Dining Etiquette

Front

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

Back

False

Front

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.

Back

False

Front

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

Back

True

Front

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

Back

True

Front

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

Back

False

Front

Always use the bread plate to your left.

Back

True

Front

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

Back

True

Front

Your water glass is located toward the right of your plate.

Back

True

Front

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.

Back

False

Front

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

Back

False