Business Meeting etiquette – quiz

By Berni | May 5, 2010

Here are the answers to the first three questions.

 

  1. What does business etiquette mean? it means the accepted standards that people expect when taking part in a meeting
  2. Why is it important? because if everyone has the same expectations then the business of the meeting will run more smoothly and the likelihood of a positive outcome more certain
  3. In a meeting scenario who is responsible for ensuring that everyone adheres to the etiquette? in fact everyone at the meeting is although the chairperson will have the final say should anything hinder the progress of the meeting

 

You should have found your answers on the table in the article. In fact all of these points are considered to be important in attending a meeting. This is in UK culture. Do you think it is different in your culture? You might want to discuss this with your Skype teacher.

 

Decide if the following comments are true, false or the article does not have any evidence on this point.

 

1. [Multiple choice]

Meetings are a good place to demonstrate your professional knowledge and position.

(Use this opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding.)

Answers for Quiz [1].

  • 1. True (correct)
  • 2. False
  • 3. No evidence

2. [Multiple choice]

Don’t give feedback it looks as though you are showing off.

(When the chairperson asks for feedback and you feel that you have something to contribute, be sure to do so.)

Answers for Quiz [2].

  • 1. True
  • 2. False (correct)
  • 3. No evidence

3. [Multiple choice]

A notebook and pen show you are serious about the meeting.

(this will show that you are interested in the agenda and serious about your role)

Answers for Quiz [3].

  • 1. True (correct)
  • 2. False
  • 3. No evidence

4. [Multiple choice]

Sometimes it is good to have an argument.

(This may be the case in certain circumstances but nothing is mentioned here in the article)

Answers for Quiz [4].

  • 1. True
  • 2. False
  • 3. No evidence (correct)

5. [Multiple choice]

You don’t need to thank people we’re all equal.

(It’s such a little thing, but thanking the person who organized the meeting is not only good etiquette, it is also a sign of respect.)

Answers for Quiz [5].

  • 1. True
  • 2. False (correct)
  • 3. No evidence

6. [Multiple choice]

Being late for a meeting wastes everyone’s time.

(This is most likely true but it is not mentioned in the article)

Answers for Quiz [6].

  • 1. True
  • 2. False
  • 3. No evidence (correct)

7. [Multiple choice]

Don’t read the information before a meeting you’ll get it there.

(Before the meeting read any related material. You will be much better able to provide valuable input.)

Answers for Quiz [7].

  • 1. True
  • 2. False (correct)
  • 3. No evidence

8. [Multiple choice]

The person who has the floor is the person speaking.

(The phrase ‘to have the floor’ means that person is speaking – even if they are sitting down!)

Answers for Quiz [8].

  • 1. True (correct)
  • 2. False
  • 3. No evidence

9. [Multiple choice]

You must make some notes at any meeting.

(Even if you don’t take a single note, you may not need to take notes)

Answers for Quiz [9].

  • 1. True
  • 2. False (correct)
  • 3. No evidence

10. [Multiple choice]

The chairperson should ensure everyone shows respect

(Again this is true but in the article it is not mentioned. The article deals with participation at a meeting rather than running one.)

Answers for Quiz [10].

  • 1. True
  • 2. False
  • 3. No evidence (correct)
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