Senior High School

Reading and Writing Skills

Quarter 4 - Module 9
Purposeful Writing for Professions
Reading and Writing Skills
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 4 – Module 9: Purposeful Writing for Professions
First Edition, 2021

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 Senior High School

Reading and Writing Skills

Quarter 4 - Module 9
Purposeful Writing for Professions
Introductory Message

This Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) is prepared so that you, dear learners, can
continue your studies and learn while at home. Activities, questions, directions,
exercises, and discussions are carefully stated for you to understand each lesson.

Each ADM is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you step-by-step
as you discover and understand the lesson prepared for you.

Pre-tests are provided to measure your prior knowledge on lessons in each ADM.
This will tell you if you need to proceed on completing this module or if you need to
ask your facilitator or your teacher’s assistance for better understanding of the
lesson. At the end of each module, you need to answer the post-test to self-check
your learning. Answer keys are provided for each activity and test. We trust that
you will be honest in using these.

In addition to the material in the main text, notes to the Teachers are also provided
to our facilitators and parents for strategies and reminders on how they can best
help you on your home-based learning.

Please use this module with care. Do not put unnecessary marks on any part of
this ADM. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercise and tests. Read
the instructions carefully before performing each task.

If you have any questions in using this ADM or any difficulty in answering the tasks
in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator.

Thank you.

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 What I Need to Know

This module provides varied activities that will help you write professional
correspondence that you will need when you enter the corporate world.

At the end of this module, you are expected to:

• define resume and its purpose;
• identify the various forms of office correspondences, their structures, and
the advantages and disadvantages; and
• craft a job application and college admission letter observing correct
structuring.

What I Know

Directions: Answer the following questions by writing the letter of the correct answer
on the space before each number.

_____1. It is a tool that summarizes your skills, educational background, experiences,

and other qualifications.
a. letter
b. memo
c. resume
_____2. Why is there a need to submit a resume?
a. It prepares you for an interview.
b. It gives you a sense of security.
c. All of the above
_____3. Which of the following is a good example of summary background in a
resume?
a. work history
b. religion
c. past compensation
_____4. It is a document that asks for personal information and details to decide
whether to accept a freshman.
a. memo
b. college application letter
c. resume
_____5. The following are the things that a freshman must observe in writing an
introduction for a college admission application letter except:
a. stating who you are and what you are applying for.
b. stating the benefits the school can obtain by admitting you.
c. stating an eye-catching statement about yourself that will cause the reader
to continue reading your qualifications.

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_____6. Which of the following is considered in writing a body in college admission
application letter?
a. Show your enthusiasm to study in the school you are applying to.
b. Organize your thoughts and segregate them into paragraphs.
c. Express your hope for a positive response from the Admission Director.
____7. It is a brief business note that gives the reader important information on a
topic.
a. memo
b. letter
c. resume
____8. It is the exchange of computer-stored messages by telecommunications.
a. feedback mail
b. carrier mail
c. electronic mail
____9. It is a type of personal business correspondence which states your intention
to work in a particular organization.
a. job application letter
b. resume
c. memo
____10. Which is not true in crafting a job application letter?
. a. Job application letter should not be a repeat of your resume.
b. Handwriting your letter is preferable because it is considered to be more
formal than typing.
c. If you do not have a contact at the company, still be sure to include where
you found the application, such as via a job site, in a newspaper, etc.
____11. The following are advantages of communicating through an electronic mail
except:
a. Sending an e-mail is prone to technical glitches and is dependent on internet
connection.
b. It has an automated e-mail feature that notifies the sender if the receiver is
on vacation or will not be able to access his/her e-mail.
c. It is environment-friendly because it requires no paper.
____12. Which of the following is not a disadvantage of communicating through an e-
mail?
a. An e-mail may carry a virus.
b. It reaches the target reader fast.
c. Not all official documents can be sent via e-mail due to their nature.
____13. “Interest for a personal interview” falls under what part of a job application
letter?
a. introduction
b. body
c. conclusion
____14. Which of the following content is under the introduction part of a job
application letter?
a. Indicate how the interviewer can contact you.
b. Explain the benefits to the employers if they hire you.
c. Indicate your source of information in learning about the job vacancy.

