Table manners are how to behave when you eat a meal. Different countries have different table manners. Now let’s see how to eat in public in the following countries.

Japan

It is okay to make some noises when you eat noodles in Japan. Unlike making big noises, making some noises is not rude but is a compliment to the chef. The Japanese also say it tastes better if you make some noises.

What else to watch: It’s important to say “ thanks ” before and after a meal.

France

In France, a meal is like a ceremony ( 典礼 ). People enjoy it and make it a special event. You should never discuss money or religion ( 宗教信仰 ) over dinner, and going Dutch ( 各自付账 ) is not very polite.

What else to watch: You need to finish everything on your plate.

Mexico

In Mexico, whenever you catch the eye of someone who’s eating, even a stranger, it’s good manners to say “ provecho ”, which means “ enjoy ”.

What else to watch: Where you sit matters in this country. Before you get seated, look for place cards, or wait until the host seats you. And you must say “ enjoy your meal ” before you leave the table.

1 . In Japan, ____ while eating noodles means you give a compliment to the chef.

A. eating quietly

B. making some noises

C. eating quickly

D. making big noises

2 . In France, people don’t talk about ____ during a meal.

A. religion

B. jobs

C. family

D. prices

3 . You’re supposed to eat all the food on your plate in ____ .

A. Japan

B. Mexico

C. Brazil

 D. France

4 . In Mexico, you’re supposed to ____ before you leave the table.

A. say “ thanks ”

B. clean your plate

C. say “ enjoy your meal ”

D. go Dutch with the others at table

5 . From the passage, we know ____ .

A. Japanese people are serious in restaurants

B. people in France like going out for dinner very much

C. in Mexico, strangers don’t talk to each other in a restaurant

D. you’re supposed to be friendly to a stranger in a Mexican restaurant  

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