MID TEST - English for Business - 30 October 2025

Which of the following is a polite way to ask someone to pass a document?

• Pass me the document.

• Could you pass me the document, please?

• You must pass me the document.

• Give me the document now.

Which expression is used to ask for permission politely?

• Can I go out?

• Could I go out?

• May I go out?

• Will I go out?

“Would you like some coffee?” is an example of:

• A request

• An offer

• A suggestion

• A command

Which expression below shows a polite request?

• Would you mind closing the window, please?

• Close the window.

• You must close the window.

• I want the window closed.

Which sentence is a polite way to ask for help?

• Help me with this file.

• Could you help me with this file, please?

• You have to help me with this file.

• Help me now.

Which of these sentences shows permission being given?

• You can use my computer.

• You must use my computer.

• You can't use my computer

Which word can make a request sound more polite?

• Please

• Quickly

• Now

• Must

What is the correct polite expression in a business email?

• I want your catalog.

• Could you please send me your catalog?

• Send me your catalog.

• Give me your catalog fast.

Which phrase means “asking for permission politely”?

• Would it be alright if I sit here?

• Sit here now.

• You may not sit here.

• I will sit here.

How can you politely offer help to someone in the office?

• Can I give you a hand?

• You need help.

• You should do it yourself.

• Do it alone.