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General Etiquette
100
What direction should food be passed at the table?
To the right
100
True or False, it is not impolite to leave a party without expressing thanks to the host if he/she appears be busy with other guests.
False A thoughtful guest always thanks the host before leaving. Expressing appreciation at the right times is one of the most important parts of etiquette.
100
In Japan, gift-giving protocol dictates that it is best to avoid offering gifts wrapped in which color wrapping paper? a. Blue b. White c. Black
The correct answer is B. White wrapping paper in Japan represents death.
100
What is the first thing you do when you are seated at the table. A. Put the napkin on your lap B. Put your napkin in your collar C. Take a sip of water D. Say hello to the person sitting next to you
A. Put the napkin on your lap
100
What should you do if piece of your silverware falls on the floor? A. Pick it up if you can reach it B. Ask for another one. C. If you can't reach it leave it. D. All of the above
D. All of the above
200
True or False it is considered rude to take a sip of your drink while still chewing?
True
200
What does RSVP mean?
répondez s'il vous plaît--"Please Respond" in French.
200
When dining in India, which hand should you eat with? a. The right hand b. The left hand c. Either hand
A. Right hand It is inappropriate to use the left hand for dining in India, and in many North African and Middle Eastern countries.
200
True or False. It is acceptable to use your napkin as a handkerchief
False
200
True or False. When greeting someone for the first time, a cupped handshake (in which my left hand covers the normal handshake) is a good way to show my sincerity and interest.
False You do not want to do the cupped handshake (a.k.a. the glove), which can be seen as condescending in some cultures, controlling in others. This handshake is usually reserved for ministers, close friends, politicians, and for conveying sympathy or condolences. Use your right hand and give a firm handshake -- just don’t squeeze too hard. The handshake should be brief, but long enough for both parties to say each other’s name in greeting. A firm handshake communicates confidence, interest, and respect. Americans, keep in mind that the general handshake in France is a bit lighter and briefer than in the US. It usually consists of one pump instead of two.
300
When eating meat, should you cut and eat one piece at a time, or should you cut all of your meat up first, and then eat the meat?
One Peice at a time
300
What should you do with your cell phone at a dinner party?
Turn it off or put it on vibrate before you are seated. Never answer the phone at the table. If it is necessary...excuse yourself and answer it outside of the restaurant.
300
True or False, if you are in a hurry it is acceptable to honk the horn instead of going to the door to pick up your date?
False
300
What do you do when the salad has big pieces of lettuce? Can you cut them with your knife?
Yes, Years ago, when knife blades were still made of silver, vinegar in dressings harmed the blades. However, today, most knife blades are stainless steel and therefore, may be used to cut lettuce into smaller bites.
300
When at meetings at which people are wearing name tags, the best place to put your name tag is on A. Left shoulder B. Right shoulder C. Forehead D. Wrist
Officially, you should place your name tag on your right shoulder because during the handshake (using your right hand), the other person’s eyes naturally follow your right arm up to your head to make eye contact, allowing time to slip another look at your name on your name tag. However, in practice, most people wear theirs on the left side.
400
What is the correct way to butter bread or a roll?
When served bread or a roll on a bread/butter plate; break the bread with your fingers into pieces small enough for one or two bites; butter a pulled apart piece and then eat it. Do not butter the entire roll or piece of bread at one time.
400
What is the appropriate time to arrive to a dinner party?
Right on time, or within 8 minutes of the appointed time
400
The restaurant bill comes and you notice a mistake...What should you do? A. Snap your fingers and say loudly. "Waiter." b. Quietly tell your server you think there is an error. c. Forget it-you don't want to embarrass anyone.
B
400
You were just served your food and it is hot and ready to eat. Everyone has their food except for one person. What do you do? A. Dig in B. Wait for all to be served C. Commnet about how you can't wait to eat D. B & C
B. Wait for all to be served
400
In a party of mixed-company (male & female) at a restraunt who orders their food first?
The women
500
When you have some food in your mouth that you don’t want to swallow, what should you do? A. Swallow it anyway B. Wash it down with water C. Move the food forward with your tongue onto the fork and place it back on the side of your plate D. Spit it out discreetly in to your napkin
C. Move the food forward with your tongue onto the fork and place it back on the side of your plate
500
True or false. If the you offer to help the host and he/she declines it is polite to continue to offer to help?
False, no means no
500
True or False. If your date offers to pay for half or all of the meal on a date you initiated you should take them up on their offer.
False
500
If you have a piece of spinach stuck in between your teeth how should you get it out? A. With your fingers B. With your fork C. By excusing yourself to the restroom D. All of the above are acceptable
C. By excusing yourself to the restroom
500
What is the most important rule of etiquette? A. To make others feel comfortable B. To exhibit style and grace C. To maintain eye contact
A. To make others feel comfortable