Mastering Dining Etiquette Basics session 1 A 2.1

Which of the following is the correct placement for the dinner fork in a formal table setting?

• To the right of the dinner knife

• To the left of the dinner plate

• Above the dinner plate

• To the right of the soup spoon

When should you place your napkin on your lap during a formal meal?

• As soon as you sit down

• After the host places their napkin on their lap

• After the first course is served

• Only after everyone is seated

Which utensil should you use first if multiple forks are provided?

• The innermost fork

• The largest fork

• The outermost fork

• The fork closest to the plate

Where should you place your napkin if you need to leave the table temporarily during a meal?

• On your chair

• To the left of your plate

• To the right of your plate

• Folded on your plate

What is the best way to start a conversation at the dining table?

• Discussing controversial topics

• Complimenting the food or décor

• Talking about personal problems

• Criticizing the service

How should you signal that you have finished your meal?

• Place your napkin on your plate

• Cross your utensils on the plate

• Place your utensils parallel on the plate, handles at 4 o’clock

• Leave your utensils on the table

Which of the following is NOT appropriate dining conversation etiquette?

• Listening attentively to others

• Interrupting others frequently

• Making eye contact

• Speaking in a moderate tone

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

• To the right of the main plate

• Above the forks, to the left

• Directly in front of the diner

• Above the knives, to the right

If you drop a utensil during a meal, what should you do?

• Pick it up and continue using it

• Ask the server for a replacement

• Wipe it and use it again

• Ignore it and use your hands

When is it appropriate to begin eating at a formal dinner?

• As soon as you are served

• After the host begins eating

• When half the table is served

• After the first toast