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 ____15. Address one key topic or subject, create a courteous tone, and use formal
language are some of the characteristics of _______.
a. memos
b. business letters
c. electronic mails

What’s In

Directions: Match the names of professional correspondence in Column A with their

characteristics in Column B. Write the letter of the correct answer on the space provided.

COLUMN A COLUMN B

____1. resume a. expresses any intention in a formal manner

____2. memo b. has updated information

____3. job application letter c. can be sent to a large number of people

____4. electronic mail d. is tailored to the job you apply for

____5. letter e. elicits the expected response from the readers

What’s New
By the time you have finished your Senior High School journey, you will be very excited
to enter the next chapter of your life as a student and that is to enter in a college or university.
However, how well-equipped are you in writing an application letter for your chosen school or
university?

Securing a job is the next step you will do after spending four or five years in college.
Preparing pertinent papers like a resume is something that a graduate must have for him/her
to land to a job. How knowledgeable are you in preparing a comprehensive resume to
ensure that you will get a job in the future?

In a corporate world, a person must be aware of

the different forms of correspondence like letters,
electronic mails, and memos. How aware are you of
the differences among these? Do you know how to
write one?

In this lesson, you will learn about purposeful

writing for professions. This lesson will also help you
how to write professional correspondences that you will
need when you enter to the corporate world.

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 What is It

A Resume is a tool that summarizes your skills, educational background, experiences,

and other qualifications. It is also called curriculum vitae, but this is a more detailed. It can be
considered as a sales tool in the sense that it helps you market your skills to a potential
employer, in the same manner that a product is advertised in a magazine.

The purpose of a resume is to introduce yourself to employers, present your

qualifications, and secure a slot for an interview. The goal of writing a resume is to showcase
your experience, education, and skills in a standardized format which is easy to read.

The key elements of a resume are as follows:

1. Personal Information: Name, Current/Permanent Address, Telephone/Cellphone

number and E-mail address.

2. Objective: In one short sentence, summarize your goal for your job search. The goal
statement should be related to the specific position for which you are applying. It is
also effective to highlight your skills in the goal statement.

Examples:
a. Seeking a position as a social worker providing service to the aged.
b. Seeking a position that utilizes my skills in counseling, research, and proposal
writing.

3. Education: Name of Primary, Secondary or Tertiary school where you finished your
studies.Iindicate if you received any awards and certificates.

4. Work and Related Experience: Summer jobs, Internships, Volunteer work (include
position title, company/organization, and dates.

5. Skills
a. Soft skills: (e.g. being responsible, loyal, hardworking, energetic, outgoing.)
b. Hard skills: (e.g. research and writing, Microsoft Publisher 2000, Public
speaking.)

6. References (2-3 people) Teacher/Professor, Work supervisor (current or past),

Character reference (Pastor, Headmaster, or someone who knows you well). Include
the name, relationship to you, organization, contact phone numbers.

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 SAMPLE RESUME

2X2
PICTURE

I. Personal Information
A. Juan C. Dela Cruz
B. Current/Permanent Address: 67 Mabolo St. Brgy. Maguinao, San Rafael, Bulacan
C. Telephone/Contact Number: 0922-123-4567
D. Email Address: juandelacruz@gmail.com

II. Objective
Aiming to secure an entry level position to gain practical experience that can help me expand
my knowledge and skills.

