British Society And Behaviour
- 1.
The easiest, politest and most English way to start a conversation with someone you don't know is to:
- A.
Talk about the weather
- B.
Say, 'hi, my name's x, how do you do?'
- C.
Recommend a good fish and chip take away place
- D.
Nod and smile and hope they come over
Correct Answer
A. Talk about the weatherExplanation
Starting a conversation by talking about the weather is considered the easiest, politest, and most English way because it is a neutral topic that everyone can relate to. Discussing the weather allows for a casual and non-threatening opening to a conversation, making it a common icebreaker in many cultures. Additionally, weather is a topic that is easily observable and can lead to further discussions or shared experiences.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The correct response to 'how do you do?' is:
- A.
I'm well, thank you, and yoruself?
- B.
How do you do?
- C.
Do you how do?
- D.
Thanks for asking, I'm great today! What about you?
Correct Answer
B. How do you do?Explanation
The correct response to "how do you do?" is "How do you do?" This is a common phrase used as a polite greeting, especially in formal situations. It is a way to show politeness and acknowledge the other person's greeting. By responding with the same phrase, it indicates that both individuals are being polite and respectful in their conversation.Rate this question:
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- 3.
When a woman gives another woman a compliment, what should the other woman do? For example; A: your hair looks great that colour!
- A.
Thanks! That's so nice of you to say, my boyfriend didn't even notice!
- B.
Oh I hate it!
- C.
Oh really? I find it's a bit dark for my complexion
Correct Answer
C. Oh really? I find it's a bit dark for my complexionExplanation
The correct answer is "Oh really? I find it's a bit dark for my complexion." This response acknowledges the compliment and politely expresses a personal preference or concern about the complimented aspect. It shows that the woman appreciates the compliment while also sharing her own perspective on the matter.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What is the polite upper-class way of saying toilet?
- A.
Loo
- B.
Little girl's room/ little boy's room
- C.
Lav
- D.
Bog
Correct Answer
A. LooExplanation
The polite upper-class way of saying toilet is "Loo".Rate this question:
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- 5.
If you want someone to move out of your way, what is the most common way to ask?
- A.
Pardon
- B.
Excuse me
- C.
Move!
- D.
Please could you move?
Correct Answer
B. Excuse meExplanation
The most common way to ask someone to move out of your way is by saying "Excuse me." This phrase is polite and respectful, indicating that you are asking for their attention and cooperation without being demanding or rude. It is a socially acceptable way to navigate through a crowded space or politely request someone to make room for you.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which Society was created last?
- A.
Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
- B.
Royal Society for Public Health
- C.
National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
- D.
Royal National Lifeboat Institution
Correct Answer
C. National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to ChildrenExplanation
The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children was created last among the given options. This can be inferred from the fact that the other three societies mentioned, namely the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Royal Society for Public Health, and Royal National Lifeboat Institution, were created before the NSPCC.Rate this question:
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- 7.
At Eton College, the last canning was in:
- A.
1948
- B.
1984
- C.
1962
- D.
1952
Correct Answer
B. 1984Explanation
The question asks for the year of the last canning at Eton College. Canning refers to a tradition at Eton College where senior students would use a cane to discipline junior students. Based on the given options, the correct answer is 1984. This means that the practice of canning was discontinued at Eton College after 1984.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who is not legally allowed to eat swans?
- A.
Queen
- B.
The Duke of Edinburgh
- C.
St John's College, Cambridge
- D.
Corpus Christi College, Oxford
Correct Answer
D. Corpus Christi College, OxfordExplanation
Corpus Christi College, Oxford is not legally allowed to eat swans. This is because swans on the River Thames are protected under the Queen's ownership and it is illegal to kill or eat them without her permission. The Queen, the Duke of Edinburgh, and St John's College, Cambridge are not restricted by this law.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which of these is not another word for 'chav'?
- A.
Skanger
- B.
Chavver
- C.
Yarco
- D.
Chola
Correct Answer
D. Chola -
- 10.
Choose the correct English saying:
- A.
It's raining axes
- B.
It's raining frogs
- C.
It's raining cats and dogs
- D.
It's raining tea
Correct Answer
C. It's raining cats and dogsExplanation
The correct English saying is "It's raining cats and dogs." This saying is used to describe heavy rainfall. It is believed to have originated from the idea that during heavy rainstorms, cats and dogs would seek shelter on the roofs of houses, and when the rain became too heavy, they would fall off the roofs, giving the appearance of it "raining cats and dogs."Rate this question:
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