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You were invited to come at 6 pm. At what time do you need to show up?
Don't come early. Give your host the time to prepare for the party. It's better to come 15 minutes late.
5.30 pm to 6 pm
5.45 pm to 6.15 pm
When do you need to tell your host about your food preferences?
If you're on a diet, it's not reason enough for others to adjust to your food preferences. Allergies or fasting, however, should be taken into account.
If you're on a diet
If you're a vegetarian or do fasting
What does a person mean by saying "Be my guest"?
I want to spend time with you
I want to spend time with you and pay for everything
You won't be admitted to the theatre unless you're wearing an evening dress or a suit. Is that true?
Each theatre has its own rules. For example, at Vienna Opera, you can't sit in the stalls in everyday clothes. In this case, you'll be only admitted to the balcony.
Yes
No
What do you say when a person sneezes?
Act like nothing happened. If it was you who sneezed, you need to apologize.
Nothing
God bless!
Can you reply with an audio message in a messenger?
Before sending an audio message, ask the person whether it's OK with them. You can send an audio message if: 1) you need to give a detailed answer immediately, 2)you can't type a message 3) you don't want to reveal your reply (e.g. if it's a password).
Yes
No
Is it OK for a woman to wear a hat inside?
A woman can keep her hat and gloves on. However, she's expected to take off a beanie and mittens.
Yes
No
Is a man supposed to carry a woman's purse?
Carrying a woman's purse is a false knighthood and therefore unacceptable. However, a man must help a woman with heavy grocery bags.
Yes
No
Is it allowed to eat sushi with your hands?
Men, unlike women, are allowed to do that.
Yes
No
You need to enter a colleague's office. Is it necessary to knock?
If you're at work, you don't necessarily need to knock. At the same time, storming into the office is not a very good thing, either.
No
Of course. A person may be busy working.
Do you need to ask a person's permission before following them on social media?
No. People on social media are open to communication by default.
Yes
No
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Expert
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