by: isabella & zach eating etiquette in peru. 1)at a cena, where do the hosts and honored guests...
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By: Isabella & Zach
Eating Etiquette In Peru
1) At a cena, where do the hosts and honored guests suit.A) Across from each otherB) Next to each other C) Anywhere they want
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The guest sits next to the host because it’s a way of thanking them for being invited and it shows respect.
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2) At a restaurante, what percent tip is included on the bill?
A) 15%B) 18%C) 10%
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Most restaurants in Peru include a 10% gratuity on the bill. You add an extra 10% if the service has been satisfactory. It is true that the people of Peru are not big tippers, but tipping is a great way to show your appreciation.
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3) When a lady sitting next to you at dinner gets up to leave the mesa, what should you do?
A) Stand up both when she leaves and returns.
B) Stay seatedC) Stand up only when she leaves.
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Correct!It shows respect and compassion towards
the female. You should also be courteous towards her. It will impress both her and the other guest.
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4) When invited to a dinner at someone’s casa, when do you show up
A) 15 minutes earlyB) Right on timeC) 30 minutes late
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Correct!So that it gives them plenty of time to
prepare the meal.
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5) Is it necessary to completely clean your dinner plato at a party?A) YesB) NoC) Eat until your full
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Correct!It shows that you enjoyed the meal and it’s
a way of showing thankfulness.
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6) In Peru, a right handed person keeps their tenedor in what hand?A) RightB) LeftC) Either
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Correct!They hold their fork in their left hand
therefore, they hold their knife with their right hand.
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7) When attending a fiesta at someone’s home, what do you bring?A) Small thoughtful giftB) YourselfC) A big present
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Correct!It’s shown as a token of appreciation
towards the hosts and it thanks them for serving them the meal.
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8)When entering a restaurant or store, what do tú do?A) Greet the staffB) Let them greet youC) Ignore them
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Correct!In Peru, it is very important to greet the
staff, it is considered rude if you do not. Peruvian are generally polite and greetings are strictly
enforced.
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9) Where do you rest your manos during the meal? A) On your lapB) On the tableC) Anywhere you want
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Correct!You are expected to keep both hands above
the table until the meal is over. It is rude and sometimes considered sneaky to rest them on your lap.
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10) When you comer at a casual restaurant, you may
have to share your table with other guests.A) FalseB) It dependsC) True
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Correct! The Quiz Is Over!In a restaurant, it is normal to share your
table with other guests.
Sources! Etiquette Scholar Trip Advisor ; Peru Voices.Yahoo ; Peruvian-Etiquette