Complete the conversation between Nick and Mai about Vietnamese table manners with the sentences given (A-H). Practise the conversation with your partner.
A.No. You should wait to be shown where to sit, and the oldest person should sit first.
B.Yeah, you should try to finish everything on your plate.
C.You should bring a small gift, such as fruits, sweets, flowers...
D.You shouldn’t bring handkerchiefs, anything black, or yellow flowers.
E.They are chopsticks and a flat spoon.
E.You should rest your chopsticks on top of your rice bowl.
G.Yes, and remember to cover your mouth when using a toothpick.
H.Chopsticks should be placed on the table or a chopstick holder after a few mouthful or when breaking to drink or speak.
Peter: What should I do first if I am invited to a Vietnamese home for dinner, Huong?
Huong: (1)____________________________________________________________
Peter: Which kinds of gift shouldn’t I bring?
Huong: (2)____________________________________________________________
Peter: Can I sit at the dining table as I would like to?
Huong: (3)____________________________________________________________
Peter: What are the most common utensils for a meal in Viet Nam?
Huong: (4)____________________________________________________________
Peter: Where should I place my chopsticks when breaking to drink or speak?
Huong: (5)____________________________________________________________
Peter: Is there anything else that I have to pay attention to during the meal?
Huong: (6)____________________________________________________________
Peter: What should I do when I finish dinner?
Huong: (7)____________________________________________________________
Peter: Do Vietnamese people often use toothpicks after finishing a meal?
Huong: (8)____________________________________________________________
Peter: Thank you so much, Mai.
Huong: You’re welcome. I hope you’ll enjoy having a meal with a Vietnamese household.
