Expressing Congratulations

What is the most appropriate way to congratulate someone on their promotion?

      

• "I'm sorry to hear about your promotion."

• "Congratulations on your well-deserved promotion!"

• "You must be disappointed about your promotion."

• "I heard you got promoted, so what?"

What do you say when you hope for someone's success in a competition?

     

• "I wish you the best of luck!"

• "I hope you fail."

• "Goodbye!"

• "Congratulations!"

When might you say "Happy Anniversary" to someone?

      

• When they've just graduated.

• When they're celebrating a marriage milestone.

• When they've lost their job.

• When they win a sports competition.

When you wish for something to come true, you are expressing:

     

• Happiness

• Gratitude

• Hope

• A desire

How would you congratulate a friend who won a prestigious award?

      

• "You didn't deserve that award."

• "Congratulations on your outstanding achievement!"

• "You should have tried harder."

• "Awards are overrated."

Which phrase is an example of hoping for a positive outcome?

      

• "I hope it rains tomorrow."

• "I wish it would stop raining."

• "I like rainy days."

• "I wish I could dance in the rain."

What's an appropriate response to someone who just shared that they're going to be a parent?

     

• "I can't believe you're having a baby."

• "Congratulations on the exciting news!"

• "Becoming a parent is a huge mistake."

• "Having kids is easy."

What do you say to someone when you wish them a happy birthday?

      

• "I hope you have a terrible day!"

• "Happy birthday! I hope all your dreams come true."

• "I hope you forget your birthday."

• "Birthday wishes are pointless."

How might you wish someone good luck before an important exam?

      

• "I hope you fail the exam."

• "Best of luck on your upcoming exam!"

• "Exams are easy; you'll be fine."

• "You're going to fail anyway."

When you express hope, you are typically looking forward to a:

      

• Negative outcome

• Neutral outcome

• Positive outcome

• Mysterious outcome