Basic Greetings: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners

Question 1

Which greeting is too casual for a formal setting?

Accepted Answer

What's up?

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Good morning

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How do you do?

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Pleased to meet you

Question 2

When greeting someone from a different culture, what is the most important factor to consider for an appropriate interaction?

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The cultural context of the greeting

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The time of day

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The person's age and social status

Question 3

Which of the following is the most common way to say hello in English?

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Hello

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Bonjour

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Hola

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Guten Tag

Question 4

When greeting someone formally, which phrase should you use?

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Good morning/afternoon/evening

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Hi there

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What's up?

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Yo

Question 5

Which of the following is an appropriate way to say goodbye in a casual setting?

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See you later

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Farewell

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Ciao

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Adieu

Question 6

When greeting someone in writing, which punctuation mark should you use at the end of the greeting?

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.

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,

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;

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:

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a polite way to ask for something in English?

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Gimme...

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Could you please...

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Can I get...

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I want...

Question 8

When greeting someone from a different culture, it is important to:

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Be respectful of their customs

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Speak loudly so they can hear you

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Assume they understand your language

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Ignore any cultural differences

Question 9

When writing a formal letter, which of the following greetings is most appropriate?

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Dear Mr./Ms. [Name]

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Yo, what's up?

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Hey there

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Greetings, friend

Question 10

Which phrase is used to request something politely?

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¿Me puede dar un café?

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Quiero un café

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Necesito un café

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Dame un café

Question 11

How do you greet someone in the morning in Spanish?

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Buenos días

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Buenas tardes

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Buenas noches

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Hola

Question 12

How do you say 'thank you' in Spanish?

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Gracias

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Perdón

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De nada

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Por favor

Question 13

Which phrase is used to ask for someone's name politely?

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¿Cómo te llamas?

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¿Quién eres?

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¿De dónde eres?

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¿Qué edad tienes?

Question 14

Which phrase is used to express 'nice to meet you'?

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Mucho gusto

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Hola

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Gracias

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De nada

Question 15

What is the most common English greeting?

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Hello

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Hola

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Bonjour

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Ciao

Question 16

In which situation would you use the phrase "Excuse me"?

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To politely get someone's attention

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To apologize for something

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To ask for directions

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To introduce yourself

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate way to say "thank you" in English?

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Gracias

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Merci

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Thank you

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Grazie

Question 18

How should you use the phrase "How are you doing" as a greeting?

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As a casual greeting without expecting a detailed response

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As a sincere inquiry about someone's well-being

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As a formal greeting in a business setting

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As a synonym for "What's up"

Question 19

Which of these expressions demonstrates gratitude?

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Thank you

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Excuse me

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Hello there

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See you later

Question 20

What is the English word for 'yes'?

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Yes

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Si

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Ja

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Oui

Question 21

Which of these phrases is a polite way to say 'no'?

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No, thank you

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I don't want to

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Not really

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I can't

Question 22

Which of the following is the most common way to greet someone in English in an informal setting?

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Hello

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Good morning

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How are you?

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Nice to meet you

Question 23

What is the appropriate response to the greeting 'Good afternoon' in a formal setting?

Accepted Answer

Good afternoon

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Hello

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Good morning

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How are you?

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a way to say goodbye in English in an informal setting?

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Hello

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Goodbye

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Farewell

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See you later

Question 25

Which of the following is a culturally appropriate way to greet someone in the United States in a formal setting?

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Shaking hands

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Bowing

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Hugging

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Kissing on the cheek

Question 26

What is the most formal way to greet someone in English in a business setting?

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How do you do?

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Hello

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Good morning

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Nice to meet you

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a non-verbal way to greet someone?

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Speaking

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Smiling

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Waving

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Bowing

Question 28

How can the meaning and use of a handshake differ between cultures?

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It can show different levels of respect and trust.

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It is only used in formal situations in all cultures.

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Eye contact always goes with a handshake, no matter the culture.

Question 29

Which phrase is most appropriate for politely requesting assistance in Spanish?

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Por favor.

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Gracias.

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De nada.

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Disculpe.

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a way to express gratitude in Spanish?

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Por favor.

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Gracias.

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De nada.

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Muchas gracias.

Question 31

How can non-verbal cues in greetings affect the meaning of the words being spoken?

