Writing a letter of application - Unit 5
B2 First · Open Cloze · Ready for B2 First 4th Edition, Macmillan Education Limited
For questions 1–8, read the text below and think of the word which best fits each space. Use only one word in each space. There is an example at the beginning.
Here are a (0) ___ tips on how to write a formal application letter. Firstly, address your letter to the person mentioned in the job advertisement who deals (1) ___ the applications. Use their surname only, after the words Dear Mr, Dear Mrs or Dear Ms. If, however, (2) ___ name is given, Dear Sir/Madam is enough. Then, in the opening paragraph, which should (3) ___ kept short, explain why you're (4) ___ in touch, and say where you saw the job advertised. (5) ___ you continue your letter will depend on the requirements of the position you're applying for. Typically, though, there are two or three paragraphs giving information about yourself, (6) ___ as relevant skills, work experience and personal qualities, as (7) ___ as reasons why you think you would be suitable for the job. Finally, (8) ___ writing a short closing paragraph to indicate your interest in receiving a reply and thank your addressee, sign off using Yours sincerely if you know their name, or Yours faithfully if you do not.
Writing a letter of application
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