U1C1L4 Social Etiquette and Manners quiz Flashcards

1
Q

If you do not normally speak a ______ or flowery language, you should not write in that way in a thank you note.

A

Stilted

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2
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A ______ is a group of people, including the host and honored guests, who stand in line and individually welcome guests attending a social function.

A

Receiving line

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3
Q

Which of the following should you do when shaking hands?

A

Maintain eye contact with the person whose hand you are shaking

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4
Q

______ is a code of behavior or courtesy based on rules of a polite society.

A

Etiquette

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5
Q

A military officer, the school principal, or a government official (such as a senator or mayor), are ______ at a JROTC Cadet Ball or Dining-In event.

A

dignitaries

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6
Q

Where should you place a piece of silverware when you are not using it?

A

Separated across the top of your plate

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7
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Which rule should you follow to receive awards or recognition?

A

Offer the left hand to receive the award

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8
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After the formal event is over, to whom should you write a thank you note?

A

All of the choices

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9
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______ are widespread customs accepted as socially correct ways of acting.

A

Manners

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10
Q

It is polite to RSVP to an invitation within ______ day(s).

A

two or three

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11
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As a general rule when making introductions, introduce juniors to seniors (in age and rank)

A

True

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12
Q

A formal military dinner to which non-military guests are invited is known as ______.

A

DIning out

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13
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What is “etiquette”?

A

Behaviors based on rules of a polite society

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14
Q

You shouldn’t ______ or take control of a conversation.

A

monopolize

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15
Q

A formal military dinner for military members only is known as ______.

A

Dining-in

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16
Q

What is the first rule in social correspondence?

A

Sincerity

17
Q

You have to supervise a group of Cadets who will put the place settings on the tables at your spring Dining-Out. When one of them asks, “Why are there so many forks?”, what should you say is the purpose for each?

A

X = Salad Fork; Y = Dinner Fork; and Z = Dessert Fork

18
Q

______ are name cards for a formal dinner.

A

Place cards

19
Q

The response a host receives from you that tells them you will attend or not attend a function is a(n) ______.

A

RSVP

20
Q

The guest of honor for your Dining-Out asks, “What’s the order in the receiving line?” What should you tell her?

A

The host is first, then you and your spouse, then the host’s spouse, and then the company commanders and their spouses or guests.

21
Q

Where should you place your napkin if you must leave the table during dinner?

A

On your chair