Thank You Very Much
(Thank You Notes)
Shall We Dine?
(Table Manners)
Excuse Me?
(Verbal Etiquette)
What Not to Wear?
(Proper Attire)
Potpourri
100

The time at which you should write a thank you note to someone (time frame)

What is immediately upon receiving a gift if possible, but certainly within two weeks?

100

Only after everyone has had their first serving

When is it proper to take a second serving? This includes drinks, too.

100

The proper way to introduce yourself

What is give both your first and last name, then offer your hand to shake?

100

Big reason why one should dress appropriately

What is dressing appropriately shows respect for others, inappropriate dress can be distracting to others, or one does not want to get negative attention from his or her dress?

100

What you should do if you arrive somewhere late

What is be apologetic but as unobtrusive as possible? Don't make excuses or give a long explanation. Apologize briefly and blend in.

200

One time at which you MUST send a written thank you note -- hint: after you receive a gift for your birthday is not a correct response.

What is . . . There are several possible answers.

200

What should you do immediately upon sitting at a table in a restaurant or formal event

What is put your napkin on your lap?

200

The proper way to address an adult to whom you are introduced

What is by Mr. or Mrs. plus his or her last name? You may do otherwise if the adult asks you to.

200

A time that is appropriate for a lady or gentleman to show any part of undergarments in public

What is NEVER?

200

A good description of a good handshake

What is firm, never floppy?

300
The proper ink color for handwritten thank you notes

What is black, followed by blue?

300

The proper time to being eating when you are having dinner with others

What is after everyone has been served and your host/hostess has taken the first bite -- unless your host/hostess invites you to begin or there is a pre-set salad at your setting?

300

The proper time to whisper to one individual in a group conversation

What is NEVER? Unless you are telling her that she has spinach in her teeth :)

300

The person in your audience to whom you should appeal in your clothing

What is the most conservative person in your audience?

300

Your goal as a gracious guest

What is to be a grateful and gracious guest? Communicate to your host that you were honored to have been invited and that all his hosting efforts were successful.

400

The proper way to acknowledge the receipt of an unwanted gift

What is politely mention your gratitude for the thoughtfulness of the gift, then move on to another reason you appreciate the giver?

400

An acceptable time to ask your hostess to serve you something different than the meal she is already serving

What is NEVER?

400

The thing you should do if you cannot remember someone's name and you must introduce him or her to someone else

What is make a very complimentary introduction including information that you do remember about the person?

400

A word that starts with gr that is more important than what you're wearing

What is grooming?

400

Two things you should NOT do when you are in an audience

What is (1) talk during the performance, (2) get out of your seat, (3) play with electronics, (4) put your feet up on the seat in front of you, or (5) lean your head together with your "special someone"?

500

The polite way to respond to a gift of money in a written thank you note

What is express gratitude for the "generous gift" or the "thoughtful gift," but do not mention the amount given? Also tell what you would like to do with the monetary gift.

500

The main purpose for using proper table etiquette

What is to help make the meal enjoyable for everyone?

500

The proper way for a young lady or gentleman to introduce her or his parent to another adult

What is introduce the other to her parents first, i.e., "Mom and Dad, this is Mrs. Vandenheuvel, my LSGW assistant teacher." The star of the show gets the top billing. :)

500

Appropriate time for a young lady to show her belly button in public

What is at the beach or pool  . . . maybe? :)

500

The number of times you are able to make a first impression

What is only ONE?!

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