How Good Are Your Manners?

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You’re in the middle of a Bible study with your friends when your cell phone rings. What do you do?

Answer it immediately. After all, it could be important!
Let it ring but don’t answer it. You’re with other people and it’s not polite to have a phone conversation in front of them.
Make sure your phone is off or on silent before your meeting. You can always check the messages later.
None of the above

Correct Answer

A. Make sure your phone is off or on silent before your meeting. You can always check the messages later.

Explanation

The most appropriate action in this situation, especially during a Bible study or any similar gathering, would be:
C. Make sure your phone is off or on silent before your meeting. You can always check the messages later.
This option respects the importance of the gathering and ensures that the focus remains on the discussion or study at hand without distractions from phone calls.

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3.

You’re sitting at the lunch table when your friends start gossiping about a girl in your class. What do you do?

Join in the conversation. It would be rude to suddenly ignore your friends.
Immediately go tell the person they’re gossiping about. She deserves to know what other people are saying.
Explain to your friends that this is not the best thing to be talking about and ask them to change the subject. Or make a positive statement about the person and use that to change the subject.
None of the above

Correct Answer

A. Explain to your friends that this is not the best thing to be talking about and ask them to change the subject. Or make a positive statement about the person and use that to change the subject.

Explanation

And the answer is… C. Unfortunately, gossip is an incredibly popular topic of conversation at places like the lunch table. But just because your friends take part doesn’t mean that you have to. Becoming involved in the conversation or telling the person that it’s about would simply make the problem worse. Instead of continuing the gossip, stop it in its tracks. Tell your friends that talking about someone negatively is no way to have a conversation. If they refuse to change the subject, move to a different table. Be sure to only involve yourself in topics that are uplifting and pleasing to the Lord.

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4.

A boy in your class texts you and asks you out on a date but you know you wouldn’t feel comfortable. What do you do?

Ignore the text or pretend it was never received. If he really wanted to hang out with you, he’d ask you in person.
Make up an excuse. Surely you can find something else to do that day.
Tell him you’re very flattered but now might not be the best time for a date.
None of the above

Correct Answer

A. Tell him you’re very flattered but now might not be the best time for a date.

Explanation

This response is respectful and honest, allowing you to express your feelings without hurting the other person's. Clear communication is key in such situations, and it's important to set boundaries in a way that is kind and considerate.

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5.

Your mom just introduced you to one of her close friends at work. Do you…

Smile politely but don’t say anything. Mom’s the one who’s friends with her. Might as well let her do the talking, right?
Look her in the eye, give a firm handshake and say “Nice to meet you.”
Break the ice by telling her a funny story about your mom.
None of the above

Correct Answer

A. Look her in the eye, give a firm handshake and say “Nice to meet you.”

Explanation

And the answer is… B. Just because you’re dealing with adults doesn’t mean that you need to keep silent and hide behind your parents. You only have one first impression, so make it count! Keeping eye contact and giving a nice handshake shows that you’re a mature and confident individual. Still respect her as an adult by keeping your conversation appropriate but don’t feel the need to remain silent. People are more willing to treat you like an adult if you’re willing to act like one.

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6.

You’re at a restaurant with your friends but your waiter is not very nice. Do you…

Ignore his negative attitude and continue with your meal.
Make jokes about him with your friends once he leaves the table.
Loudly proclaim that you’d like to see the manager and make a formal complaint.
None of the above

Correct Answer

A. Ignore his negative attitude and continue with your meal.

Explanation

And the answer is… A. Those waiters or waitresses that don’t seem very happy to be working are more common than you think. But that doesn’t mean you need to treat them with disrespect. In situations like this, always keep in mind how important it is to treat others the way you want to be treated. Instead of making a scene or rudely making comments behind your waiter’s back, simply focus on your own meal and try to be respectful and kind. Who knows, maybe your positive attitude will brighten up his day?

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7.

You’re going on your first job interview. What do you wear?

Same thing you wear every day. It’s important to be yourself on a job interview.
A nice skirt and blouse. Nothing too fancy.
Your nicest dress. That cocktail dress in the back of your closet should really impress them!
None of the above

Correct Answer

A. A nice skirt and blouse. Nothing too fancy.

Explanation

And the answer is… B. A job interview is all about first impressions. So make sure you look your best! This doesn’t necessarily mean wearing your most extravagant dress. That would just be over the top. Dress for the occasion – even though your cocktail dress is nice, it isn’t appropriate in the workplace. Simply try to look professional. Find your nicest skirt or finest dress pants and try to pair them with a cute but modest blouse. Although wearing you favorite jeans may be closer to your actual personality, it’s not appropriate for a business environment. Your clothes can say a lot about you even if they’re not part of your everyday wardrobe. Employers want to see that you’re clean, organized and ready to take on the job. So let those things come across in your special work outfits.

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8.

You and one of your closest friends have recently had a big argument. You haven’t seen her in a few days, but you really feel like it’s time to talk about the situation. Do you...

Invite her out to lunch to have a nice long chat.
Send her a text to see if she’s still mad.
Nothing. Let her come to you. That’ll at least give her some time to cool off.
None of the above

Correct Answer

A. Invite her out to lunch to have a nice long chat.

Explanation

And the answer is… A. In delicate situations, ignoring the conflict will only make it worse. Don’t expect your friend to come to you. Instead, be proactive and show your friend that you actually care about repairing the relationship. At the same time, something as impersonal as a text just won’t fly. It may be a little awkward, but a face-to-face meeting shows compassion and a true interest in fixing the conflict. Being able to talk to your friend in this way will also give you a better chance to talk out every detail and hear both sides of the story.

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9.

You’re having dinner with a friend and her family and they serve you one of your least favorite foods. What do you do?

Just eat it. It’ll be tough and you may make a face, but you’ll survive.
Slip it to the dog under the table.
Politely refuse the item before it’s put on your plate.
None of the above

Correct Answer

A. Politely refuse the item before it’s put on your plate.

Explanation

And the answer is… C. It’s common to have a food that you simply can’t stand. Instead of suffering through it or pretending that you like it, be honest. Politely tell your hostess that you don’t eat that particular food but that you’d be happy to try what else is on the table. If you allow the item to be put on your plate and then don’t eat it, your hostess may think that it’s her cooking that you dislike. Not to mention the fact that it’s an incredible waste of food.

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10.

Which of the following is considered a display of good manners during a conversation?

Interrupting when you have something important to say
Listening attentively without interrupting
Checking your phone while the other person speaks
Speaking louder to ensure your point is made

Correct Answer

A. Listening attentively without interrupting

Explanation

Good manners in conversation involve showing respect for the other person, which includes listening attentively and avoiding interruptions. It demonstrates that you value what the other person is saying. Interrupting or being distracted by a phone is considered rude and disrespectful. Speaking louder, unless necessary, can come across as aggressive rather than polite. Respectful communication is key to good manners in social interactions.

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You’re in the middle of a Bible study with your friends when your cell phone rings. What do you do?

You’re sitting at the lunch table when your friends start gossiping about a girl in your class. What do you do?

A boy in your class texts you and asks you out on a date but you know you wouldn’t feel comfortable. What do you do?

Your mom just introduced you to one of her close friends at work. Do you…

You’re at a restaurant with your friends but your waiter is not very nice. Do you…

You’re going on your first job interview. What do you wear?

You and one of your closest friends have recently had a big argument. You haven’t seen her in a few days, but you really feel like it’s time to talk about the situation. Do you...

You’re having dinner with a friend and her family and they serve you one of your least favorite foods. What do you do?

Which of the following is considered a display of good manners during a conversation?