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WorksheetsSocial Etiquette and Dining in, Dining out
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Who is first in line in receiving line at a formal reception
The guest of honor
The master of ceremonies
The lowest ranking officer
The host
What is the general rule when making introductions?
Introduce juniors to seniors
Introduce older to younger
Introduce men to women
Introduce in any order
What should you do with your cell phone or electronic device when introduced to others?
Turn the ringer to its lowest setting
Hold it in your left hand at your side
Put it away or down
Place it in your right hand behind your back
Which of the following should you do when shaking hands?
Look for someone to whom you can introduce them while shaking hands
Stand at attention and only your hand when the other person puts their hand out
Maintain eye contact with the person whose hand you are asking
Look at the other persons name badge so you know their name
What should a gentleman in a civilian clothes do when being introduced to a lady outside that he should not do in uniform
remove his hat
stand approximately 12 inches away
maintain a formal posture
use his military title
Which rule should you follow to receive awards or recognition?
Offer the right hand to receive the award
Offer the left hand to receive the award
Wait to be instructed on how to receive the award
Salute prior to receiving the award
Who is believed to have started the POW-MIA ceremony?
The vietnam POW-MIA Committee
The vietnam honor guard
The vietnam remembrance organization
The Vietnam river rats
What is placed on an unoccupied table during the POW-MIA ceremony?
wheel hats from all services
NCO swords
combat boots
dog tags
What should you do if you have any doubt about the correct piece of silverware to use for a
particular course at a large dinner?
start with the inside piece of silverware and work outward
start with the outside piece of silverware and work inward
start with the piece of silverware above the plate and work downward
start with the left-most piece of silverware and work toward the right
Where should you place a piece of silverware when you are not using it?
back on the table in the same position
with the tip resting on the plate and the handle on the table
separated across the top of your plate
across the bread plate
When may you chew gum in public?
when you can do so in a non-offensive way
when you are in class only
anytime you are in uniform
when you are done eating
What should you say if you accidentally brush against someone?
oops
pardon me
watch out
i beg your pardon
Where do most historians believe that Dining-In began as a custom?
in roman churches
in english monasteries
in asian military units
in grecian society
What is an improper thing to do after each toast?
standing to give a toast
raise your glass
drain your glass
to know how many toasts will be given
What should be one of the Military Ball Chairperson's !st duties?
reserve the band or DJ who will provide entertainment
decide where the ball will be held
determine the number of people to invite
review the file reports on previous cadet organized military balls
What information must be clearly stated on invitation?
the menu
dress requirements
the name of the band or DJ
the names of any dignitaries who will attend
It is appropriate to use the 1st name of an adult, a senior-ranking individual, or another important person when introducing that person.
true
false
What is the customary to do with bread, rolls and biscuits before they are eaten?
cutting in half with your knife and buttering one half at a time
cutting into small pieces with your knife
breaking into small pieces with your fingers
buttering the entire bread, roll or biscuit and eating whole
Where should you place your napkin if you must leave the table during dinner?
to the right of your chair
on your chair
on the floor below your chair
above your plate
A gentleman does not sit down until all the ladies at his table are seated.
true
false
When is it polite to call or send your reply to an invitation to accept or decline the invitation?
within two or three days
within five days
within seven days
the day prior to the event
How long should you stay after a dinner party?
at least 30 mins
at least 1 hour
at least 90 minutes
at least 2 hours
What should you do immediately upon arrival when attending a small gathering or dinner party?
look for someone you know
introduce yourself to someone you do not know
ask if there is anything you can do to help
seek out and greet out your host or hostess
What should you do if the phone number you are calling goes to voice mail?
send them a text message letting them know you called
wait for a return call since they probably have caller ID
try calling again in 15 minutes
leave a message identifying yourself
Jeff is escorting Sharon to a formal dinner. When they arrive at their table, there is one other
lady standing. What should Jeff do?
quickly take his seat
hold the chair for sharon and then for the lady
stay standing until directed to take his seat
hold the chair for sharon and then be seated
