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    Sit up straight and keep your elbows off the table, especially when you are eating.

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Not everyone can go to a five-star hotel and feel like they belong there. But when it comes to dining etiquette, one does not have to prep to eat with the queen but there are some things that one should always know. Do you think your dining etiquette is top-notch? Take up the quiz below and see just how much you know.

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  • 2. 

    You should excuse yourself if you must leave the table during a meal.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    It is considered polite to excuse yourself if you need to leave the table during a meal. This shows respect for the other diners and acknowledges that you are temporarily leaving the social setting. It is a common etiquette practice to excuse oneself before leaving the table, whether it is to use the restroom, take a phone call, or attend to any other urgent matter.

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  • 3. 

    If there are bones in your food, it is okay for you to spit them out directly onto your plate.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Spitting bones out directly onto your plate is not considered appropriate table manners. It is generally expected that if you encounter bones in your food, you discreetly remove them from your mouth using a napkin or utensil and place them on the side of your plate. This helps maintain a neat and tidy dining experience for yourself and others.

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  • 4. 

    Your water and wine glasses are located toward the right of your plate.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that the water and wine glasses are placed on the right side of the plate. This aligns with the traditional table setting etiquette, where the water glass is typically placed directly above the knife, and the wine glass is positioned to the right of the water glass. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 5. 

    Always go to the bathroom to remove food caught in your teeth.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    It is important to always go to the bathroom to remove food caught in your teeth because it is considered more hygienic and socially acceptable to do so in a private space. Removing food from your teeth in public can be seen as unappealing and can make others uncomfortable. Additionally, going to the bathroom allows for proper disposal of the food particles, ensuring cleanliness.

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  • 6. 

    If your fork falls on the floor, apologise to everyone at the table, pick it up, clean it properly with your napkin, and continue using it.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that if your fork falls on the floor, you should apologize, pick it up, clean it with your napkin, and continue using it. However, this is incorrect. If your fork falls on the floor, it is considered unhygienic to continue using it without properly washing it. It is better to ask for a clean fork or use a different utensil.

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  • 7. 

    If you do not like a certain type of food, it is proper to explain in elaborate detail to the others at the table why this is so.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    It is not proper to explain in elaborate detail to others at the table why you do not like a certain type of food. While it is acceptable to politely decline the food, it is unnecessary and may come across as rude or offensive to provide a lengthy explanation. It is important to respect others' choices and preferences without needing to justify your own.

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  • 8. 

    If you are the guest, you should not order the most expensive item on the menu unless it is suggested by your host.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    When dining as a guest, it is considered polite to be mindful of your host's preferences and budget. Ordering the most expensive item on the menu without any guidance or recommendation from the host may be seen as presumptuous or inconsiderate. Therefore, it is generally advisable to avoid ordering the most expensive item unless your host specifically suggests or encourages you to do so. This ensures that you are respectful of your host's choices and maintain a harmonious dining experience.

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  • 9. 

    It is okay to blow your nose into your napkin as long as you do this quietly.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Blowing your nose into a napkin is not considered appropriate etiquette, regardless of whether it is done quietly or not. It is generally more polite to excuse yourself and use a tissue or handkerchief in a more discreet manner.

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  • 10. 

    Always use the bread plate to your left.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The correct answer is true because it is a common dining etiquette to use the bread plate located on the left side of your place setting. This plate is specifically designated for holding bread or rolls during the meal. Using the bread plate on the left ensures that you are following proper table manners and not encroaching on someone else's space.

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  • 11. 

    Spoon the soup away from you and sip it from the side of the spoon.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    This statement is true because it is a proper etiquette to spoon soup away from oneself and sip it from the side of the spoon. This practice is considered polite and prevents any spills or messes while consuming the soup.

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  • 12. 

    It is okay for you to burp throughout the meal as long as you say, “Excuse me,” every time you do so.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Burping throughout a meal is generally considered impolite regardless of whether one says "Excuse me" or not. It is generally expected to suppress or control the urge to burp in public settings, as it is seen as a sign of poor manners. Therefore, the statement that it is okay to burp throughout a meal as long as one says "Excuse me" is false.

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  • 13. 

    In a formal place setting, the dessert spoon and fork are usually placed above your plate.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    In a formal place setting, the dessert spoon and fork are usually placed above your plate. This is because in a formal setting, the utensils are arranged in the order they will be used, from the outside in. Since the dessert course typically comes after the main course, the dessert spoon and fork are placed above the plate, closer to the center of the table, indicating that they will be used last.

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  • 14. 

    You should always pass both the salt and pepper even if only one is asked for.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Passing both the salt and pepper even if only one is asked for is considered good table manners. It ensures that everyone at the table has access to both condiments if they desire. By doing so, it shows consideration and avoids the need for others to ask for the missing condiment. Additionally, passing both the salt and pepper together is a common practice and promotes a sense of unity and equality among diners.

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  • 15. 

    In order to signal to the waiter that you have finished your meal, place the fork and knife back on the table where they were before.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Placing the fork and knife back on the table where they were before is not the correct way to signal to the waiter that you have finished your meal. In most dining etiquette, the proper way to indicate that you have finished eating is to place your utensils parallel to each other, with the handles pointing towards the bottom right corner of the plate. This position is known as the "resting position" and it signals to the waiter that you are done with your meal. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 16. 

    It is considered good dining etiquette to start eating as soon as you are served, even if others have not yet received their food.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Proper dining etiquette typically dictates that you wait until everyone at the table has been served before beginning to eat, unless the host or the person who has not been served encourages you to start. This shows consideration and respect for all the diners at the table.

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  • 17. 

    When you have finished eating, place your napkin in the center of your plate.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because when you have finished eating, you should place your napkin to the left of your plate, not in the center. Placing the napkin in the center of the plate is considered improper table etiquette.

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  • 18. 

    Since it is not right to waste food, it is best to ask the waiter or your host for a doggy bag to take home the leftovers.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    True. It is socially and environmentally responsible to minimize food waste. Asking for a doggy bag to take home leftovers not only reduces waste but also allows you to enjoy the food later. It's a common practice in many cultures and restaurants, promoting sustainability and resourcefulness.

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  • 19. 

    If there are two forks on the table, you should start using the fork nearest to your plate first.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    In formal dining settings, the general rule for using silverware is to start from the outside and work your way in towards the plate as the meal progresses. This means that you should use the fork furthest from your plate first, which is typically the fork set up for the appetizer or salad. The fork nearest to your plate is usually intended for the main course. This outer-to-inner rule helps in managing the use of utensils for different courses in a structured manner.

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  • 20. 

    It is good manners to arrive at a party at least half an hour before it starts as this shows enthusiasm.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Arriving at a party at least half an hour before it starts is not necessarily a display of good manners or enthusiasm. Different cultures and social circles have different expectations for arrival times, and it is important to be aware of and respect these norms. Some parties may even specify a specific arrival time to ensure that guests arrive when the hosts are ready to receive them. Therefore, the statement is false as it generalizes a specific behavior as universally good manners.

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  • 21. 

    Always hold a glass of white wine by the bowl.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Holding a glass of white wine by the bowl is incorrect. The correct way to hold a glass of white wine is by the stem. This helps to prevent the wine from warming up due to the heat from the hand, thus preserving its temperature and flavor. Holding the glass by the bowl can also leave fingerprints on the glass, affecting the overall presentation of the wine.

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