Understanding Polite Requests

The video tutorial focuses on how to make polite requests in English, exemplified by the phrase 'May I sit here?'. It highlights the importance of using polite language in everyday interactions.

What is a common way to start a polite request in English?

• Will I?

• Can I have?

• May I?

• Do I?

Which phrase would you use to ask for permission to sit down?

• Do I sit here?

• Will I sit here?

• May I sit here?

• Can I stand here?

What is the main purpose of using 'May I' in a sentence?

• To give advice

• To ask for permission

• To make a statement

• To express a command

Which of the following is NOT a polite way to ask for something?

• Give me that.

• Could I get?

• May I have?

• Can I please?

In what situation might you use the phrase 'May I sit here?'

• When offering help

• When asking to join someone at a table

• When requesting to leave early

• When asking to borrow a book