First impressions
The very first thing you should do when a guest arrives.
Greet them with a hello or a smile!
Before guests arrive, you should always do this to the space.
tidy up/clean.
The polite question to ask before serving food.
“Would you like some?”
Ignoring your guests while doing this with your phone.
texting, scrolling, or gaming
If a drink spills, you should do this first.
grab a towel and help clean up
This polite action helps guests know who everyone is.
making introductions
The polite way to prepare seats for a group.
make sure everyone has a comfortable place to sit
A host should always offer this before starting to eat.
drinks/water
Leaving guests alone while you do this chore is impolite.
cleaning up everything during the event
If a guest arrives late, the polite thing to do is ____.
welcome them warmly and catch them up
Standing up and offering this shows respect when greeting?
a handshake (or wave, depending on the situation!)
Adding music, lighting, or decorations is called setting the _____.
mood (or atmosphere)
If a guest has an allergy, you should do this.
make sure the food is safe for them
Eating before your guests arrive is a ____ move.
rude or impolite
If you run out of snacks, you should do this.
offer something else or apologize
If you’re running late to your own gathering, you should always do this.
apologize and thank guests for waiting.
When setting the table, the fork goes on this side.
the left
This is the polite way to serve food at the table
pass it to the right (or offer before taking your own)?
Making fun of or embarrassing a guest is a big _____.
mistake
If two guests start arguing, the host should ____.
calmly change the subject or separate them
This phrase is better than “make yourself at home” when inviting someone in.
“I’m so glad you’re here!”
A host shows thoughtfulness by adjusting these details (temperature, allergies, comfort).
personal needs/preferences
When everyone has been served, the host says this to signal it’s time to begin.
“Enjoy!” or “Let’s eat!”
This habit, often at the dinner table, shows poor manners.
chewing with your mouth open (or interrupting)
If something goes really wrong (burnt food, broken item), the best response is ____.
laugh it off and move on