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learn from what they see and experience. If their parents use good
table manners, their children will, too. Where table manners, and
manners generally, are non-existent, children will have no example
to learn from.
Etiquette rules of Table Manner:
1. DO’S
a. ·Sit up straight
b. Don't speak with your mouth full of food.
c. Chew quietly and try not to slurp.
d. Keep bites small.
e. Eat at a leisurely pace.
f. Don't wave utensils in the air.
g. Keep your elbows off the table.
h. Don't Reach
i. Don't forget please and thank you.
j. Excuse yourself when leaving the table.
k. Compliment the Cook
l. Wipe your mouth before drinking.
2. DON’T’s
a. Begin eating until the prayer has been said.
b. Begin eating until those you’re with have been served.
c. Take large portions of food.
d. Take more than what you can eat.
e. Take seconds until everyone has had firsts.
f. Talk with your mouth full.
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