Everyday
Etiquette
Etiquette
“Tabletop”-ics
Dinner
Decorum
Decorum
Ladies &
Gentlemen
Gentlemen
Dating Do’s
& Don’ts
& Don’ts
100
Why do we care about etiquette and manners?
It shows respect to others and shows others that you have respect for yourself.
100
When setting a table, the fork goes on this side of the plate.
The left.
100
When a lady arrives at and/or leaves the table, a gentleman should…
Stand up and help her with her chair.
100
True or False
A gentleman or lady never boasts about their accomplishments.
What is true.
100
True or False
While on a date, it’s OK to spend most of the time looking at your phone.
False
200
Your boss has invited you to dinner at a nice restaurant. Which dress code should you adhere to?
Black Tie
Business Casual
Beachwear
Dress to impress and dress for the occasion.
200
You should never put your elbows here while eating.
What is the table.
200
Jenna is expecting an important phone call from Ray during dinner. She should…
Electronics must not make an appearance at the table. If expecting an important call, ensure your phone is on silent, when a call comes, discreetly check it, and politely excuse yourself if you must answer.
200
When meeting someone for the first time, a lady or gentleman does this as a polite way to greet them.
Introduce yourself (and others with you) and offer a handshake or a smile and a hello.
200
To avoid awkwardness, it’s a good idea to choose this kind of place for a first date.
What is a neutral or public place like an ice cream shop or casual restaurant.
300
Jenna has a 4:00 pm appointment with Ray. She’s running a few minutes behind. What should Jenna do?
First, Jenna should make every effort to be early to begin with. If running late, call or message Ray to let him know.
300
When passing items around the table, the standard etiquette is to do this…
Always pass food to the right (counterclockwise)
300
Before starting to eat your meal, you should wait until all other guests at the table have…
Been served or the host/guest of honor indicates it‘s OK to start eating.
300
When in a group setting, if you sense someone is being left out of the conversation, a lady or gentleman should do this…
Bring them into the conversation by asking them a question.
300
When picking up or dropping off a date, you should…
Walk them to/from their door unless other arrangements have been prearranged. (Also, make sure your car is clean)
400
If you are first to arrive at a door and notice others behind you, what should you do?
Hold the door open and politely greet them as they enter.
400
When dining out, you should do this with your napkin…
Put it on your lap when you arrive at the table and put it on your chair if you must excuse yourself from the table.
400
If you must leave the table during a meal for any reason (restroom, phone call, etc.) you should…
Politely excuse yourself and make every effort to quickly return so others are not waiting for you too long.
400
When someone compliments them a gentleman or lady responds by doing this…
What is thanking them and accepting the compliment graciously.
400
If going on a date, this person should pay…
The person who initiated the date. (The person asking pays)
500
When having a conversation with someone, it is polite to do these things…
Maintain eye contact, avoid monopolizing the conversation, and avoid interrupting them when they are speaking.
500
When bread is served at a meal, how should you eat it?
Place the bread and a small amount of butter on your plate. When ready to eat, tear a bite-sized piece off the bread, butter it if desired, and then enjoy.
500
It’s the polite way to ask someone to pass an item at the table.
Will you please pass the______? Avoid reaching across the table or other guests.
500
A gentleman or lady never forgets to do this after attending a hosted event, receiving a gift, or being helped…
What is offer your thanks personally or write a thank you card.
500
When your date is talking this is the best way to show you are paying attention…
What is maintain eye contact and listen actively.