Chapter- 2               On Saying “Please”


1️⃣ Q. What is the central idea of the lesson “On Saying ‘Please’”?

Ans. The lesson teaches us the value of courtesy, manners, and the use of polite words like “please” and “thank you” in everyday life.

2️⃣ Q. Why is politeness important in society?
Ans. Politeness helps build friendly relationships and makes living together easier and more pleasant.

3️⃣ Q. What does the author say about good manners?
Ans. Good manners are necessary for everyone and they show respect for others.

4️⃣ Q. What are “words of courtesy”?
Ans. Words like “please”, “sorry”, “thank you”, “excuse me” are called words of courtesy.

5️⃣ Q. How can kindness change a situation?
Ans. Kindness can prevent anger, reduce conflict, and make people feel respected.

6️⃣ Q. What happens when we use rude words?
Ans. Rude words hurt others and create anger or misunderstanding.

7️⃣ Q. What should we say when someone helps us?
Ans. We should say “Thank you”.

8️⃣ Q. What should we say when we want someone to do something for us?
Ans. We should say “Please”.

9️⃣ Q. Why should we avoid interrupting others while they are speaking?
Ans. Interrupting shows disrespect and bad manners.

🔟 Q. Why is it important to apologize when we make a mistake?
Ans. Saying “Sorry” shows responsibility and helps maintain relationships.

1️⃣1️⃣ Q. Saying _____ makes a request polite.

Ans. please.

1️⃣2️⃣ Q. Using _____ can avoid quarrels.
Ans. polite words.

1️⃣3️⃣ Q. _____ is the key to good manners.
Ans. Courtesy.

1️⃣4️⃣ Q. We should always say _____ after receiving help.
Ans. thank you.

1️⃣5️⃣ Q. To accept a mistake, we should say _____.
Ans. sorry.

1️⃣6️⃣ Q. Good manners show —

a) pride
b) respect
c) selfishness
Ans. b) respect

1️⃣7️⃣ Q. Saying “thank you” makes others feel —
a) ignored
b) appreciated
c) angry
Ans. b) appreciated

1️⃣8️⃣ Q. The lesson tells us mainly about —
a) power
b) wealth
c) politeness
Ans. c) politeness

1️⃣9️⃣ Q. We must always be polite to —
a) people only older than us
b) everyone
c) rich people
Ans. b) everyone

2️⃣0️⃣ Q. Which of the following is rude behavior?
a) Greeting others
b) Interrupting someone
c) Saying sorry
Ans. b) Interrupting someone

2️⃣1️⃣ Q. Explain why “please” is powerful.

Ans. The word “please” is small but powerful because it makes a command sound like a request. It shows respect, makes the listener feel valued, and increases the chance that the person will help willingly.

2️⃣2️⃣ Q. Why are manners important in public places?
Ans. Public places are shared by everyone. Good manners help maintain peace, avoid arguments, and create a pleasant environment for all.

2️⃣3️⃣ Q. What happens to society when people behave without manners?
Ans. Life becomes unpleasant, people become angry and rude, and daily interactions turn into conflicts.

2️⃣4️⃣ Q. How can polite behavior help in school?
Ans. Politeness helps students respect teachers, maintain discipline, and create a friendly classroom.

2️⃣5️⃣ Q. Why is saying “sorry” difficult sometimes?
Ans. Many people feel their ego prevents them from apologizing. But accepting mistakes and saying “sorry” makes us better humans.

2️⃣6️⃣ Q. Being polite is unnecessary in modern life.

Ans. False.

2️⃣7️⃣ Q. A rude reply can spoil someone’s day.
Ans. True.

2️⃣8️⃣ Q. Politeness is useful only with strangers.
Ans. False.

2️⃣9️⃣ Q. A gentle word can stop an argument.
Ans. True.

3️⃣0️⃣ Q. Good manners must be followed only at school.
Ans. False – they must be followed everywhere.

Answer by Dimpee Bora