OPNAVINST 1710.7A Flashcards
What is the manual/directive for the Social Usage and Protocol Handbook?
OPNAVINST 1710.7A
The phrase “honor of the company” is considered to be (more formal/less formal) than “pleasure of
the company.”
more formal
In regards to invitations, what is the rule for the date and hour of the event as well as ranks, titles, and names?
They should always be spelled out in full.
On invitations, what are acceptable abbreviations?
Mr. Mrs. and RSVP.
On invitations, the appropriate attire should always be clearly specified _______ (location)
in the bottom right hand corner of the invitation
What is the most formal and expensive type of invitation?
Fully Engraved Invitations
Fully Engraved Invitations usually have what?
The crest of the host or hostess.
On invitations, a replica of a Flag Officer’s personal flag may be placed where?
Centered at the top or placed in the upper left comer of invitations.
How are invitations entered into an envelope?
Invitations are inserted engraving up, top of card appearing at the top of the envelope, so that they maybe easily read as they are withdrawn from the envelope.
Formal invitations should be mailed at least __________ in advance of the planned activity.
three to four weeks
The place of honor is to the _____ of the host.
Right
Formal dinners usually commence when?
8 or 830 PM
The most common and least formal
affair is held from ___________, frequently in honor of a visiting official or in celebration of some event.
6 to 8 o’clock
How many Officers of the Mess are there, and who are they?
Two: The President is normally the senior officer and the Vice President is normally the junior member of the mess.
What are the two types of guests?
Official and personal.
