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Unit 7: Quiz 1 Flashcards

1
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A group of performers that sing and play Mexican-style songs

A

Mariachis

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2
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A gaily decorated crock or papier-mache figure filled with small toys, candy, etc., and suspended above, so that blindfolded children may break it or knock it down with sticks and scramble for the contents. Used especially for birthdays and Christmas festivals.

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pinata

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3
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The common denominator for all entertaining occasions is

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food

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4
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If you are planning an evening in which guests will be mostly conversing, you should limit the number of guests to

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10

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5
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_______ provide continuity to an event.

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Themes

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6
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_________ invitations are always hand written, engraved, or thermographed on white or cream paper.

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Formal

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7
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In order, list the six steps of planning to entertain

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guest list, invitation, menu, decorations, activity or entertainment, schedule everything

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8
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The food selection of a party is based on what three things?

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The type of party, the number of guests, and who you invited

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9
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A light, sweet bun or roll made with eggs, yeast, and butter.

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brioche

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10
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A young woman making her formal entrance into society.

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debutante

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11
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An appropriate number of guests for a formal dinner party is

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10 - 12

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12
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Define brunch

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An informal meal between 10 and 12

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13
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The traditional tea time is between

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4:30 and 5:30

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14
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What is the price range for an average bridal shower gift?

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5 - 20.

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15
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How can you eliminate the boredom of repetition in your party giving?

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By keeping a journal of previous parties

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16
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What time is best for a formal dinner party?

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Between 5 and 8

17
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The two priorities for the guest quarters are that they be

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clean and private

18
Q

How can you as the host make sure that the guest bedroom is comfortable and will satisfy your guest?

A

Test it

19
Q

What kind of bed is ideal for a guest bedroom?

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A twin bed

20
Q

List five essentials for a guest bedroom.

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Mirror, Clock, Tissues, Garbage can, Good lighting

21
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List five essentials for a guest bathroom.

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Towels, New soaps, Hand cream, Toothbrushes, Mouthwash

22
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As a houseguest, you should be

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helpful, courteous, prompt, and cordial

23
Q

When is a thank-you note necessary?

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Overnight stays, a meal, or an occasion at which you were the guest of honor

24
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Dinner

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two hours after the meal

25
Q

Lunch

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30 minutes after the meal

26
Q

Drop-in visit:

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30 minutes total

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