Friends
Joey doesn’t share food! What’s the polite way to ask a friend for a bite of their meal?
Ask before touching anything; respect if they say no.
What’s a polite way to enter someone’s bedroom at home?
Knock first and wait to be invited in.
What is the polite way to greet someone in a professional setting?
Firm handshake, eye contact, friendly greeting.
What time should you arrive for work or a shift?
On time (preferably 5–10 minutes early).
When eating with others, when should you start eating your food?
Wait until everyone has their meal.
If you’re eating in a group (like at Central Perk), when should you start eating?
Wait until everyone has their food.
If a family member is talking, what should you avoid doing?
Interrupting.
What is the proper way to respond if you accidentally get copied on an email that doesn’t require your input?
Do nothing — don’t reply-all.
What should you do when you finish using a shared space (like a break room)?
Clean up after yourself.
When dining in a formal or professional setting, where should you place your napkin when you sit down?
On your lap once everyone is seated.
Ross gets mad when someone eats his sandwich. What’s the etiquette rule here?
Don’t take people’s food without permission — especially leftovers.
When borrowing something from a sibling or parent, what should you always do?
Ask permission first.
What type of language should be used in a professional environment?
Clear, respectful, and appropriate — no slang.
How should you handle personal phone use at work?
Keep it limited and out of sight unless allowed.
If you need to excuse yourself during the meal, where do you place your napkin?
On your chair (not the table).
Rachel serves a food you are not fond of. What’s the polite way to handle food you don’t like?
Take a small bite, be respectful, and don’t insult the person.
If a parent is on a work call or meeting, what etiquette should you follow?
Stay quiet and don’t interrupt unless it’s important.
When giving feedback, what is a good etiquette rule?
Be constructive, not rude.
If a coworker is having a bad day, what’s the etiquette?
Be respectful and avoid making it worse.
If you accidentally make a loud noise (like coughing or dropping utensils) during the meal, what is the polite response?
Apologize quietly and continue eating calmly.
If you knock someone’s plate off the table, what should you do?
Apologize immediately and offer to help replace it.
What’s a respectful way to disagree with a family rule?
Use calm words and explain your viewpoint without yelling.
If you misunderstand instructions, what should you do?
Ask for clarification politely.
When you finish a task, what’s a professional next step?
Notify your supervisor or ask what else you can help with.
When multiple forks or utensils are set on the table, how do you know which one to use first?
Start with the utensil farthest from your plate and work inward with each course.