Workplace Etiquette Quiz

What is the most appropriate way to greet a senior at work?

• Nod and smile

• Ignore them

• Greet them with respect and formality

• Wait for them to greet you first

If you disagree with a senior’s opinion, you should:

• Confront them in front of others

• Discuss your viewpoint respectfully

• Ignore their opinion

• Challenge them publicly

When given a task by a senior, you should:

• Procrastinate

• Perform it efficiently and on time

• Delegate it to someone else

• Avoid it if it's difficult

If a senior makes a mistake, how should you address it?

• Point it out immediately in front of others

• Discuss it privately and politely

• Ignore it entirely

• Criticize them openly

When should you interrupt a senior in a meeting?

• Whenever you have a point to make

• Never, under any circumstances

• Only when it's absolutely necessary and politely

• Immediately when they are wrong

If a senior provides feedback that you don’t agree with, you should:

• Argue back immediately

• Thank them and reflect on their advice

• Ignore their feedback

• Complain to others about it

Which of the following demonstrates respect towards a senior?

• Listening carefully when they speak

• Speaking over them to make your point

• Criticizing them in front of others

• Correcting them immediately

If your senior praises your work, you should:

• Ignore the compliment

• Thank them sincerely

• Boast about it to others

• Assume you no longer need to improve

How should you approach a senior for assistance?

• Demand their help immediately

• Ask respectfully and explain the situation

• Complain about how difficult the task is

• Refuse to ask for help

If a senior asks you to work overtime, you should:

• Refuse immediately

• Agree without complaining

• Consider the request and explain if you cannot

• Ignore the request