III. Education
A. Primary/Elementary: Maguinao Elementary School (2003-2009)
B. Secondary:
a. Junior High School: Maguinao High School (2009-2013)
b. Senior High School: Maguinao High School (2013-2019)

IV. Work and Related Experience

A. Internship: Administrative Assistant at San Rafael Municipal Hall
B. Volunteer Work:
a. Position Title: Assistant to Barangay Secretary
b. Company/Organization: Barangay Hall of Maguinao
c. Duration: June 2019 - January 2020
d. Job Duties:
i. Computerized Barangay Ordinances
ii. Encoded names and addresses of barangay constituents
iii. Assisted the Barangay Secretary in his duties

V. Skills
A. Soft Skills: Hardworking, Team Player, Teachable, Submissive to superior, Punctual
B. Hard Skills: Computer literate, Knowledgeable in troubleshooting computer applications,
Speaks English fluently

VII. References

Name Position Address Contact Number

1. Juan P. Magpayo Teacher Maguinao, San Rafael Bulacan 0919-987-6543
2. Andres C. Camacho Barangay Magunao, San Rafael, Bulacan 0919-987-3456
Secretary
3. Mayumi L. Busilac Barangay Maguinao, San Rafael, Bulacan 0919-789-3457
Treasurer

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College Admission Application Letter

A college admission application letter shows your interest in the college/university

while justifying why you are qualified at the same time. It also serves as a cover letter for all
your other college admission documents. As with any other correspondence, it follows a
standard letter format. Generally, a college admission application letter presents your
academic qualifications, accomplishments, and reasons for applying for admission.

Parts of a College Admission Application Letter

A. Introduction

1. State who you are and what you are applying for.
2. State an eye-catching statement about yourself that will cause the reader to continue
reading through your qualifications.
3. Show your enthusiasm to study in the university you are applying to.

B. Body

1. Present your academic qualifications, extracurricular involvements, community activity

engagements, and some personal qualities with specific evidence/s.
2. Organize your thoughts and segregate them into paragraphs. You may separate
paragraphs by theme (one paragraph for academic qualification and one for
extracurricular activities and so on).
3. State the benefits the university can obtain by admitting you. Do not just give facts,
explain how these facts will benefit the university.

C. Conclusion

1. Indicate your interest for an interview.

2. Indicate how the interviewer can contact you.
3. Express your hope for a positive response from the Admission Director.
4. Say thank you.

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 SAMPLE OF A COLLEGE APPLICATION LETTER

January 6, 2020

JOHN D. CRUZ
Director, Admissions Department
Henyo State University
Bitas, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija

Dear Director Cruz:

After doing much research about colleges in the area that offers Psychology program, I am
applying at Henyo State University because of its outstanding reputation and the exceptional
reviews that I have read from other recent graduates.

Additionally, I am enthusiastic about Psychology program at the Henyo State University

because of the graduate psychology programs it also offers.

To pursue Psychology is my long-term goal, I would like to start this journey at Henyo State
University. I have attached my other credentials with this application. I appreciate your time
and consideration and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

JUANITO DELA CRUZ

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Job Application Letter

A job application letter or cover letter is a type of personal business correspondence

which states your intention to work in a particular organization. It should always be attached
with your resume. While some online job applications do not require an application letter,
corporate experts say that employers are more likely to read a resume which is accompanied
by a cover letter.

A cover letter can be a response to a job advertisement, an unsolicited inquiry to a

prospective employer as part of your direct mail strategy, or a letter to a recruitment agency.
Regardless of the circumstance you may find yourself in, it is wise to research about the
company and the job you are interested in. You may also call the company’s Human Resource
department for further information or to get a copy of the company brochure.

Parts of a Cover Letter

A. Introduction

1. Introduce yourself and state your purpose in writing to the receiver.

2. Indicate your source of information in learning about the job vacancy. Was it through
a newspaper, magazine, the Internet, or a personal contact?
3. Add an interesting statement about yourself that will cause the reader to continue
reading through your credentials.
4. Show enthusiasm to work in the company.

