A1 Level – Elementary
1. Do you say “please” when asking for something?
2. Do you say “thank you” often?
3. Do you say “excuse me” when passing people?
4. Do you greet people with “hello” or “hi”?
5. Do you say “sorry” when you make a mistake?
6. Do you smile when meeting someone?
7. Do you open doors for others?
8. Do you say “good morning” to your family?
9. Do you think saying “please” is important?
10. Do you like polite people?
11. Do you say “you’re welcome”?
12. Do you speak quietly in public places?
13. Do you wait your turn in line?
14. Do you say “nice to meet you”?
15. Do you let others go first sometimes?
A2 Level – Pre-Intermediate
1. How often do you use polite expressions?
2. What polite words do people use in your country?
3. How do you politely ask for help?
4. How do you say “no” politely?
5. Do you think young people are polite today?
6. What polite expressions do you use at work or school?
7. How do you show respect to older people?
8. Do you say “excuse me” when interrupting someone?
9. What do you say when you don’t understand?
10. Do you thank people after receiving help?
11. How do you politely ask for directions?
12. What things are considered rude in your culture?
13. How do you politely start a conversation?
14. Do you apologize easily?
15. Do polite expressions make conversations easier?
B1 Level – Intermediate
1. Why are polite expressions important in communication?
2. Which polite expressions do English speakers use most?
3. How do politeness rules differ across cultures?
4. How do you politely disagree with someone?
5. Why is tone important when being polite?
6. How do you politely ask someone to repeat something?
7. What polite expressions do you use in emails?
8. How do you politely make a request at a restaurant?
9. Why do some people avoid apologizing?
10. How do you politely give advice?
11. What situations require extra politeness?
12. How can polite expressions reduce conflict?
13. How do you politely decline invitations?
14. Why is it difficult to be polite when stressed?
15. What are the differences between formal and casual politeness?
B2 Level – Upper-Intermediate
1. How does language shape our understanding of politeness?
2. Why do some cultures value indirect language?
3. How can polite expressions improve workplace communication?
4. What problems appear when politeness is misunderstood?
5. Should politeness be taught in schools?
6. How do polite expressions change depending on context?
7. Why is it harder to be polite in a second language?
8. How do power dynamics affect politeness?
9. What cultural misunderstandings can arise from politeness rules?
10. How do you politely express strong opinions?
11. Are polite expressions sometimes fake or insincere?
12. How do service workers use politeness professionally?
13. How does the internet change polite communication?
14. Do polite expressions make communication more efficient or slower?
15. How do apologies differ across cultures?
C1 Level – Advanced
1. How does politeness influence social harmony?
2. Can excessive politeness become a problem?
3. How do linguistic strategies show respect or distance?
4. Are polite expressions essential for leadership?
5. How does politeness hide or soften criticism?
6. Should professionals use “softening language” when giving feedback?
7. How does politeness vary between written and spoken English?
8. How does politeness differ between generations?
9. Why do some cultures prefer directness over politeness?
10. How do gender expectations influence polite behavior?
11. Does politeness protect relationships during disagreements?
12. Can politeness be used to manipulate people?
13. How do companies use politeness in customer service?
14. How does emotional intelligence relate to politeness?
15. How do polite expressions change in multicultural settings?
C2 Level – Proficiency
1. Is politeness a cultural construct or a universal value?
2. How do polite expressions reveal social hierarchy?
3. Can politeness mask true intentions?
4. How does politeness influence power dynamics in communication?
5. Is directness more ethical than politeness?
6. How do multilingual speakers navigate conflicting politeness rules?
7. Are polite expressions losing importance in modern society?
8. How can politeness act as a form of social control?
9. Should polite language adapt to digital communication?
10. How does politeness change across historical periods?
11. What philosophical ideas connect politeness and morality?
12. Can politeness reduce political or cultural polarization?
13. Do polite expressions reinforce or challenge social norms?
14. How does politeness interplay with authenticity?
15. What does politeness reveal about human nature?
