Chapter 12 Self-Quiz B

. In which case would a follow-up letter be appropriate to send?

If, after one day, you do not receive an answer.

If, after you send your application, if you do not receive a reply to set up an interview.

If a company does reply to you, but does not offer you a job.

If, after two days, you do not receive an answer.

. What is (are) the main disadvantage(s) of a chronological résumé?

Any gaps in employment or educational history show up clearly.

They are more traditional.

They are suitable for most employment applications.

They are difficult for AI to read.

. Sending a follow-up letter to an employer a day after an interview is only acceptable if you are…

Writing to inquire if you got the job.

Expressing your appreciation for the interview and politely emphasizing your qualifications and interest in the position.

Writing to accept a job.

Willing to blow your chance of getting the job.

. What is a "cover letter" sometimes called?

résumé

persuasive letter

stipulation letter

letter of exchange detailed list of your hobbies.

. The style of your letter and résumé should be…

obsequious and desperate

arrogant and timid

interested, eager, and self-confident

submissive and incoherent

. When writing a cover letter you should begin by…

composing a clever opening

identifying several positions you are interested in

explaining that you are applying for a job

tell them how much you love the company's products

. In a cover letter, you should mention the salary you are seeking if…

there is no union to set a salary and benefits package

the advertisement asks you to indicate the salary you are seeking

there is no established industry standard that you are applying for a job

you don't want them contacting you for an interview unless they are willing to meet your minimum

. In the last paragraph of the body of your cover letter you should…

Indicate that you are available for an interview at the employers convenience and how best to contact you.

Refer the employer to your Facebook page or website

Tell the employer that you will be making a follow-up call in one week

State that you don't want them contacting you for an interview unless they are willing to meet your minimum salary requirements

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