B. Body

1. Present your work experience/s, academic qualifications, trainings, and some

personal qualities with specific evidence/s.
2. Organize your paragraphs accordingly. You may segregate them by theme (one
paragraph for work experience and one for education) or by function (management,
financial, technical).
3. Explain the benefits to the employers if they hire you. Do not simply give facts; explain
how these facts will contribute to the company.
4. For instance, instead of merely telling the company about all the trainings you
had, you may say, “I have extensive training in copyediting. You will save both time
and money because I will need little training on this area.”
5. In the last part of the body, direct the reader to a specific part of your resume that
suggests your strongest credentials for the position.

C. Conclusion

1. Indicate your interest for an interview at a time most convenient to the employer. If
possible, specify the time you are available for an interview.
2. Indicate how the interviewer can contact you.
3. Express an expectation of a positive response from the employer.
4. Thank the employer.

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 SAMPLE OF JOB APPLICATION LETTER

09 E. Viudez St.
Poblacion, San Ildefonso, Bulacan

January 16, 2021

MR. JOSE BONIFACIO

Hiring Manager
North-South Bank
15/F Ayala Life-LGU Centre, Ayala Ave.
Makati City 1226

Dear Mr. Bonifacio:

I am writing to express my interest for the position of Recruitment Assistant in your esteemed
company.

Having recently obtained my Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration in Human

Resource Management (BSBA-HRDM) from the University of the Philippines (UP), I wish to
be part of your company’s innovative environment so that I can hone my skills and talents and
show you my commitment to excellence.

As a Business Administration student majoring in HR Management, I’ve become equipped

with the necessary knowledge that comes with the position including manpower recruitment,
workforce organization, personnel training, and compensation as well as legal provisions and
other labor concerns.

My internship at San Manuel Corporation also afforded me with the crucial skills to work with
some of the best professionals in the recruitment and human resources industry. Getting
trained, I developed enthusiasm and true passion for human resources.

For additional details regarding my qualifications and expertise, please review my attached
resume.

Thank you for taking the time to consider this application and I look forward to hearing from
you.

Sincerely,

LORENZO S. DALANGAN

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Letters, Memos and Electronic Mails

An effective business letter elicits the expected response from the readers. This can be
achieved through a concise, tactful, and accurate writing style. A business letter serves several
purposes: for sales efforts, for complaints, for information dissemination, for relationship
building, for problem-solving, and many others.

Sample and parts of a Business Letter

Carlos F. Gonzales Publishing

Maguinao, San Rafael, Bulacan Letterhead
www.CFGP.com.ph

June 6, 2013 Dateline

Ref.: 05-2015
Reference Line

DR. TANYA MARCOVA

Directress
Our Lady of Help School Inside Address

Mandaluyong City

Dear Dr. Marcova: Salutation

Each book in a series uses the integration of literature and language in the teaching of English
proficiency. Although each level focused on a particular type of literature (Philippine Literature for
first year, Asian-African Literature for second year, British-American for third year, and European
Literature for fourth year), other selections outside each particular geographical literacy source were
used.
Body of the Letter

This is in accordance with the concept of intertextuality or the relationship between texts. This means
that one selection, let’s say in Philippine Literature, is related to another selection from a non-
Philippine Literature text (American and European Literature).

I hope that this clarifies the rationale behind the text included in the said series.

Thank you very much.

Complementary
Sincerely, Close

HERMINIO FLORENCIO Signature Block

Managing Director

plc – Identification Line

Enclosures (2) - Enclosure Notation
cc. Alicia Crisostomo - Copy Notation

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Memorandum comes from the Latin term memorare which means “to remember”. A
memorandum, which is commonly shortened to “memo”, is meant to inform as well as to
persuade people within an organization. It follows an organized structure which means that
the most important information comes first.

Advantages of Using a Memo

1. It reaches a large number of readers at the same time.

2. It serves as a written record that can be accessed anytime.
3. It allows a detailed and accurate delivery of the message.

