III. Complete the passage with the correct form of the word in brackets.

So you‘ve found a job that you want to apply for. What next? Usually you phone the company and ask for an (1) ________ (apply) form and a job (2)_________ (describe). The (3)_________ (advertise) will often have a reference number, so make sure you have that handy when you call. Think (4)_______ (careful) about the job - is this the job you want? Could you do it? OK, you have the form in front of you - either a paper copy or on your computer. Some good advice is to take your time and make sure that the (5) _________ (inform) you give is specific to this job and not just general. Remember that this is the first (6) _________ (impress) that an (7)_________ (employ) will have of you, and they will probably have a lot of applications - if it is messy, or filled in (8) __________ (correct), it will go straight into the bin! Fill in all parts of the application form - if you think it doesn‘t apply to you, write n/a, which means ‘not applicable’, but don‘t leave blanks. After you‘ve completed the form, most applications will also ask you to include a (9)_______ letter (cover). This is your chance to shine.

Why are you the best person for the job? Why are your experience and (10) _______ (qualify) relevant and what personal qualities do you have that would (11) _______ (beneficial) the employer? Don‘t be modest here, but don‘t lie - if you say that you speak (12) _________ (fluency) Spanish, and you can actually only say hello and goodbye, you are asking for trouble!

Be sure to follow the instructions. They are given at the top of the page. __________________________________________________________________________