Making Polite Requests in English

When making a request, what is important to consider?

• The time of the request and the language spoken

• The color of the request and the weather outside

• The size of the request and the person you're talking to

• The shape of the request and the food you like

If you want to make a request extra polite, what word would you use instead of 'can'?

• Should

• Could

• Might

• Must

What would you say if you're requesting to change seats on a train?

• Is it possible if we could change seats?

• Change seats now

• Can I change seats?

• I want to change seats

What should you consider when making a request?

• The size of the request and the weather

• The person you're talking to and the likelihood of them saying no

• The color of the request and the time of day

• The language spoken and the food you like

What is important to remember when considering the length of your request?

• The longer the better

• Consider the size of the request and the likelihood of them saying no

• Make it as short as possible

• Don't worry about the length