Spanish 1 - Expressions Of Courtesy | Attempts: 1010

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You need to ask for a favor, what courtesy expression should you include in your request?
- Lo siento
- Perdon
- Salud!
- Por favor
- Gracias

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Answer the questions to review Spanish courtesy expressions. All answers should be in Spanish.

Spanish 1 - Expressions Of Courtesy - Quiz

Questions and Answers

2.

You are in a crowded hallway and need to get through. What should you say?

Explanation
The expression "con permiso" is used to request permission to pass by and is polite.

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3.

There's only one way to say excuse me in Spanish.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

The statement is false because there are multiple ways to say "excuse me" in Spanish. Some common phrases include "perdón," "disculpe," and "con permiso."

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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?
- De nada
- Gracias
- Por favor
- Salud
Correct Answer

A. De nada

Explanation

"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.

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5.

The French expression, "Bon appetit" means the same thing as "Buen provecho."
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

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.

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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
Gracias

Explanation
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.

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7.

You arrive late to class, thereby disrupting it. What should you say?
- Gracias
- De nada
- Por favor
- Lo siento
Correct Answer

A. Lo siento

Explanation

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.

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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 amor

Explanation
The words used in response to a sneeze are "salud dinero amor."

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Which of the following expressions of "excuse me" should you use in the event you want to get someone's attention?
- Con permiso
- Disculpe
- Perdon
Correct Answer

A. Disculpe

Explanation

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.

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Spanish 1 - Expressions Of Courtesy

You need to ask for a favor, what courtesy expression should you include in your request?

You are in a crowded hallway and need to get through. What should you say?

There's only one way to say excuse me in Spanish.

Your friend has just thanked you for loaning him/her a pencil and a piece of paper...what do you say in return?

The French expression, "Bon appetit" means the same thing as "Buen provecho."

Your teacher has just given you a study guide to help you prepare for the test. What should you say in return?

You arrive late to class, thereby disrupting it. What should you say?

Put the words used in response to a sneeze in order from 1st to 3rd (left to right).

Which of the following expressions of "excuse me" should you use in the event you want to get someone's attention?