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What is the first thing a waiter would ask when you sit down in an American restaurant?
What is the first thing a waiter would ask when you sit down in an American restaurant?
- Whether you would like bottled or tap water (correct)
- Whether you want coffee or soft drinks
- Whether you would like still or sparkling water
- Whether you want free refills on soft drinks
How are water and soft drinks served in American restaurants?
How are water and soft drinks served in American restaurants?
- Water is served only if requested, but soft drinks are free
- Water is free but soft drinks must be paid for separately
- Water and soft drinks must be requested and are not free
- Water and soft drinks are gladly refilled without request (correct)
What is the main difference in serving water and soft drinks between British and American restaurants?
What is the main difference in serving water and soft drinks between British and American restaurants?
- In American restaurants, water and soft drinks are refilled without request (correct)
- In American restaurants, water and soft drinks must be requested and are not free
- In British restaurants, water and soft drinks are served without request
- In British restaurants, water and soft drinks are free of charge
What is the additional question asked if you choose bottled water in an American restaurant?
What is the additional question asked if you choose bottled water in an American restaurant?
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النص يصف لقاءً بين أصدقاء جدد في مبنى سكني؟
النص يصف لقاءً بين أصدقاء جدد في مبنى سكني؟
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إيريك هو الاسم الذي قدمه توم لصديقه؟
إيريك هو الاسم الذي قدمه توم لصديقه؟
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ماريا هي زميلة سكن إيريك؟
ماريا هي زميلة سكن إيريك؟
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Study Notes
American Restaurant Service
- Waiters typically greet diners with "How are you?" when they sit down.
- Water is usually served in glasses, and soft drinks are frequently offered in cans or on tap.
- In American restaurants, patrons are often automatically served water unless they specifically decline it.
Comparison with British Restaurants
- British restaurants may serve tap water upon request, while American restaurants generally provide it as a default.
- Soft drink refills are common in American establishments, often offered for free, unlike in British venues where refills might incur extra charges.
Bottled Water Inquiry
- If diners choose bottled water in an American restaurant, they are usually asked whether they prefer still or sparkling water.
Social Interaction Notes
- The scenario includes a meeting between new friends in a residential building.
- Tom introduces his friend Eric to others, highlighting a friendly social dynamic.
- Maria is identified as Eric's roommate, indicating a living arrangement that fosters familiarity among friends.
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