SAMPLE MEMO

Carlos F. Gonzales Publishing

Maguinao, San Rafael, Bulacan Letterhead
www.CFGP.com.ph

MEMORANDUM

To: Atty. Renato Madlang-Bayan “to” line

Publishing Manager

From: Joselito Palomo “from” line

Chief Editor

Date: August 15, 2015 “date” line

Subject: Recommendation for Hiring Additional Editors “subject” line

_________________________________________________________________________

After reviewing and consolidating the editing plan and the quantity of 2014 Priority Titles for
SY 2015-2016, the need for one (1) additional in-house editorial assistant arises. This newly
hired editorial assistant shall also perform the functions of an associate editor in the assigned
titles. Similarly, at least two (2) outsourced associate editors for PE and Health (High School)
by Lizardo and Music and Arts (High School) by Sincioco are needed.
body
I am closing here the titles to be processed and the names of our current editorial assistants
and associate editors.

I am hoping for your affirmative response. Thank you very much.

Enclosures (2) enclosure notation

jlr Identification Initials

Cc: K. Martin, President
copy notation
J. Park, Vice President for Operations

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An electronic mail, more commonly known as e-mail, has been a vital part of our everyday
communication since its inception. We use it to send messages to everyone, from friends and
family to colleagues and superiors. Indeed, the e-mail has revolutionized interpersonal
communication.

An e-mail can serve many purposes. It can be used for directives, transmittals,
documentations, confirmations, explanations of procedure, recommendations, status reports,
and inquiries.

Advantages of Communicating through E-mail

1. It reaches the target reader fast.
2. Confirmation of acceptance is easy.
3. It is cheaper and easy to use.
4. Original messages can be easily attached via thread.
5. It is environment-friendly because it requires no paper.
6. It has an automated e-mail feature that notifies the sender if the receiver is on vacation
or will not be able to access his/her e-mail as soon as possible.

Disadvantages of Communicating through E-mail

1. An e-mail may carry a virus.
2. Not all official documents can be sent via e-mail due to nature.
3. An e-mail is sometimes used as a tool for scamming. Hence, using it requires utmost
caution.
4. Sending an e-mail is prone to technical glitches and is dependent on Internet
connection.

What’s More
Independent Activity 1
Directions: Write T if the statement is true and F if false.
____1. A resume is a form of self-advertisement.
____2. A summary of qualifications is effective for new graduates.
____3. A resume begins with references.
____4. It is effective to show your skills through past events.
____5. It is more important to include professional organizations rather than political
organizations when writing a resume.

Independent Assessment 1
Directions: Identify whether each statement is found in the introduction, body, or
conclusion. Write your answer on the space before each number.

____1. “Thank you” statement.

____2. Academic honors
____3. Anticipation for an interview
____4. Name of current school and date of graduation
____5. Purpose of the letter

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Independent Activity 2
Directions: Construct a Venn Diagram and state the similarities (if there’s any) and differences
between a resume and a job application letter.

Resume Job Application Letter

Independent Assessment 2
Directions: Label the parts of the following document. Write your answers on the lines provided

HEREFORD PUBLISHING
202 P. Damaso St, Malate Manila 1. ________________
201-9989 – www.herefordpublishing.com.

2.______________(What type of correspondence is this?)

To: Ms. Lina Avelino 3. _____________

HRD Manager

From: Hermino Gutierrez 4. _____________

Managing Director, Editorial Department

Date: January 7, 2015 5. _____________

Subject: Request for Salary Increase Upon Regularization 6._______________

Upon reviewing the overall performance of Ms. Riva Galangin, I highly recommend that she be given a
10% salary increase (or a salary increase commensurate to her performance) from the point she was
conferred with regular status. As indicated in the Performance Evaluation and Feedback Guide dated
October 7 and December 7, 2014, Ms. Galangin consistently obtained high average remarks.

On top of high-performance rating, Ms. Galangin religiously renders overtime as needed and
consistently meets deadlines. 7._______

Enclosures (2) 8.________________

pbr 9. ________________
Cc: Florencio Henio, President 10. _________________
John Lloyd Crisano, Manager

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Independent Activity 3
Directions: Arrange the jumbled letters using the clues given. Write your answer on the space
provided before each number.

