02. Greetings –

Worksheet Solutions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

(i) What is a polite way to say hello?
(a) Bye
(b) Hi
(c) Goodbye
(d) No
Ans:
 (b)
Explanation: “Hi” is a friendly and polite way to greet someone.

(ii) When do we say “Good night”?
(a) In the morning
(b) In the evening
(c) At lunchtime
(d) Before bed
Ans:
 (d)
Explanation: We typically say “Good night” when parting ways before going to bed.

(iii) What do we say when someone sneezes?
(a) Hello
(b) Thank you
(c) Bless you
(d) Goodbye
Ans: 
(c)
Explanation: It is customary to say “Bless you!” as a polite response when someone sneezes.

(iv) Which word is polite when you ask for something?
(a) Please
(b) Goodnight
(c) Thank you
(d) No
Ans: 
(a)
Explanation: “Please” is a courteous word used when making a request.

Fill in the Blanks

(i) We say “Good ______” in the morning.
Ans: Morning
Explanation: The phrase “Good morning” is used to greet someone at the start of the day.

(ii) In the evening, we say “Good ______.”
Ans: Evening
Explanation: “Good evening” is a greeting used in the evening.

(iii) You can wave and say _______ when you meet someone.
Ans: Hello
Explanation: “Hello” is a standard greeting that can be accompanied by a wave.

(iv) “Please” and “_______ you” are polite words.
Ans: Thank
Explanation: The phrase “Thank you” is also a polite expression of gratitude.

(v) We use “_______” to say goodbye.
Ans: Goodbye
Explanation: “Goodbye” is the standard expression used when parting ways.

True and False(i) “How are you?” is a common greeting.
Ans:
 True – “How are you?” is a common greeting.

Explanation: “How are you?” is frequently used as a friendly inquiry about someone’s well-being.

(ii) We use “Goodbye” to say hello.
Ans:
 False – We use “Goodbye” to say goodbye, not hello.
Explanation: “Goodbye” is used to bid farewell, not as a greeting.

(iii) “Please” and “Thank you” are polite words.
Ans:
 True – “Please” and “Thank you” are polite words.
Explanation: Both expressions are essential in polite conversation, indicating respect and appreciation.

(iv) “Nice to meet you!” is a friendly greeting.
Ans:
 True – “Nice to meet you!” is a friendly greeting.
Explanation: This phrase is commonly used to express pleasure upon meeting someone.

(v) We say “Good night” in the morning.
Ans: 
False – We say “Good night” in the evening, not in the morning.
Explanation: “Good night” is said in the evening, typically before sleeping.

Short Answer Questions

(i) What is a polite way to ask for something?
Ans:
 “Please” is a polite way to ask for something. Using “please” shows respect and courtesy when making a request.

(ii) When do we usually say “Good morning”?
Ans:
 We usually say “Good morning” in the morning. This greeting is typically used from early morning until around noon.

(iii) How do you greet someone when you meet them for the first time?
Ans:
 When you meet someone for the first time, you can greet them with “Hi” or “Hello.” These are informal yet polite ways to initiate a conversation.

(iv) What do you say when someone helps you?
Ans:
 When someone helps you, you can say “Thank you.” This expression conveys appreciation for the assistance received.

(v) Can you name one polite word you use to show gratitude?
Ans: 
One polite word to show gratitude is “Thank you.” This word is commonly used to express thanks for help or kindness.