Greetings and Introductions in English: Learn to Greet and Introduce Yourself

Question 1

Which of the following is the most common informal greeting in German?

Accepted Answer

Hallo

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Guten Morgen

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Auf Wiedersehen

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Wie geht es Ihnen?

Question 2

Which of the following questions is used to inquire about someone's well-being in German?

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Wie geht es Ihnen?

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Wie heißen Sie?

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Woher kommen Sie?

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Was machen Sie?

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a polite way to address someone formally in German?

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Du

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Sie

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Herr/Frau

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Ihr

Question 4

Which of the following is a culturally appropriate way to greet someone in Germany?

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A handshake

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A hug

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A kiss on the cheek

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A bow

Question 5

Upon being introduced to someone as "Peter Johnson," the most suitable response is:

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Hello, Peter. Nice to meet you.

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My name is Peter too.

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What is your name?

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I am glad to know you.

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT an acceptable way to ask for someone's name in English?

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Can I have your name?

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What's your name?

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Excuse me, what do you call yourself?

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May I know your name?

Question 7

When addressing someone older than you, it is most appropriate to use:

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First name with "Mr./Ms."

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First name

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Last name

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Nickname

Question 8

To ask someone where they are from, the most suitable way to phrase the question is:

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Where are you from?

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What is your country?

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Where are you?

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Where do you live?

Question 9

When meeting someone for the first time in a formal setting, which phrase is the most appropriate way to introduce yourself?

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Hello, I'm John Smith.

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Howdy!

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Sup, I'm John.

Question 10

When meeting someone for the first time in a formal setting, which greeting is most suitable?

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Hello, my name is John Smith.

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Hi, I'm John.

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What's up, I'm John.

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Good day, John speaking.

Question 11

When responding to a greeting, it is generally considered polite to:

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Repeat the greeting and smile

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Ignore the person and walk away

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Immediately ask the person their name

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Begin a conversation about the weather

Question 12

What is the most formal greeting in English?

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Good day

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Hi

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Hello

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Morning

Question 13

Which statement is not a standard way to introduce oneself in English?

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I'm doing well

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My name is...

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I'm from...

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Nice to meet you

Question 14

What is a suitable response to the greeting 'Good evening'?

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Good evening to you too

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Hello

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Nice to meet you

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How are you?

Question 15

Which topic is generally not considered suitable for discussing during introductions?

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Politics

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Weather

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Hobbies

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Work

Question 16

When meeting someone in a formal setting, which greeting is most appropriate in English?

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Good day, sir/madam

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Hi there!

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Hello, my name is...

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What's up?

Question 17

When parting ways, a common way to say goodbye in English is:

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See you later

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Auf Wiedersehen

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Good night

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Tschüss

Question 18

Which of the following is a suitable response to a compliment in English?

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Oh, you're too kind

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No problem

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That's great

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You're welcome

Question 19

Which of the following is an informal way to greet someone in English?

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Hey, man

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Hello, dear sir

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Good morning, Miss Smith

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How do you do?

Question 20

In a business setting, which of the following is NOT an appropriate way to introduce yourself?

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Yo, what's up?

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Hello, my name is...

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I'm pleased to meet you

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Nice to make your acquaintance

Question 21

In a professional setting, which greeting is most suitable for a formal introduction?

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Good morning, Ms. Johnson.

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Howdy, partner!

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Yo, what's good?

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Greetings and salutations!

Question 22

Which idiom means to establish a strong connection with someone you've just met?

Accepted Answer

Hit it off

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Break a leg

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Keep your chin up

Question 23

In response to the greeting "Good morning," what should you say?

Accepted Answer

Good morning to you too.

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Hello.

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How are you this morning?

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Nice to meet you.

Question 24

When addressing someone you don't know well, what formal way of address should you use?

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Mr./Ms. [Last Name]

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Hello, [First Name]

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Greetings!

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Excuse me.

Question 25

Which of these phrases is used to say goodbye in a formal setting?

Accepted Answer

Farewell.

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See you later.

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Bye.

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Have a good day.

Question 26

When writing a business email, which salutation is most appropriate?

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Dear Mr./Ms. [Last Name],

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Hi [Name],

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Hello there,

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Hey, [Name]

Question 27

In English-speaking cultures, which smile is typically associated with genuine happiness and warmth?

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A Duchenne smile involving both the mouth and eyes

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A subtle smile with tightly closed lips

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A forced smile that lacks sincerity

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A smirk that conveys superiority or mockery

Question 28

In English-speaking cultures, what is the main purpose of having "small talk"?

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To create connections

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To share personal details

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To talk about serious matters

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To practice speaking English

Question 29

In English-speaking cultures, when is it generally acceptable to use someone's first name?

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When you are close friends or family

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When meeting someone for the first time

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When you are in a formal setting

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When you are speaking to someone of higher authority

Question 30

Which non-verbal cue is generally not considered suitable for greetings and introductions in English-speaking cultures?

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Bowing deeply

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Making eye contact

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Smiling

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Shaking hands

Question 31

When greeting someone in English culture, what is considered polite and respectful?

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Making eye contact

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Not making eye contact

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Looking at the person's shoes

Question 32

When meeting someone for the first time in an English-speaking culture, what is the appropriate distance to keep between you?