____1. DAEHRETTEL – identifies the writer, his/her address, and contact numbers.
____2. ETAD – is placed between the letterhead and the inside address.
____3. EDISNI SSERDDA – identifies the reader’s name, position and company, and address,
it is placed immediately below the date.
____4. NOITATULAS- refers to the writer’s greeting to the reader.
____5. YDOB – contains the message of the letter.
____6. YRATNEMILPMOC ESOLC – refers to the expression used to end the letter.
____7. ERUTANGIS KCOLB – includes the signature and the typed name of the sender.
____8. ERUSOLCNE NOITATON -are the attachments to the letter
____9. NOITACIFITNEDI ENIL – indicates the typist’s initials if the sender is not the one who
personally typed the document.
____10. YPOC NOITATON- indicates the name of the secondary recipients of the letter.

Independent Assessment 3
Directions: Identify what is being asked. Choose from the choices in the box and write the
answer on the space provided before each number.

_______1. For complaints, relationship building, and information dissemination are some of
the several purposes of this type of writing correspondence.
_______2. It has an organized structure in which the most important information comes first.
_______3. Explanations of procedure, recommendations, and status reports are some of the
purposes of this type of writing correspondence.
_______4. It shows your interest in the learning institution while justifying why you are qualified
at the same time.
_______5. It is a type of correspondence which states your intention to work in a particular
organization.
_______6. It is a tool that summarizes your skills, experiences, and other qualifications.
_______7. It elicits the expected response from the readers.
_______8. It is meant to inform as well as to persuade people within the organization.
_______9. It is the exchange of computer-stored messages by telecommunication.
_______10. It is a formal document that a job applicant creates to itemize his or her
qualifications for a position.

Business Letters
Memorandum
Electronic Mail / E-mail
College Admission Letter
Job Application Letter

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 What I Have Learned
1. I have learned that ______________________________________________.
2. I need to ______________________________________________________.
3. I plan to _______________________________________________________.

What I Can Do

Directions: Accomplish one of the following activities. Write your answers on a separate sheet
of paper.

1. Conduct a Virtual or Phone Interview of two professionals (preferably technical writers) with
relevant experience in writing correspondences. Ask them the following questions.
a. What are your best writing practices as technical writers or as professionals?
b. What ethical guidelines do you observe when preparing letters, memos, and e-mails?
c. What is the most memorable or challenging experience you had in relation to writing
letters, memos, and e-mails? How did you surpass this challenge?

2. Get one sample of a college admission application letter from any reputable website or from
someone you know. Make sure to cite the source. Then, read the document and write an
evaluation on how effective or ineffective the cover is.

3. Assume that you have already finished your studies. Search for any job that interest you at
www.jobstreet.com. Read the job details very carefully and write a corresponding job
application letter. Print both the job advertisement and your cover letter.

4. Get one sample resume from any reputable website or from someone you know. Write your
source. Then, read the document and write an evaluation on how effective or ineffective the
resume is.

Assessment

Directions: Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.
Write the letter of your choice on the space provided before each number.
____1. It is a brief account of a person’s education, qualifications, and previous
experience, typically sent with a job application.
a. memo
b. resume
c. electronic mail
____2. Which of the following is an importance of crafting a resume?
a. Resume talks about you.
b. Resume reaches the recruiter’s table before you do.
c. All of the above.

