Make And Accept An Apology Quiz (A2-B1)

⏱ Time: 07:30 📝 Questions: 15 📊 Level: A2, B1 📚 Type: Real Life English ⭐ XP: up to +15 (on pass)

Work towards mastering Make And Accept An Apology with this focused set of 15 exercises. Designed for Level A2-B1 learners, the questions test recognition, application, and common pitfalls. Earn XP, track your score, and come back until you can get them all right.

⏱ You have 07:30 to answer 15 questions. The timer only starts when you click Begin.

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Question 1: What does "No hard feelings" mean in conversation?

Question 1 options
"No hard feelings" means you are not angry or upset with the other person. It is a friendly way to accept an apology and show there is no resentment.
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Question 2: Someone says: "I'm really sorry I forgot your birthday." Choose the most natural reply.

Question 2 options
"Don't worry about it, it's no big deal" is the most natural and friendly way to accept this kind of everyday apology. It reassures the person that you are not upset.
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Question 3: A: I accidentally broke your favorite mug. I'm so sorry! B: ___, these things happen.

Question 3 options
"No worries" is a natural, casual way to accept an apology for an accident. It fits the relaxed tone of the conversation perfectly.
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Question 4: In everyday English, "My bad" is a casual way to admit you made a mistake and say sorry.

Question 4 options
This is true. "My bad" is a very common informal expression used to take responsibility for a small mistake. It is widely used among friends and in casual situations.
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Question 5: Match each phrase to its function when making or accepting an apology.

Question 5 options
It's all my fault
No harm done
Please accept my apologies
Let's just move on
Taking responsibility for a mistake
Saying sorry in a formal way
Suggesting to forget the problem
Reassuring someone everything is okay

Select an item on the left, then tap its match on the right.

"It's all my fault" takes responsibility, "No harm done" reassures the person, "Please accept my apologies" formally says sorry, and "Let's just move on" suggests forgetting the problem.
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Question 6: You are at work and you accidentally sent an email to the wrong person. You need to apologize to your manager. What is the most appropriate thing to say?

Question 6 options
"I sincerely apologize for my mistake. It won't happen again" is professional and takes responsibility. It matches the workplace setting and shows respect to a manager.
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Question 7: You are in a café and you accidentally bump into someone's chair, almost spilling their coffee. What is the most natural thing to say?

Question 7 options
"Oh, I'm so sorry about that! Are you okay?" is the most natural response because it combines an immediate apology with concern for the other person, which is appropriate for this everyday situation.
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Question 8: Your friend forgot to pick you up from the airport. She calls and says: "I'm so sorry, I completely forgot!" You're not angry. What do you say?

Question 8 options
"It's okay, don't worry about it. I took a taxi" is warm, forgiving, and natural between friends. It accepts the apology and shows you solved the problem without making your friend feel worse.
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Question 9: Which phrase is a common fixed expression used to make an apology?

Question 9 options
"Please forgive me for" is a well-known fixed expression for making an apology. The other options mix words in unnatural ways that native speakers would not use.
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Question 10: Which sentence sounds most natural in everyday spoken English when accepting an apology?

Question 10 options
"Forget about it, these things happen" sounds natural and friendly. It uses the common expression "forget about it" combined with the reassuring phrase "these things happen," which is how people naturally speak.
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Question 11: Which is the more casual way to apologize?

Question 11 options
"My bad, I shouldn't have done that" uses the informal expression "my bad," which is relaxed and commonly used among friends. The other options are much more formal in tone.
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Question 12: You said something rude to a close friend and want to apologize. How would you say this to your friend?

Question 12 options
"Hey, I'm really sorry about what I said. That was thoughtless of me" is warm, direct, and appropriate for a close friend. It shows sincerity without being overly formal.
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Question 13: In this conversation, what does "water under the bridge" mean? A: I'm sorry I didn't invite you to the party last year. B: Oh, that's water under the bridge now.

Question 13 options
"Water under the bridge" is an idiom meaning a past problem is forgotten and no longer important. Person B is saying they have moved on and are not upset anymore.
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Question 14: Saying "I'm sorry" to your boss and saying "My bad" to your boss are equally appropriate in a professional setting.

Question 14 options
This is false. "My bad" is very casual and informal. In a professional setting with your boss, "I'm sorry" or a more formal apology is much more appropriate.
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Question 15: Match each apology phrase to the situation where it is most appropriate.

Question 15 options
I do apologize for the delay
My bad!
I shouldn't have said that
Please accept my apologies
Writing a formal business email
After saying something hurtful to someone
Talking to a customer at work
Stepping on a friend's foot while playing sports

Select an item on the left, then tap its match on the right.

"I do apologize for the delay" suits a customer service situation. "My bad!" fits a casual moment with friends. "I shouldn't have said that" is right after hurting someone's feelings. "Please accept my apologies" is suitable for a business email.