Quiz: Letters of Application

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Quiz + further instruction: Letters of Application

Check and expand your knowledge of conventions, useful phrases and formal linking words

Should you include your own name in your address at the top?

A

yes

B

no

The way you open your letter depends on: (two possible answers)

A

whether you know the name of the person you're writing to

B

how formal the letter needs to be

C

the kind of job you're applying for

D

whether it's an open application or one for a specific job

If you know the name of the person you're writing to, you should close with:

A

Yours faithfully,

B

Yours sincerely,

C

Kind regards,

D

Yours truly,

Which sentences can you learn by heart to prepare for a letter of application?

A

the whole first paragraph

B

the first few sentences

C

the first and the last sentence(s)

D

the last few sentences

What can you learn by heart for letters of application?

1. The opening (salutation) and closing:

   Dear Mr/Ms Name + Yours sincerely

   Dear Sir or Madam + Yours faithfully

2. The opening sentence:

   I would like to apply for the position of .... as advertised on/in ... (bij een gerichte sollicitatie)

   or:

   I am writing because I am interested in .... (open sollicitatie)

   or:

   I am writing to enquire if you have any vancancies in .... (open sollicitatie)

What can you learn by heart for letters of application?

3. The last few sentences,:

   Thank you very much for considering my application.

   and/or:

   I would be available to come in for an interview at any time from .... to ....

   or:

   I would be happy to discuss any possible vacancy with you at your convenience. (if it's an open application)

   and:

   I look forward to hearing from you.

   
   

For more phrases, see p. 44-45 in your reference book (5.8: een sollicitatie- of motivatiebrief schrijven)

Ook handig:

In een sollicitatiebrief zul je altijd iets over jezelf moeten zeggen. Dus het is zeker nuttig om (zeker als je dit lastig vindt) ook meerdere zinnen voor te bereiden over jezelf.

For example:

My current boss tells me I am competent and reliable. I will always try to perform my duties to the best of my abilities. Furthermore, I am a sociable and people-oriented person. I enjoy being part of a team.

Also see: p. 44 van het reference boekje (jezelf beschrijven)

Don't forget to use formal linking words!

Example paragraph:

During my time working at a restaurant in Nijmegen, I gained experience in both customer service and teamwork. I took orders and served food. In addition, I was responsible for ensuring a clean and welcoming environment. Moreover, I assisted in the kitchen during busy hours, which improved my time management skills. As a result, I have developed a strong work ethic and the ability to handle pressure effectively.

Translate: Ik wil graag solliciteren op de functie van ....

A

I want to apply for the position as

B

I would apply for the position of

C

I would like to apply for the position of

D

I would like to apply for the position of a

Translate: Ik zit in 5 HAVO. (two possible answers)

A

I am sitting in my last year of HAVO.

B

I am in my final year of high school.

C

I am in 5 HAVO.

D

I am in my final year of HAVO (Higher General Secondary Education).

Translate: Ik heb twee jaar als keukenhulp gewerkt.

A

I worked as a kitchen assistant for two years.

B

I have worked as a kitchen assistant for two years.

C

I have been working for two years as a kitchen assistant.

D

I worked for two years as a kitchen assistant.

Wat is het verschil in betekenis tussen 'teach' and 'learn'?

Final question: Wat zijn de verschillende vormen van 'choose'?

A

choose - choose - chosen

B

choose - chosed - chosed

C

choose - chose - chosen

D

choose - choose - choosed