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 ____3. It shows your interest in a learning institution while justifying why you are qualified
at the same time.
a. business letter
b. job application letter
c. college application letter
____4. “Indicate your interest for an interview” is under what part of a College Admission
Application Letter?
a. Conclusion
b. Body
c. Introduction
_____5. Which tip is part of the Body of a college admission application letter?
a. Express your hope for a positive response from the Admission Director.
b. Present your academic qualifications, extracurricular involvement, community
activity engagements, and some personal qualities with specific evidence.
c. State who you are and what you are applying for.
_____6. Which tip is not under Introduction part of college admission application letter?
a. Show your enthusiasm to study in the university you are applying to.
b. Indicate your interest for an interview.
c. State an eye-catching statement about yourself that will cause the reader to
continue reading your qualifications.
____7. It is a letter you send with your resume to provide information on your skills and
experience and is your chance to “sell” yourself to an employer, explaining why you are
an ideal candidate for a position.
a. college application letter
b. job application letter
c. business letter
___8. “Express an expectation of a positive response from the employer” is under what
part of a job application letter?
a. conclusion
b. introduction
c. body
___9. Which is a part of the Body of a job application letter?
a. Indicate how the interviewer can contact you.
b. Show your enthusiasm to work in the company.
c. Present your work experience, academic qualifications, trainings, and some
personal qualities with specific evidence.
___10. The following are tips for the introduction part of a job application letter except:
a. Add an interesting statement about yourself that will cause the reader to
continue reading your credentials.
b. Indicate your source of information in learning about the job vacancy.
c. Explain the benefits to the employers if they hire you.
___11. It is a letter from one company to another, or between such organizations and their
customers, clients, or other external parties.
a. memo
b. electronic mail
c. business letter
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___12. The following are the purposes of business letter except:
a. Establishes goodwill among people and establishments.
b. Requires an action from the reader.
c. All of the above.
___13. It is a short official note that is sent by one person to another within the same
company or organization.
a. business letter
b. memo
c. electronic mail
___14. These are messages distributed by electronic means from one computer user to
one or more recipients via a network.
a. electronic mails
b. business letters
c. memos
___15. The following are forms of correspondences to explore depending on the purpose
of the sender except:
a. business letters
b. memos
c. love letters

Additional Activities
Compose each professional correspondence: (1) resume, (2) application for college
admission, (3) application for employment, and (4) various forms of office correspondence.
Your works will be graded using the rubrics provided by your teacher.

Rubric for Resume

VGE GE (4 SE (3 LE (2 N
(5 pts.) pts.) pts.) pts.) (1pt.)
Approppraite type of resume is used.
Resume is free from unnecessary information.
Important components are covered.
Details are arranged logically.
Content is complete and accurate.
Weaknesses are excluded.
Resume uses distinctive headings
Paper and printing are of good quality.
Resume is reader-friendly.
Resume projects professional image and sincere tone.
Resume uses correct format and design.
Statements are varied, clear and typography
Content is tailored based on target job
Legend: VGE- to a very great extent; GE – to a great
extent; SE – to some extent; LE – to a little extent; N not
at all (grand total is 70 pts.)
Rating: VGE 57-70; GE 43-56; SE 29-42; LE 15-28; N
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Rubric for Assessing a Job Application Letter

VGE GE (4 SE (3 LE (2 N
(5 pts.) pts.) pts.) pts.) (1pt.)
Letter begins with an interesting attention-getter.
Letter provides concrete examples.
Letter specifies the needed information.
Applicant tailors the letter to the job description and
requirements.
Applicant minimizes the opinonated claims.
Letter is factual and direct to the point.
Introduction specific the purpose.
Organization is smooth and logical.
Letter focuses on essential credentials.
Conclusion expresses the interest for interview and
contact details.
Letter projects professional image and sincere tone.
Letter uses correct format.
Sentences are varied, clear, complete, and energetic.
Letter uses correct grammar and typography.
Legend: VGE- to a very great extent; GE – to a great
extent; SE – to some extent; LE – to a little extent; N not
at all (grand total is 70 pts.)
Rating: VGE 57-70; GE 43-56; SE 29-42; LE 15-28; N
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Rubric for College Admission Application Letter

