Formal Table Setting Etiquette

This video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on setting a formal dining table. It begins with the placement of a charger plate, followed by the arrangement of dinnerware such as forks and knives, highlighting the historical tradition of knife placement. The tutorial then explains the order of silverware usage, emphasizing the importance of placing only necessary utensils. Dessert utensils are addressed, with instructions on positioning the dessert spoon and fork. Finally, the video covers the addition of plates, glasses, napkins, and decorative elements to complete the table setting.

What is the primary function of a charger plate in a table setting?

• To be used as a dessert plate

• To hold the main course

• To serve as an under plate for courses

• To charge electronic devices

Where should the dinner fork be placed in a formal table setting?

• Next to the soup spoon

• Above the dinner plate

• To the left of the dinner knife

• To the right of the dinner knife

Why is the knife blade traditionally turned towards the center of the table?

• To make it easier to cut food

• As a polite gesture to avoid pointing it at guests

• To keep it clean

• To prevent it from falling off the table

In what order should you use the silverware during a meal?

• From the inside out

• From the outside in

• In any order you prefer

• Starting with the largest utensil

Where should the soup spoon be placed if soup is being served?

• Next to the dessert spoon

• To the left of the dinner fork

• To the right of the knives

• Above the dinner plate

Where should the dessert spoon be positioned in a formal table setting?

• To the left of the dinner fork

• Next to the bread plate

• To the right of the dinner knife

• Above the dinner plate with the handle to the right

If cake is being served for dessert, where should the fork be placed?

• To the left of the dinner fork

• To the right of the dinner knife

• Above the dinner plate

• Next to the soup spoon

Where should the bread plate be positioned in a formal table setting?

• Next to the dessert spoon

• To the right of the dinner plate

• In the center of the table

• Up in the left corner

Traditionally, where is the napkin placed in a formal table setting?

• Under the dinner plate

• To the right of the knives

• To the left of the forks

• On the bread plate

What is a unique way to place the napkin to save table space?

• Tuck it under the dinner plate

• Drape it over the chair

• Roll it and place it on the bread plate

• Fold it and place it in the center