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Preparation for an invitation
Whether you have foreign friends or a foreign teacher , you might find that one day they invite you to their house . What should you expect ? How should you behave ? Don’t panic . Just follow these tips on etiquette, and you’ll have a perfect set of manners to bring with you on your visit , whatever country they are from .
Before you go , ask what kind of a visit this is . If you have been invited over for a low-key activity like watching television or playing a game , then you probably won’t be expected to bring anything with you . If you’ve been invited for dinner ,ask if there is something you can bring to add to the meal , like a drink , some snacks or a dessert .
When you arrive , your host will usually offer you a drink . Don’t just say : “ I’ll have a Coke .” Ask them what they have at the moment , and then make your choice . This way you won’t ask for something they don’t have , which will save everyone from embarrassment .
When you are invited to someone’s house for a meal , offer to help your hosts prepare food or set the table . If they decline your help before the meal , make sure you offer to clean up afterwards .
Keep in mind that while some people appreciate a guest’s help , others would prefer that you just relax and enjoy yourself .
When a meal is ready , it's polite to try everything on offer .
When you leave , thank your hosts for inviting you over . If you can , invite them to be your guests next time !
Expect期望
Panic惊慌
Etiquette礼节，礼仪
Embarrassment尴尬
form 来自
form 形式
abroad 在国外
aboard 上船，上飞机
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