CEC CEC Dining & Table Etiquette

Question 1

At a formal American place setting, where is the bread plate positioned?

Accepted Answer

To the left of the dinner plate

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To the right of the dinner plate

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Above the dinner plate

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Below the dinner plate

Question 2

When is it appropriate for a dinner guest to begin eating at a formal seated meal?

Accepted Answer

After the host or hostess has begun eating or signals guests to start

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As soon as their plate is served

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Once at least half the table has been served

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After saying grace or a blessing

Question 3

Which direction should dishes be passed at the dinner table when sharing?

Accepted Answer

To the left

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To the right

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Either direction is acceptable

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Toward the person who asked

Question 4

What is the correct way to signal a server that you have finished your meal in American dining?

Accepted Answer

Place fork and knife diagonally across the plate at the 4 o'clock position

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Push the plate to the edge of the table

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Stack your silverware on the plate

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Turn your plate upside down

Question 5

When eating soup at a formal dinner, the spoon should be moved in which direction?

Accepted Answer

Away from you, toward the far side of the bowl

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Toward you, from the far side of the bowl

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In a circular stirring motion

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Straight down into the bowl then straight up

Question 6

Which of the following is correct etiquette when excusing yourself from the dinner table?

Accepted Answer

Place your napkin loosely on your chair seat

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Fold your napkin and place it to the left of your plate

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Leave your napkin on the table unfolded

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Tuck your napkin into your collar before leaving