How To Write A Cover Letter Quiz (B2)

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Review How To Write A Cover Letter with 15 practice exercises at Level B2. Each question comes with a detailed explanation to reinforce what you already know and fill in any gaps. Add this to your daily study routine — just 7 minutes to stay sharp.

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Question 1: Read the following text: "Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express my interest in the Marketing Coordinator position advertised on your website. With five years of experience in digital marketing, I am confident that I would be a strong addition to your team." What is this an example of?

Question 1 options
This text is the opening portion of a cover letter. It includes a formal greeting, states the purpose of writing, and briefly introduces the applicant's qualifications — all hallmarks of a cover letter opening.
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Question 2: In a cover letter, which greeting correctly fills the blank? ___ I am writing to apply for the position of Office Manager.

Question 2 options
"Dear Sir/Madam," is a standard formal greeting used in cover letters when the recipient's name is unknown. "Hello there," is too casual, "Hey," is inappropriate for professional writing, and "Good day to you!" is overly informal for a cover letter.
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Question 3: A cover letter should include a subject line, a greeting, body paragraphs, and a professional sign-off.

Question 3 options
This is true. A well-structured cover letter typically includes a heading (which may contain a subject line), a greeting, body paragraphs covering the applicant's qualifications and interest, and a professional sign-off such as "Sincerely" or "Kind regards."
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Question 4: Which of the following correctly demonstrates an appropriate cover letter closing?

Question 4 options
"I look forward to hearing from you. Kind regards, Sarah Mitchell" uses a professional closing comment followed by a respectful sign-off and the writer's name. The other options are either too casual, too demanding, or use inappropriate sign-offs for professional correspondence.
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Question 5: Match each cover letter section to its correct description.

Question 5 options
Heading
Greeting
Body paragraphs
Sign-off
Contains your contact details and the date
Formally addresses the recipient by name or title
Detail your skills, experience, and interest
Includes a respectful farewell and your name

Select an item on the left, then tap its match on the right.

The heading contains contact details and the date, the greeting addresses the recipient, the body paragraphs present qualifications and interest, and the sign-off provides a respectful farewell with the writer's name.
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Question 6: Which of the following cover letter sentences contains a punctuation error?

Question 6 options
"Dear, Ms. Thompson" incorrectly places a comma after "Dear." In a formal greeting, the comma should come after the recipient's name, not after "Dear." The correct form is "Dear Ms. Thompson,".
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Question 7: Choose the BEST phrase to fill the blank in this cover letter paragraph: I have over six years of experience in project management. ___ I hold a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Leeds.

Question 7 options
"In addition," is the best transition here because it introduces supplementary information about the applicant's qualifications. "However," signals contrast, "As a result," implies cause and effect, and "On the other hand," suggests an opposing point — none of which fit this context.
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Question 8: The following cover letter sentence contains an error: "I am writing in response to the job advertisment posted on your company website." Which option correctly fixes the error?

Question 8 options
The word "advertisment" is a common misspelling. The correct spelling is "advertisement." The other options either retain the misspelling or introduce new errors such as changing the preposition or omitting necessary words.
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Question 9: Arrange the parts of a cover letter in the correct order:

Question 9 options
  • Greeting (e.g., Dear Ms. Roberts,)
  • Closing comments and professional sign-off
  • Heading with contact details and date
  • Body paragraphs explaining qualifications and interest

Drag items or use arrows to arrange them in the correct order.

A cover letter follows a specific structure: it begins with the heading (contact details and date), followed by the greeting, then the body paragraphs (introduction, qualifications, and interest), and ends with the sign-off.
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Question 10: You are writing a cover letter for a senior accounting position at a large corporation. Which opening sentence is most appropriate?

Question 10 options
"I am writing to express my interest in the Senior Accountant position listed on your careers page" is professional, specific, and appropriately formal for a corporate cover letter. The other options are either too casual, too vague, or contain inappropriate language for professional correspondence.
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Question 11: What is the difference between a cover letter greeting that uses the recipient's name and one that uses "To whom it may concern"?

Question 11 options
Using the recipient's name shows that the applicant has researched the company and personalised the letter, while "To whom it may concern" is a generic greeting used when the specific recipient is unknown. Both are acceptable, but a named greeting demonstrates more effort.
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Question 12: Which version of the following sentence is most appropriate for a formal cover letter?

Question 12 options
"I would welcome the opportunity to discuss my qualifications at your earliest convenience" uses formal, professional language appropriate for a cover letter. The other options are either too casual, too demanding, or use slang that is unsuitable for professional correspondence.
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Question 13: In a cover letter, you should repeat your entire CV word for word so the employer does not need to read both documents.

Question 13 options
This is false. A cover letter should complement your CV, not duplicate it. It serves as a concise introduction that highlights key qualifications and explains your interest in the position, while the CV provides the detailed information.
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Question 14: Why does a cover letter writer include a sentence such as "I look forward to hearing from you" in the closing paragraph?

Question 14 options
This phrase serves as a polite call to action, signalling that the applicant expects further communication and is eager to continue the hiring process. It creates a professional and optimistic closing tone.
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Question 15: The following sentence in a cover letter is weak and vague: "I think I could probably do a decent job if you hired me." Which option is the best improvement?

Question 15 options
"I am confident that my skills and experience make me an excellent candidate for this role" replaces vague, uncertain language with professional, assertive phrasing that conveys confidence — essential in a cover letter where you must sell yourself to the employer.