Flashcards on Global Social Etiquette and Norms
Global Social Etiquette and Norms: A Student's Guide to Politeness
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Social Rules and Etiquette
18 cards
Card 1
Question: What does the term 'etiquette' mean?
Answer: It describes how to behave in society and includes social rules.
Card 2
Question: Where can social rules differ?
Answer: In different regions of the world (Europe, Asia, Africa), and also at home, at work, and in business settings.
Card 3
Question: What rule applies when visiting someone?
Answer: It's polite to call ahead if possible and to arrive on time.
Card 4
Question: What should we do if we arrive late for a visit?
Answer: Apologize (say sorry).
Card 5
Question: What kind of gift should we bring to a host when visiting?
Answer: A small gift, such as flowers or chocolates.
Card 6
Question: How do people greet each other in Great Britain, Slovakia, China/Japan, and France/Spain?
Answer: UK: usually no touching; Slovakia: handshake; China/Japan: bow; France/Spain: kiss on the cheeks.
Card 7
Question: What do we do with our shoes when entering someone's home in Slovakia and Great Britain?
Answer: In Slovakia, we usually take off our shoes; in Great Britain, it's not common.
Card 8
Question: How should one dress for a formal occasion like a concert or a wedding?
Answer: For a formal occasion, we should wear formal attire; for example, it's not polite to wear jeans to a wedding.
Card 9
Question: What polite words should guests use during a conversation?
Answer: "Thank you," "Please," "Excuse me/Sorry."
Card 10
Question: What should a guest do and not do in a conversation?
Answer: It's good to participate in the conversation, but we shouldn't talk the whole time (dominate the conversation).