~Western Table Manners~

When in Rome, do as the Roman do.

True or False?! (10 questions)

1. Table manners are the etiquette used when eating.

2. Bread & salad plates are to the right of the main plate.

3. You should serve drinks to people older than you with two hands.

4. Salt and pepper are always placed together and passed together.

5. If you need to use the restroom, before leaving the table you should say, I need to go to the restroom.

6. Burping shows that you are enjoying the meal.

7. Never talk on your phone or text a friend at the table. If you need to do this, leave the table first.

8. Its rude to wear a hat at the table.

9. Its acceptable to chew with your mouth open.

10. Its acceptable to use your fingers to eat food like sandwiches, burgers, pizza or spaghetti.

Revival Round! (Unscramble)

Do not put your elbows on the table.

Do not drink out of a bottle.

Do not use a toothpick to clean your tooth.

Final Round! (5 questions)

1. In Western Culture, men usually sit down first. 1. Yes. 2. Normally, men and women sit down at the same time. 3. No, men stand until all the women are seated.

2. How do you show your host that you dont like the food? 1. Say, This tastes gross! 2. B. Do not finish all the food on your plate. 3. C. Just dont say anything.

3. What should you do with your napkin once you have finished your meal? 1. Fold it neatly and leave it on the table. 2. Leave it on your chair. 3. Leave it on the floor.

4. You can ask to take uneaten food home when: 1. You are in a public restaurant. 2. You are at a formal dinner. 3. You should never ask.

5. Where is the dessert spoon/fork usually located on the table? 1. Above your main plate. 2. To the right side of your main plate. 3. Near your wine or coffee cup.

The End