Answer these questions using the Cover Letter links provided.

1. Identify five functions of a cover letter.

 

 

2. When should you send a cover letter?

 

 

3. Identify three types of cover letters and briefly describe each.

 

 

4. What information is included in the first paragraph of the cover letter?

 

 

5. What information is included in the second paragraph?

 

 

6. What information is included in the third paragraph?

 

 

7. What information is in the fourth ( final) paragraph?

 

 

8. How can you tailor your letter to a job ad?

 

 

9. Identify three attention getting formats.

 

 

10. Identify five common mistakes.

 

 

11. Why is it important to know about the company before preparing a cover letter?

 

 

12. How can you find out about the company?