CEP CEP Dining & Table Etiquette

Question 1

In formal American dining, where is the bread plate positioned?

Accepted Answer

To the left of the main plate

Answer

To the right of the main plate

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Above the main plate

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Below the main plate

Question 2

When is it appropriate to begin eating at a formal dinner?

Accepted Answer

When the host begins eating or signals guests to start

Answer

When your food is served

Answer

When at least half the table has been served

Answer

Immediately after saying grace

Question 3

Which hand holds the fork in the American style of dining after cutting food?

Accepted Answer

Right hand after cutting food

Answer

Left hand throughout the meal

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Either hand depending on preference

Answer

Left hand when eating, right only when cutting

Question 4

What does placing your fork and knife diagonally across the plate with tines down signal to a server?

Accepted Answer

You are resting between bites

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You are finished with the meal

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You did not enjoy the food

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You need a refill

Question 5

At a formal dinner, how should you handle a dropped utensil?

Accepted Answer

Leave it and quietly ask the server for a replacement

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Pick it up and continue using it

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Pick it up and place it on the table

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Apologize loudly to the table

Question 6

Which glass is typically positioned directly above the knife at a formal place setting?

Accepted Answer

Water goblet

Answer

White wine glass

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Red wine glass

Answer

Champagne flute