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Non-verbal cues can support or contradict the intended message of verbal greetings.

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Non-verbal cues have no impact on the effectiveness of verbal greetings.

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Non-verbal cues are only important in formal situations.

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Non-verbal cues always convey the same message as verbal greetings.

Question 32

How do greetings vary across different cultures? Explain why it's important to be aware of these differences when communicating with people from other cultures.

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Greetings may vary depending on factors such as social status, age, and the specific situation.

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All cultures use the same greeting regardless of the circumstances.

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Greetings are only important in formal settings.

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Cultural awareness is not necessary when greeting people from other cultures.

Question 33

When would it be most appropriate to use a formal greeting in a new language?

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Attending an official business conference

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Meeting a friend for a casual lunch

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Running into a neighbor while walking the dog

Question 34

How do greetings reflect the social structure and power dynamics in different cultures?

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Greetings can indicate the social status and authority of the speaker or recipient.

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Greetings are always formal and respectful, regardless of the social context.

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Greetings only serve the purpose of starting conversations.

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Greetings are universal and do not vary across cultures.

Question 35

When greeting an older person in a formal setting, which of the following is the most appropriate greeting?

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Good morning/afternoon/evening, [person's name].

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Yo, what's up?

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Howdy, partner!

Question 36

How do greetings help us communicate effectively?

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They start conversations and social interactions.

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They only show our cultural background.

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They only share information in social situations.

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They are only used in formal or professional settings.

Question 37

How do greetings contribute to shaping and upholding social structures and hierarchies?

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Greetings can reinforce social hierarchies and maintain social boundaries.

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Greetings are only used to facilitate communication and have no social implications.

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Greetings are only used in formal settings and have no impact on everyday social interactions.

Question 38

Which of the following greetings is considered the most formal in English?

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Good day

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Hi

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Hey

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What's up?

Question 39

When someone asks you "How are you?", what is the most appropriate response?

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I'm well, thank you

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Not bad

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So-so

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I'm okay

Question 40

What is the correct greeting to use in the morning?

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Good morning

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Good afternoon

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Good evening

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Good night

Question 41

What is the correct greeting in Spanish?

Accepted Answer

Hola

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Guten Tag

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Bonjour

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Ciao

Question 42

What is the most appropriate way to say goodbye when leaving a friend's house?

Accepted Answer

See you later.

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Good morning.

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Hello.

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How are you?

Question 43

Which phrase is most appropriate for asking your teacher for a pencil?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, may I please have a pencil?

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Hello.

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Thank you.

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Goodbye.

Question 44

When entering a formal meeting, which greeting would be most respectful?

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Good morning/afternoon/evening, everyone.

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See you later.

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Hey guys.

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What's up?

Question 45

What should you say before asking a question in class?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, may I ask a question?

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Goodbye.

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Hello.

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Thank you.

Question 46

Which phrase is the most appropriate for thanking someone for their help?

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Thank you.

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Hello.

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Goodbye.

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Please.

Question 47

You meet a friend on the street. What do you say to greet them?

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Hello!

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Please!

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Goodbye!

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Thank you!

Question 48

You're leaving a store. What do you say to the cashier?

Accepted Answer

Goodbye!

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Thank you!

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Hello!

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Please!

Question 49

You want to ask for something politely. What do you say?

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Please!

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Goodbye!

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Hello!

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Thank you!

Question 50

You're thanking someone for their help. What do you say?

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Thank you!

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Goodbye!

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Please!

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Hello!

Question 51

You are introduced to someone new. What do you say?

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Nice to meet you!

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Goodbye!

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Hello!

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Please!

Question 52

You see someone you know across the room. What do you say?

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Hi!

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Please!

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Goodbye!

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Hello!

Question 53

You're leaving work for the day. What do you say to your colleagues?

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See you later!

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Please!

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Goodbye!

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Hello!

Question 54

You are leaving a formal event. What do you say to the host?

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It was nice to meet you.

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Goodbye!

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Please!

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See you later!

Question 55

You're asking for directions. What do you say before the question?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me!

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Hello!

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Goodbye!

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Please!

Question 56

You're asking someone to repeat themselves. What do you say?

Accepted Answer

Could you repeat that?

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Please!

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Hello!

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Goodbye!