Etiquette in Europe Name the shared etiquette

Etiquette in Europe

Name the shared etiquette rules in Nordic countries. Appointments are essential. Be punctual. No business in summer months No tipping in restaurants, hotels, or for taxies Alcohol is often consumed in great quantities and varieties. Drunk driving law is strict. Iceland, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Sweden

Name the shared etiquette rules in Southern Europe. Embracing, hugging, and kissing are common for greetings Lunch is the biggest meal of the day. Not punctual Give tips Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain (Siesta)

What are the most common gift items in Europe? Flowers— no roses, mums, white lily has to be in odd numbers (no 13) Chocolate Wine

In what countries “Yes” means “No”? Bulgaria and Greece

In which country are the elderly highly respected? In which country shaking hands with children is customary? Greece The Netherlands

Punctuality is generally not observed in which countries? Italy, Portugal, Spain Iceland Irish Israel (? )

In which countries sports such as baseball, basketball, and American football are not good conversational topics? Germany Italy (American football)

Where do Danes sit their guest of honor? On the left hand side of the hostess

Explain the difference: British v. s. English Scotch v. s. Scots v. s. Scottish

What is Sabbath?

What is considered a good gift in Israel besides flowers? Books (Also considered a good gift in Russia)

How are people in Spain and Portugal greet each other? Embrace, hug, and kiss

When do people in Spain usually eat dinner? After 9 p. m.

“Toasting” rules in Sweden? Never toast your host or anyone senior to you in rank or age until they toast you. Don’t touch your drink until the host has said “skoal. ” Observe the proper motion of “skoal. ”

In which country should you remove your shoes before entering someone’s house? Turkey