Etiquette 201
Which utensil(s) is typically used to eat spaghetti?
A fork.
What animal is the tallest lan animal in the world?
Giraffe
What large body of water did the Israelites cross in the Old Testament?
The Red Sea
Who wrote, "Say! I like green eggs and ham! I do! I like them, Sam-I-Am!"
Green Eggs and Ham - Dr. Seuss
What should you do before adding salt or pepper to your food?
Taste it first.
Before taking a bite, what simple action helps show respect to others at the table?
Waiting until others are served (or the host begins)
What utensil was once considered controversial?
The Fork
What mode of transportation did pioneers famously use to cross the plains?
Handcarts
What book series has sold more copies than any series except the Bible?
Harry Potter
Where should your phone be during a formal or group dinner?
Put away and off the table
What does good table etiquette communicate without saying a word?
Respect for others and your environment.
What invention made modern time zones necessary?
Trains / Railroads
In which country did the Olympic Games originate?
Greece
What ancient book has been translated into more languages than any other book in history?
The Bible
At a formal dinner, which utensils should you use first?
The utensils farthest from the plate
If you need to leave the table during dinner, what should you do with your napkin?
Place it neatly on your chair.
What food has been found in ancient Egyptian tombs and is still edible today?
Honey
What ancient city was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius?
Pompeii
Who wrote the book "Meditations"?
Marcus Aurelius - Roman Emperor
What is the polite way to signal that you are finished eating?
Place utensils together on the plate
How much does the world's most expensive pizza cost?
$12,000 USD by Chef Renato Viola (Italy)
The Louis XIII Pizza
What is the strongest muscle in the human body by force?
The Masseter Muscle (Jaw)
What major global event led to the creation of the United Nations?
World War II
What book starts with - "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times”
A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
What is the proper posture and position when sitting at a dinner table
Sit upright with your back straight, feet flat on the floor, shoulders relaxed, and keep your elbows off the table while eating.