How Many of These Unspoken Social Rules Do You Follow?

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    What’s generally considered rude in text conversations?

    • Replying instantly
    • Taking more than 2 days to reply
    • Using emojis
    • Saying “lol”
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About This Quiz

The Social Rules Quiz invites you to test your awareness of the subtle, unspoken rules that govern everyday social interactions. These are the little expectations that shape how people behave in conversations, online, and in public. The quiz blends humor and psychology to explore common social norms like when to reply to texts, how to behave at gatherings, and what’s okay to share.

It’s designed to reveal how socially savvy you are, whether you instinctively follow these rules or break them without thinking. Enjoy a playful but insightful look at the invisible etiquette shaping our daily lives. Take the Social Rules Quiz and see if you truly know how to navigate modern social situations with grace and humor!

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  • 2. 

    When is it appropriate to “ghost” someone in dating?

    • After one date

    • After several weeks of silence

    • Immediately after meeting

    • Never

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  • 3. 

    What’s the social rule about phone use at dinner?

    • Phones off or face down

    • Phone on the table

    • Checking constantly

    • Only texting

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  • 4. 

    Is it okay to share personal information immediately with new acquaintances?

    • Yes

    • No

    • Only if asked

    • Only online

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  • 5. 

    How long is an appropriate wait before following up on a job application?

    • 1 day

    • 1 week

    • 1 month

    • 1 year

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  • 6. 

    When should you RSVP to an event invite?

    • Immediately

    • Within a few days

    • After the event

    • Whenever you feel like it

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  • 7. 

    What’s the general rule about interrupting in conversations?

    • Interrupt freely

    • Wait for a pause

    • Speak louder to be heard

    • Text while listening

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  • 8. 

    How many “likes” should you expect before liking a friend’s post?

    • None

    • All

    • Only meaningful posts

    • Only posts with many likes

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  • 9. 

    When is it appropriate to discuss politics with friends?

    • Always

    • Only if invited

    • Only on social media

    • Never

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  • 10. 

    How soon should you reply to a text from a close friend?

    • Within minutes

    • Within hours

    • Within days

    • After a week

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  • 11. 

    What’s considered polite phone etiquette in public?

    • Talking loudly

    • Using headphones

    • Ignoring calls

    • Using speakerphone

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  • 12. 

    Is it okay to use memes in professional group chats?

    • Yes, anytime

    • Only if appropriate

    • Never

    • Only on Fridays

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  • 13. 

    How should you behave if you accidentally send a message to the wrong group?

    • Ignore it

    • Apologize and explain

    • Delete immediately

    • Make a joke

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  • 14. 

    What is a good way to handle loud talkers in a group setting?

    • Tell them to be quiet

    • Ignore them

    • Politely ask to lower voice

    • Leave immediately

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  • 15. 

    When is it okay to bring up sensitive topics in casual conversations?

    • Anytime

    • When trust is established

    • Never

    • Only online

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