Spanish 1 - Expressions Of Courtesy
Answer the questions to review Spanish courtesy expressions. All answers should be in Spanish.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
You need to ask for a favor, what courtesy expression should you include in your request?
- A.
Lo siento
- B.
Perdon
- C.
Salud!
- D.
Por favor
- E.
Gracias
Correct Answer
D. Por favorExplanation
It's polite and respectful to add a "please" when you request a favor from someone.Rate this question:
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- 2.
You are in a crowded hallway and need to get through. What should you say?
Correct Answer
Con permisoExplanation
The expression "con permiso" is used to request permission to pass by and is polite.Rate this question:
- 3.
There's only one way to say excuse me in Spanish.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because there are multiple ways to say "excuse me" in Spanish. Some common phrases include "perdón," "disculpe," and "con permiso."Rate this question:
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- 4.
Your friend has just thanked you for loaning him/her a pencil and a piece of paper...what do you say in return?
- A.
De nada
- B.
Gracias
- C.
Por favor
- D.
Salud
Correct Answer
A. De nadaExplanation
"De nada" is a common response in Spanish, which translates to "you're welcome" in English. It is used to acknowledge and dismiss gratitude, indicating that lending a pencil and a piece of paper was not a big deal or inconvenience.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The French expression, "Bon appetit" means the same thing as "Buen provecho."
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The French expression "Bon appetit" and the Spanish expression "Buen provecho" both convey the same meaning, which is wishing someone to have a good meal or enjoy their food. Therefore, the statement that they mean the same thing is true.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Your teacher has just given you a study guide to help you prepare for the test. What should you say in return?
Correct Answer
GraciasExplanation
The correct answer is "Gracias" because it means "thank you" in Spanish, and it is a polite way to express gratitude towards the teacher for providing the study guide.Rate this question:
- 7.
You arrive late to class, thereby disrupting it. What should you say?
- A.
Gracias
- B.
De nada
- C.
Por favor
- D.
Lo siento
Correct Answer
D. Lo sientoExplanation
In this situation, "lo siento" is the appropriate response because it means "I'm sorry" in Spanish. By saying "lo siento," you are acknowledging that your late arrival has caused a disruption and expressing regret for your actions. This phrase shows that you are aware of the impact of your tardiness and are apologizing for it.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Put the words used in response to a sneeze in order from 1st to 3rd (left to right).
Correct Answer
salud dinero amorExplanation
The words used in response to a sneeze are "salud dinero amor."Rate this question:
- 9.
Which of the following expressions of "excuse me" should you use in the event you want to get someone's attention?
- A.
Con permiso
- B.
Disculpe
- C.
Perdon
Correct Answer
B. DisculpeExplanation
The expression "disculpe" is the correct answer because it is commonly used in Spanish to politely get someone's attention. It can be translated as "excuse me" or "pardon me" and is a polite and respectful way to address someone when you need their attention or want to ask them a question.Rate this question:
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