Flashcards on Writing Professional Letters and CVs
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Writing Business Letters and CVs
20 cards
Card 1
Question: What is a business letter and when is it used?
Answer: A business letter is a formal type of communication used when writing to companies, organizations, or employers.
Card 2
Question: What information is typically written at the beginning of a business letter?
Answer: The sender’s address and the date.
Card 3
Question: What comes after the sender’s address and date in a business letter?
Answer: The receiver’s address and a formal greeting (e.g., “Dear Sir or Madam” or “Dear Mr. Smith”).
Card 4
Question: How should the main part of a business letter be written?
Answer: It should explain the reason for writing, using clear, polite, professional language with short, simple sentences.
Card 5
Question: What is an appropriate closing for a business letter?
Answer: A polite closing such as “Yours sincerely” or “Best regards”, followed by your name and signature.
Card 6
Question: What does CV stand for and what is its purpose?
Answer: CV stands for curriculum vitae; it summarizes education, skills, and work experience for employers to learn about a candidate.
Card 7
Question: What personal details are usually included at the start of a CV?
Answer: Name, contact details, and sometimes date of birth.
Card 8
Question: Which sections commonly follow personal details on a CV?
Answer: Education, then work experience.
Card 9
Question: What should be included in the education section of a CV?
Answer: The schools attended and the years of study.
Card 10
Question: What information belongs in the work experience section of a CV?
Answer: Descriptions of previous jobs, internships, or part-time work.