Politeness ESL questions

Is it difficult to know what is polite and what is rude? When have you been unsure?

What are some examples of impolite behaviour that you have noticed?

Can someone’s politeness show their social level or wealth?

What is good etiquette when visiting someone's home? How would you try to be a good visitor?

In which situations is it extra important to be polite?

What is good etiquette when driving? Is it polite to let another car into your lane when the traffic is heavy? Is it rude to honk your horn?

Can having good manners help you become successful? How?

What are some good table manners?

Is eavesdropping rude? Is it impolite to listen to other people’s private conversations?

Whose responsibility is it to teach children to be polite?

What culture do you think is the most polite? Explain.

What are some manners from the past that are rarely or never practiced anymore?

What advice would you give a foreigner visiting your country who would like to show good manners?

Can you think of some good manners that are bad manners in another country?

Can too much politeness stop people from having fun?