Polite Conversation and Business Interactions

The video tutorial from ChinesePod introduces a scenario where Nick, a businessman, meets Mr Wang at an exhibition. Despite Mr Wang's initial disinterest, Nick obtains his business card and later calls him to discuss potential business opportunities. The video also explores cultural phrases used in Asian languages and provides a language lesson on particles. It concludes with a promotional segment for ChinesePod's services.

Who did Nick meet at the exhibition?

• Mr. Lee

• Mr. Wang

• Mr. Chen

• Mr. Zhang

What was Mr. Wang's initial reaction to Nick's product?

• Completely uninterested

• Not particularly interested

• Somewhat interested

• Very interested

What did Nick want to do after getting Mr. Wang's business card?

• Visit Mr. Wang's company

• Send a thank you note

• Invite Mr. Wang to a conference

• Send a gift

How did Nick manage to secure a meeting with Mr. Wang?

• By calling Mr. Wang's assistant

• By sending more product information

• By suggesting a dinner meeting

• By offering a discount

What phrase does Nick use to politely start his conversation with Mr. Wang?

• Excuse me, may I bother you?

• Sorry to interrupt you.

• Apologies for the disturbance.

• Pardon me, can I have a moment?

In which other Asian languages is a similar polite phrase used?

• Japanese and Korean

• Thai and Vietnamese

• Indonesian and Malay

• Hindi and Urdu

What does the phrase 'the thing is' usually indicate?

• A question

• A command

• A detailed explanation

• A short statement

What additional resources does ChinesePod offer?

• Live classes

• Exercises and downloadable material

• One-on-one tutoring

• Free textbooks

What is the promo code mentioned for a discount on ChinesePod?

• CHINESE

• GRACE

• PODCAST

• LEARN

How many subscribers can redeem the promo code offer?

• 300

• 400

• 200

• 100