ESCOLA SUPERIOR DE TECNOLOGIA E GESTÃO DE ÁGUEDA

UNIVERSIDADE DE AVEIRO

CURSO DE ESPECIALIZAÇÃO TECNOLÓGICA EM INSTALAÇÃO E MANUTENÇÃO DE REDES E SISTEMAS INFORMÁTICOS –

CNT (4.ª EDIÇÃO)

Comprehension
A. Put this information in the correct places on the letter.

1. The ending:
Yours faithfully,
(your name) 5
2. The date: 2
3 January 2011 3

3. The name and address you are writing to: 4

ALICI UK.
P.O.Box 66
Richmond PR1 3XZ

4. The beginning:
Dear Sir/Madam,

5. Address:
Av. Da Boavista, 214
4100 – 131 Porto 1
Portugal

B. Read the text and say:

1. Who wrote the letter: Pedro Gonçalves
2. Who he wrote to: Alici U.K.
3. Why he wrote it: To apply for a job
4. The type of letter this is: Application letter

C. What do these words mean? Match the words with their corresponding equivalents.

Suitable 1 (e) a. Finishes

Useful 2 (g) b.Becomes better
Comes to an end 3 (a) c. Put in the envelope
Opportunity 4 (h) d.Have a friendly relationship with
Improve 5 (b) e. Right or appropriate
Get on with 6 (d) f. People who make a statement about the
Enclose 7 (c) character or ability of someone
Referees 8 (f) g. That can be used for some practical
purpose: helpful
h.Possibility; chance

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 ESCOLA SUPERIOR DE TECNOLOGIA E GESTÃO DE ÁGUEDA
UNIVERSIDADE DE AVEIRO

CURSO DE ESPECIALIZAÇÃO TECNOLÓGICA EM INSTALAÇÃO E MANUTENÇÃO DE REDES E SISTEMAS INFORMÁTICOS –

CNT (4.ª EDIÇÃO)

Applying for a Job

Look at the e-mails below. In each case, complete the second version which has a more appropriate tone. Use
the words and phrases in the box.

Could you please; I would like to; advertised on; further to; best regards; regarding; please find; I look forward
to; do not hesitate to; I’m afraid you; attached document; I regret to say; take this opportunity to thank; with
regard
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
A.
1. Hi there, Mr. Watts. I was browsing your website
the other day and saw the ad for a sales rep. I
thought I’d like to apply. It sounds great and I’d love
to work for such a cool company. I’m sending you
my CV. I’m young and full of energy. I hope you give
me an opportunity. Anyway, please reply soon.
All the best, Ana.
2. Dear Mr. Watts,
I would like to apply for the post of sales
representative advertised on your website.
The job seems very interesting, and your company
has a very good reputation. Please find my CV as an
attached document. I am a dynamic young person
and I’m very keen to show that I can make the most
of any opportunity I am offered.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
Ana Hudson
………………………………………………………………………………
B.
1. Hello Ana. I got your application for sales rep.
job. Is there anyone who can give you a reference?
It doesn’t say anything on your CV. John Watts
2. Dear Ms Hudson,
Thank you for your application for the post of sales
representative. Regarding to your CV, it does not
include your referees. Could you please supply me
with the names and e-mail addresses of two people
who can provide and up-to-date reference for you?
1. Hi there, Mr. Watts. I’ve got your e-mail about
my referees. It’s in an attached document. Tell me if
you need more details. Catch you later. Bye for
now. Ana
2. Dear Mr. Watts,
Regarding our previous correspondence,
please find the attached document with
information about my referees. Please do not
hesitate to contact me if you need more details.
I hope to hear from you soon.
Best regards,
Ana Hudson
………………………………………………………………………………
D.
1. Hello, Ana. I’ve thought about your application
but I can’t offer you work. You haven’t got the right
qualifications or enough experience really.
Sorry about that. Thanks anyway and good luck
finding a job somewhere else. Mr. Watts.
2. Dear Ms Hudson,
Further to your request for work, I regret to say that
I am unable to consider your application. I’m afraid
you do not have the necessary qualifications or
sufficient experience.
Please let me take this opportunity to thank you for
your interest in our company and wish you every
success in your search for employment.
Best wishes,
J M watts

Best regards,
J M Watts
C.
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