Table of Contents
- 1 Is there a question mark after May I?
- 2 Is May I ask a question?
- 3 Is it correct to say may I request?
- 4 Can I request or request may?
- 5 Is it May I ask or can I ask?
- 6 Do you have to ask questions at the end of interview?
- 7 Why do teachers ask so many questions?
- 8 How long should you pause between questions in a test?
Is there a question mark after May I?
No, beginning a sentence with “May” does not always require ending it with a question mark: May I ask you to please remove your hands from the railing. May he find peace after the death of his wife.
Is May I ask a question?
You can say ‘may I ask’ as a formal way of asking a question, which shows you are annoyed or suspicious about something.
How do you write you may ask?
A direct quotation (the exact words the person said) includes the proper punctuation for that quoted sentence, even though that is not the end of your sentence as a whole. “What is the problem with that?” you may ask. Otherwise, your sentence is fine.
Is it correct to say may I request?
Both is correct but the expression on both is different that’s why, have different use according to the sentence. Both “Can I ask” and “May I ask” is intended for permission. but “may” version is more polite than use of can. For Better Sentence, “may” is more appropriate.
Can I request or request may?
‘May’ is more correct, as it is asking for permission. ‘Can’ literally means ‘is it (physically) possible?’ but is often used in this way by native speakers and would not be misunderstood or sound at all strange. ‘Could I use your bathroom?’
How do you answer may I ask you a question?
What’s the most polite way to answer “can I ask you a question?” If you’re willing to hear them out, then “Yes, you may” is polite, formal and grammatically correct. You are not obligated to answer their question if you don’t want to. You said you’d listen, not that you’d reveal private information.
Is it May I ask or can I ask?
The only difference between the two verbs is that one is more polite than the other. In informal contexts it’s perfectly acceptable to use can; in formal situations it would be better to use may. Back to Usage.
Do you have to ask questions at the end of interview?
At the end of every job interview, the interviewer will likely ask you if you have any questions for them. At this stage, the answer is always yes. You are expected to ask a few good questions before wrapping up the interview. Keep in mind the interview isn’t just about making your potential employer like you.
Why is it important to ask genuine questions in an interview?
By asking genuine questions, you’ll show the employer that you’re interested and you care about the job. Keep reading for 39 great questions to ask as well as some tips on things to avoid.
Why do teachers ask so many questions?
Some teachers might answer that the reason to ask questions is to check for understanding, which benefits the teacher more than the student. Ostensibly, after we have taught a principle or concept, we could ask, “Does everybody understand?”.
How long should you pause between questions in a test?
So, if we are not planning to use total physical response (TPR) to have all the students answer questions at the same time, then at least we should be asking a question, pausing for three seconds and then saying a student’s name in order to get the most effect out of questions.