these questions correctly!
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?
Answer: A. To apply for a certain position.
2. What does the sender possibly do after sending the letter?
Answer: A. Wait for the response of the recipient.
3. “…I enclose my curriculum vitae..” The word “enclose” is in the closest meaning to…
Answer: B. Attach.
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?
Answer: A. To apply for a job.
5. How does Mr. Krick know the vacancy?
Answer: C. From a newspaper.
6. What will the Human Resources Director probably do after reading the letter?
Answer: D. Ask Mr. Krick to come for an interview
7. What is the synonym of the word ‘fresh’?
Answer: B. New
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?
Answer: B. A candidate of a market researcher.
9. What will the company most probably do before inviting Bhalla to an interview?
Answer: C. To find information from his former employer.
10. “I give below in brief my qualifications …” (paragraph 1). The antonym of the phrase “brief”
is …
Answer: B. short
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?
Answer: D. Administrative assistant.
12. What does the applicant hope after sending the letter?
Answer: D. She will be interviewed.
13. “… proven skills” (line 5). The word ‘proven’ has a closest meaning to …
Answer: A. acknowledged
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?
Answer: C. Dini Aminarto
15. What is the job position that applicant applied for?
Answer: A. Project Manager
16. Where did the company advertise the job opening?
Answer: D. Jakarta Post
17. What are the skills that applicant presented on the application letter?
Answer: A. Managerial and communication skills
18. How many years the applicant was working as Project Management?
Answer: D. 10 years
19. I am and independent individual who capable to work under pressure. The word “capable” has
the same meaning to…
Answer: C. Competent
20. What the applicant has enclosed along with the application letter?
Answer: A. Resume
21. Is there any information when the applicant graduated?
Answer: B. Yes, it’s on 2007.