VGE GE (4 SE (3 LE (2 N
(5 pts.) pts.) pts.) pts.) (1pt.)
Letter begins with an intersting lead.
Letter provides concrete examples.
Letter specifies the needed information.
Application tailors the letter to university or college
goals.
Applicant minimizes opinionated claims.
Letter is factual and direct to the point.
Introduction specifies the purpose.
Organization is smooth and logical.
Content focuses on essential credentials.
Conclusion thanks the receiver and specifies interest for
interview.
Letter projects professional image and sincere tone.
Letter uses correct format.
Sentences are varied, clear, complete and energetic.
Letter uses correct grammar and typography.
Legend: VGE- to a very great extent; GE – to a great
extent; SE – to some extent; LE – to a little extent; N not
at all (grand total is 70 pts.)
Rating: VGE 57-70; GE 43-56; SE 29-42; LE 15-28; N
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Rubric for Letter, Memo and E-mail
VGE GE (4 SE (3 LE (2 N
(5 pts.) pts.) pts.) pts.) (1pt.)
Ideas and Content (40%) Total perfect score is 35
Document communicates its purpose.
Document addresses the context.
Target audience has been addressed.
Introduction states the main purpose and content.
Ideas are accurate, well-reserached, and logically
intertwined.
Conclusion ends powerfully and positively.
Document is ethically written.

Style, Format and Design (30%) Total perfect score is

35
Paper uses a variety of sentence structures.
Paper uses a professional and objective tone.
Writer eliminates redundancies and wordiness.
Document design projects a professional image.
Document is easy to read.
Document meets the specifications of the format.
Titles and subheadings are clearly identified.

Organization (20%) Total perfect score is 15

Paper uses organizational pattern and structure
appropriate for the document.
Paper uses effective transitions and cohesive devices.
Pieces of information are logically arranged and easy to
follow.

Grammar and Mechanics (10%) Total perfect score is

20
Grammar is accurate.
Mechanics are correct.
Choice of words is appropriate.
Snetences are skillfully structured (absence of run-ons,
ineffective fragments, dangling and misplaced
modifiers.

Legend: VGE- to a very great extent; GE – to a great

extent; SE – to some extent; LE – to a little extent; N not
at all (grand total is 70 pts.)
Rating: VGE 57-70; GE 43-56; SE 29-42; LE 15-28; N
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What I Know Independent Activity III
1. C 1. Letterhead
2. C 2. Date
3. A 3. Inside Address
4. B 4. Salutation
5. B 5. Body
6. B 6. Complimentary Close
7. A 7. Signature Block
8. C 8. Enclosure Notation
9. A 9. Identification Line
10. B 10. Copy Notation
11. A
12. B Independent Assessment III
13. C 1. Business Letter
14. C 2. Memorandum
15. A 3. E-Mail
4. College Admission Letter
What’s in 5. Job Application Letter
1. B 6. Resume
2. A 7. Business Letter
3. D 8. Memorandum
4. C 9. E-Mail
5. E 10. Resume
Independent Activity I Assessment
1. T 1. B
2. T 2. C
3. F 3. C
4. T 4. A
5. T 5. B
6. B
Independent Assessment I 7. B
1. Conclusion 8. A
2. Body 9. C
3. Conclusion 10. C
4. Body 11. C
5. Introduction 12. C
13. B
Independent Activity II 14. A
Answer may vary 15. C
Independent Assessment II
1. Letterhead
2. Memorandum
3. “To” line
4. “From” line
5. Date line
6. “Subject” line
7. Body
8. Enclosure Notation
9. Initials
10. Copy Notation
Answer Key
 References

A. Books

Barrot, Jessie S., “Writing Professional Correspondences” pp. 260-304,

Academic Reading and Writing, C & E Publishing Incorporated Quezon City.
2016.

Jose Lujim S., Larioque Rolando R. “Purposeful Writing for Professions” pp.
201-236, Reading and Writing Skills for Senior High School Books Atbp.
Publishing Corp. Mandaluyong City. 2016.

Vibal Group Inc. “Purposeful Writing in the Disciplines and for Profession” pp.
65-71, Reading and Writing Senior High School, Vibal Group Inc. Quezon City.
2020.

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