PET Functional Language & Situations 2

Question 1

A customer says to a shop assistant: 'Do you have this jacket in a smaller size?' What is the customer doing?

Accepted Answer

Making a request for a different size

Answer

The customer is making a request by asking if another size is available.

Question 2

Your friend invites you to a party but you already have plans. Which response politely declines?

Accepted Answer

I'd love to, but I'm afraid I'm busy that evening.

Answer

This response politely declines by expressing regret and giving a reason.

Question 3

At a restaurant, the waiter asks: 'Are you ready to order?' You need more time. What do you say?

Accepted Answer

Could we have a few more minutes, please?

Answer

Asking for a few more minutes is the appropriate way to request extra time politely.

Question 4

Someone says: 'I'm sorry I stepped on your foot.' What is the most natural response?

Accepted Answer

Don't worry about it, it's fine.

Answer

Accepting an apology gracefully with 'Don't worry about it' is the standard polite response.

Question 5

You want to know if you can use your phone during a meeting. How do you ask permission?

Accepted Answer

Is it okay if I check my phone quickly?

Answer

'Is it okay if I...' is a standard structure for asking permission politely.

(PET) Preliminary English Test Practice Test