SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT

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Part I:

1.      You have been given a cover letter that is incorrect.  Using the graphic organizer below, revise errors in style/tone and format from the letter.

Dear Joe,

I really need this job.  Here is my aplication.  Thanks for looking at it. 

If you need any refrences from me, let me know.  I will send them to you.

                                                                                                  Love you,

                                                                                                  John Smith

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2.      In writing a letter of recommendation, a teacher could use either of the following sentences.  Choose the most appropriate sentence for the letter,
and explain why it is the best choice.  Use details or examples from class instruction to support your answer.

a.                   Sandra is an excellent student because she volunteers 15 hours per week at Lifetime Hospital.

b.                  Sandra is a reliable student, which can be demonstrated, not only through her attendance at school, but also through her consistency
in volunteering at Lifetime Hospital.

Part II:  Performance Event

Using another student’s completed job portfolio, you will use the job portfolio scoring guide to evaluate the artifacts.  Provide at least one constructive comment
about each artifact.  

Part III:  Performance Event

After evaluating your classmate’s job portfolio, write a letter to the author explaining why you believe he/she would or wouldn’t be offered the job.  Include two examples of information from the job portfolio to support your opinion.  The letter will be scored for both content and format.