Manners Quiz for 9th-12th Graders

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  When paying someone a compliment, what is a topic to avoid?

  • A.
    An accomplishment on the ball field
  • B.
    An accomplishment in the classroom
  • C.
    Weight loss
  • D.
    Clothes/outfit
• 2.
  You’re at your cousin’s wedding. It’s a bit crowded and your place setting is pretty close to your neighbors. Which bread plate is yours? Which soup spoon is yours?

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  • A.
    A, 1
  • B.
    A, 2
  • C.
    B, 3
  • D.
    A, 3
• 3.
  How long do you have to send a thank you note for a graduation gift?

  • A.
    Before you begin college or start working
  • B.
    3 months
  • C.
    6 months
  • D.
    ASAP (but better late than never)
• 4.
  Corsages and boutonnieres should be worn on which side?

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  • A.
    Left for ladies and right for gentlemen
  • B.
    Left for ladies and left for gentlemen
  • C.
    Right for ladies and right for gentlemen
  • D.
    Right for ladies and left for gentlemen
• 5.
  Which strategies below are helpful in resolving conflicts? Select all that apply.

  • A.
    Preface the conversation by asking “do you have a minute to talk?”
  • B.
    Offer ideas for how you can improve yourself as well
  • C.
    Lead off the conversation with a well thought out list of what you want the other person to change
  • D.
    Wait 24 hours to cool off if possible
• 6.
  When sending emails, emojis ________.

  • A.
    Are a useful way to convey tone of voice in an otherwise cold email
  • B.
    Are added only in the last paragraph
  • C.
    Are used in the body but not the subject line
  • D.
    Can be seen as unprofessional and are best left for text messages
• 7.
  What does it mean when an invitation states “Regrets Only”?

  • A.
    Reply to the host only if you are unable to attend
  • B.
    The event is a fundraising event
  • C.
    The event will be canceled if there is inclement weather
  • D.
    The event will be canceled if a certain number of people do not RSVP
• 8.
  You’re attending a gala for a local charity. As soon as you walk in the door you see the coat check. You give the attendant your coat and he/she gives you a/an ____?

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  • A.
    Hanger
  • B.
    Key to a locker
  • C.
    Numbered ticket
  • D.
    Envelope
• 9.
  You’ve been invited to a fundraising event hosted by a local political candidate. The invitation states the dress code is “Black Tie.” What should you wear?

  • A.
    Ladies: professional pant/skirt suit. Gentlemen: dark suit with tie.
  • B.
    Ladies: formal gown. Gentlemen: tuxedo.
  • C.
    Ladies: cocktail dress or dressy romper. Gentlemen: black suit with black tie.
  • D.
    Ladies: black cocktail dress or dressy romper. Gentlemen: black suit with black tie.
• 10.
  Where does your napkin go if you have to leave the table for a bit during the meal?

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  • A.
    To the left of your plate
  • B.
    To the right of your plate
  • C.
    On your chair
  • D.
    Above your plate

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Oh dear...

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  Looks like there’s some room for improvement, but I wouldn’t sweat it. After all, this is just a quiz on the internet. There's plenty of time before you graduate to brush up on the manners and social skills you'll need as an adult. To see what you missed, check your email for the complete quiz answers and a family discussion guide.If you want to learn more about me, the gal who created a manners quiz, click here.
• 2.
  Oh dear...

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  Looks like there’s some room for improvement, but I wouldn’t sweat it. After all, this is just a quiz on the internet. There's plenty of time before you graduate to brush up on the manners and social skills you'll need as an adult. To see what you missed, check your email for the complete quiz answers and a family discussion guide.If you want to learn more about me, the gal who created a manners quiz, click here.
• 3.
  Nice job!

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  Looks like you only missed a few. Keep up the good work and never stop learning.To see what you missed, check your email for the complete quiz answers and a family discussion guide.Remember, good manners make happy people!If you want to learn more about me, the gal who created a manners quiz, click here.
• 4.
  Perfectly polite!

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  Look at you! Learning manners is important in your home and it shows. Keep up the good work. To go further, check your email for the complete quiz answers and a family discussion guide. Remember, good manners make happy people!If you want to learn more about me, the gal who created a manners quiz, click here.