Basic table manners for teens
Teens should know that table manners are not only about proper eating. ________ (71)
Whether in a restaurant or in a home , here are some basic table manners for you:
§ It’s okay to put your elbows (肘)on the table if you are not actually eating. But if
you are eating , only rest your forearms (前臂) on the table.
§ Eat with a fork unless the food is meant to be eaten with your fingers.
§ Don’t take a mouthful of food.
§ Chew(咀嚼)with your mouth closed. No one wants to see food being chewed up, or hear it
being eaten. ________(72)
§ Always say “Thank you” when you are served with something.______(73)
§ Don’t eat until everyone is served . It shows consideration.
§ _______(74) Someone took a long time to prepare the food, so you should enjoy it slowly.
§ Don’t reach over someone’s plate for something. Ask for the item to be passed to you. This shows consideration, too.
§ _____(75) If it bothers you a lot , excuse yourself and go to the bathroom to take it out.
§ Always use a napkin to clean your mouth, which should be on your lap when you are not using it.
A. This shows appreciation.
B. Eat slowly ,and don’t rush.
C. Only babies eat with fingers.
D. Don’t pick anything out of your teeth.
E. Remember to clean around your mouth only.
F. It’s about being kind and considerate to others.
G. This includes not talking when your mouth is full.
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—Good afternoon. My name is Peter. I’m the general manager of the personnel department. I’ll be interviewing you. Please sit down.
— 61 , Peter. My name’s Jon. Jon Smash.
—Well, Jon, it’s a pleasure to meet you. 62 .
—I’ve been a manager at Nike for over three years. I won manager of the year award two years ago, and I got promoted last August.
—OK. Tell me about yourself…your personality.
— 63 . I think before I act, and if something goes wrong in our company I always remain calm. I never scream at my employees. And I’ve never lost my temper.
— 64 ?
—I think I’m good at solving problems. 65 . I also love challenges. I work well under pressure. When my boss pushes me to finish a project early I always get it done and never complain.
—Jon, you seem like a very good manager. I like your ambition. You’re very confident and motivated. We like that here at Microsoft. Well, our interview is over……
A. I’m glad it’s you who will offer me the opportunity to get the job B. I enjoy approaching problems directly C. Nice to meet you D. What are your strengths E. I owe my success to my employees F. Tell me about your work experience G. I think I’m very level-headed |
61. _______ 62. _______ 63. _______ 64. _______ 65. _______