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Keep an arm's length of distance to respect their personal space

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Touch their arm or shoulder as a greeting

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Stand very close, almost nose-to-nose, to show interest

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Step back as you greet them to show politeness

Question 33

When someone compliments your new haircut, what is a polite and appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Thank you! I'm glad you like it.

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Oh, this old thing?

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I know, right?

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What do you mean?

Question 34

When greeting someone in an English-speaking culture, what is considered appropriate regarding eye contact?

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Maintaining direct eye contact throughout the interaction

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Avoiding eye contact to avoid being perceived as disrespectful

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Making eye contact only at the start and conclusion of the interaction

Question 35

When meeting someone formally, which non-verbal cues are appropriate?

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Maintain eye contact and shake hands firmly.

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Avoid eye contact and cross your arms.

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Speak loudly and use exaggerated gestures.

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Slouch and play with your hands.

Question 36

What is the most common way to greet someone in English?

Accepted Answer

Hello

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Goodbye

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Thank you

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Excuse me

Question 37

When replying to "Good morning", the appropriate response is:

Accepted Answer

Good morning

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Hello

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How are you?

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Goodbye

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a polite way to introduce yourself?

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Yo, what's up?

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Excuse me, I'd like to introduce myself

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Hello, my name is...

Question 39

Upon meeting someone for the first time, it is customary to:

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Shake hands

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Bow

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Hug

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Kiss on the cheek

Question 40

When introducing someone older than you, it is important to:

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Address them using their title and last name

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Use their first name

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Introduce them by their nickname

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Avoid mentioning their age

Question 41

For a positive first impression, it is crucial to:

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Be polite and respectful

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Interrupt the other person

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Focus primarily on talking about yourself

Question 42

During a professional introduction, it is appropriate to:

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State your name, position, and company

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Use slang or overly casual language

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Discuss your personal interests

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Avoid using your last name

Question 43

Which greeting would be most appropriate for a formal business event?

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Good morning, Mr./Ms. [Last Name].

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Hey there!

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Sup, dude?

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Yo, what's up?

Question 44

When introducing someone you know to a stranger, what should you say first?

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This is [Person's Name].

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[Person's Name] is my friend.

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Meet [Person's Name], my friend.

Question 45

When writing a formal letter, what is the most appropriate salutation?

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Dear [Recipient's Title] [Recipient's Last Name]

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Hello [Recipient's Name]

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Hey there

Question 46

Which of the following is a suitable way to greet someone during the afternoon?

Accepted Answer

Good afternoon

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Good night

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Good evening

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Good morning

Question 47

Which of the following phrases would be considered an informal way to say goodbye?

Accepted Answer

Later

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Goodbye

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Farewell

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Have a nice day

Question 48

Which of the following phrases is used to politely ask for someone's name?

Accepted Answer

May I ask your name, please?

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What's your business?

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Nice to make your acquaintance.

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Who are you?

Question 49

When introducing yourself over the phone, the most appropriate opening is:

Accepted Answer

Hello, this is [Your Name].

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Who's this?

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Yo, what's up?

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Good day.

Question 50

When addressing an elderly person, it is respectful to use:

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Sir/Madam

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Yo

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Hey

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Dude

Question 51

When interacting with people from different cultures, it is important to:

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Be aware of cultural differences in greetings.

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Be disrespectful of other cultures.

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Ignore cultural differences.

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Assume that all cultures greet each other the same way.

Question 52

In Germany, the most formal way to greet someone is:

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Guten Tag

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Servus

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Hallo

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Tschüss

Question 53

The typical way to introduce yourself in English is:

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My name is...

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Call me...

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You can say...

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I am called...

Question 54

An informal greeting often used to reconnect with someone you haven't seen for a while is:

Accepted Answer

Long time, no see!

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How are you?

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What's up?

Question 55

The country known for its unique greeting gesture called "the Thai wai" is:

Accepted Answer

Thailand

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China

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India

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Japan

Question 56

In a professional setting, an inappropriate way to introduce yourself is:

Accepted Answer

Yo, what's up?

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Nice to meet you

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Hello, my name is...

Question 57

Effective introductions are characterized by:

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Clear and concise language

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Avoiding eye contact

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Using technical jargon

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Exaggerated gestures

Question 58

You meet a friend on the street. What is the most appropriate greeting?

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Hi, how are you?

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See you later.

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Good morning.

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Good evening.

Question 59

You are introduced to a new teacher. What is a polite way to respond?

Accepted Answer

Nice to meet you.

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Hello.

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What's your name?

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How do you do?

Question 60

You want to know someone's name. How do you ask politely?

Accepted Answer

What's your name?

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May I know your name?

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Who are you?

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Tell me your name.

Question 61

You are leaving a friend's house. What is a suitable farewell?

Accepted Answer

See you later.

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Nice to meet you.

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Good morning.

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Good evening.

Question 62

You want to introduce your friend, Max, to your teacher. How would you say it?

Accepted Answer

This is Max.

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I have a friend, Max.

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Max, this is my teacher.

Question 63

You are asked about your age. How would you respond?

Accepted Answer

I'm 15 years old.

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I have 15 years.

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My age is 15.

Question 64

You want to ask someone how they are doing. Which question is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

How are you?

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What do you do?

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What's your name?

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Where are you from?