Punctuality

1. Do you wear a watch? or Do you think everyone should wear a watch? 

Yes, I wear a watch and I think that everyone should wear one too, or keep a check on the time. These days please check time on their cell phones, however, the point is to be on time and not waste time. 

2. In your country is it important to be on time (= be punctual)? (e.g., for meetings, work, classes) 

Yes, it is very important to be on time to meetings, classes or for work. Time is valued a lot in India, as unlike money, time once gone doesn’t come back. 

3. Do you like to be on time? or Is being on time important to you? 

Yes, being on time is extremely important to me. I ensure that I am never late for my classes and other appointments and meetings. I understand that time is much more important than any other material thing or money. 

4. How do you feel when others are late? 

When others are late occasionally, it may be due to a genuine problem, however, if someone is late very often, then it’s definitely a habit that I do not appreciate or like.