Politeness in English Quiz

Which of the following is a polite way to express that you find a dress unflattering?

• That dress makes you look fat.

• I think that dress is a bit unflattering.

• That dress is ugly.

• I hate that dress.

How can you politely express that you didn't enjoy a movie?

• I hated it.

• It was interesting.

• It was the worst.

• It was terrible.

What is a polite way to point out a mistake in a document?

• You made a mistake in this document.

• This document is full of errors.

• I'm afraid it appears you've made a small mistake in this document.

• This document is incorrect.

Which phrase can be used to politely decline an invitation?

• I won't be there.

• I don't want to go.

• I'm not sure I'll have time.

• No, I can't come.

How can you politely suggest someone to keep the noise down?

• You're too loud.

• Sorry, I was wondering if you could please keep the noise down a bit.

• Stop making noise.

• Be quiet!

Which expression is used to make a polite request?

• You must do it.

• I was hoping you could help.

• Do it now.

• I demand you to do it.

What is a polite way to ask for the time?

• Would you mind telling me what time it is?

• What time is it?

• Tell me the time.

• I need to know the time.

How can you politely ask someone to hold the door?

• Hold the door!

• Would you mind holding the door, please?

• Keep the door open.

• Don't close the door.

Which phrase is used to make an indirect question?

• Could you please tell me where the station is?

• Where's the station?

• I need to know where the station is.

• Tell me where the station is.

What is a polite way to ask someone to finish a report quickly?

• Finish the report quickly and give it to me.

• Could you please finish the report as soon as possible and let me have it?

• I need the report now.

• Hurry up with the report.