新目标九年课件 Unit 12 TableManners Section B.ppt

* * * Table Manners You are supposed to pick up your bowl of rice. Table Manners You’re supposed not to eat with your hands. Table Manners The youngest person is not supposed to start eating first. Table Manners There are many table manners around the world. But different countries have different cultures. …… How much do you know about table manners around the world? In the United States, you are not supposed to eat with your hands. In Japan, you are not supposed to eat or drink while walking down the street, and you are supposed to make noise while eating noodles. It shows that you like the food. In Korea, even the youngest person isn’t supposed to start eating first. But in China, you are supposed to pick up your bowl of rice. Dont stick your chopsticks upright in the rice bowl. Instead, lay them on your dish. And sometimes the Chinese host use their chopsticks to put food in your bowl or plate. This is a sign of politeness. 1.When you are invited to dinner by Americans, the hostess expects you to be there on time or not more than a few minutes later. 2.When the guests sit down at a dinner table, it is common for the men to help ladies by pushing their chairs under them. 3.Europeans keep the knife on the right hand, the fork on the left. But Americans use just one hand, and keep the other one on the lap. They change their fork to the left hand when they have to cut meat. 4. When Americans eat the bread, they hold it in their fingers, usually break it first. 5.If you have to leave during the meal, you should ask the hostess, “Would you please excuse me for a minute?” After the meal, you needn’t fold the napkins unless you are house guests and want to stay for more than one meal. 6.When you leave, it is a custom for you to say: “Goodbye. It was so nice of you to have me.” or “Thank you. I’ve had a nice time.” Then, maybe you can send a thank-you note. In the United States, you’re not supposed to eat with your hands. 2.In Peru, you are not suppose