TEST YOUR DINING SKILLS & TABLE MANNERS

YES OR NO

1.  You should season your food as soon as it is served.   
2. It is now acceptable to text at the table.  
3.  Once you have used a utensil, do not place it back on the table.  
​4.  When placing your napkin in your lap, you should unfurl it with a snap or a shake.
5.  If you do not wish to be served wine, you should turn the glass over or put your hand over the top as a signal to your server.
6.  Electronic Thank you notes are now acceptable.
​7.  Very crisp bacon may be picked up and eaten with the fingers.
8.  It is considered polished to wing out your pinky finger, especially in formal dining situations or when holding a teacup.

Answers:  #3,6,7:  Yes
            #1,2,4,5,8:   No

IT IS OK TO:

1.  Use your napkin for a handkerchief to blow your nose at the table in front of the other diners.
2.  Ignore cell phone etiquette.
3.  When you feel strongly about a topic, pick up a utensil and wave it around to make a conversational point.
4.  Toss your napkin into the center of your plate if you have to leave the table while the meal is in progress.
5.  Perform grooming practices such as taking medicine or refreshing your makeup at the table.
6.  Place your cell phone and all other personal items on the meal table.
7.  Say nothing about the quality of your meal or service and signal your displeasure by not leaving a tip.
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​Answers:  #1-7:   No

CHOOSE THE BEST ANSWER

1.  The proper way to remove a bone or piece of gristle from your mouth is to:
(a) Request a toothpick.
(b) Excuse yourself and leave the table.
(c) Use your thumb and forefinger to remove it from your mouth.

2.  If you have to leave the table while the meal is in progress your napkin should be:
(a)  Placed in your chair.
(b)  Placed back on the table in front of everyone.

3.  When the meal has ended and everyone is leaving the table, place your napkin:
(a) On top of your plate.
(b) To the left of your plate.
(c)  On the chair.
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Correct Answers:  (c)  (a)  (b)

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