Polite Responses Quiz

Would you like to go to the cinema with me tonight?

Which response is the most polite refusal?

• No way!

• I'm busy.

• I'd love to, but I have a prior engagement. Thanks for the invitation!

• Maybe next time.

Fancy grabbing some coffee sometime this week?

Which response is the most enthusiastic acceptance?

• Sure.

• Okay.

• That sounds great! How about Thursday afternoon?

• If I have time.

We're having a barbecue at our place on Saturday. You're welcome to come!

Which response is a polite inquiry about details?

• What time should I be there?

• Can I bring anything?

• That sounds fun! What time should I come, and what should I bring?

• Okay, I'll be there.

Want to go hiking this weekend?

Which response is a hesitant acceptance?

• I'd love to, but I'm a bit out of shape.

• Sounds good!

• Maybe. I'll let you know.

• No thanks.

I'm throwing a party for my birthday. It's at my house next Friday at 8 pm.

Which response is a polite refusal with an explanation?

• I can't come.

• Sorry, I have a prior commitment that night. Happy birthday!

• I'll try to make it.

• Thanks for the invite.

Are you free to join us for dinner tomorrow night?

Which response is a request for clarification?

• What time?

• Where?

• That sounds nice. Where is it, and what time?

• Yes, I'm free.

We're going to the art museum on Sunday. Care to join us?

Which response is a casual acceptance?

• Sounds good!

• I'd love to!

• Okay, cool.

• Yes, please.

Would you be interested in going to a concert next month?

Which response is a polite refusal due to a lack of interest?

• No thanks.

• I'm not really into that kind of music, but thanks for the invitation.

• Maybe later.

• I'm busy.

"Want to catch a movie this weekend?"

Which response suggests uncertainty?

• I'll let you know.

• Sounds fun!

• Definitely!

• I'm busy.

I'm having a small get-together at my place on Saturday. Feel free to drop by.

Which response expresses gratitude and acceptance?

• That sounds lovely. Thank you for inviting me. I'd love to come!

• Okay.

• Cool.

• Maybe.