Manners and Etiquette in Different Cultures

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What does 'manner' refer to?

  • The way of doing something (correct)
  • The way a person behaves in society
  • A universal list of rules for all societies
  • A culture-specific set of behaviors

What is considered bad manners in Myanmar culture during mealtimes?

  • A senior starting to eat before a junior
  • Not listening to a senior with arms folded
  • A junior starting to eat before a senior (correct)
  • Not using utensils during meals

Why are manners important to consider?

  • Because they are only relevant in formal situations
  • Because they can be different in different societies and cultures (correct)
  • Because they are specific to one culture or society
  • Because they are universal and apply to all societies

What is an example of something that may be acceptable in one society but not in another?

<p>Belching or breaking wind in company (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of good manners?

<p>They can be impolite or polite (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Manner vs. Manners

  • Manner refers to the way of doing something.
  • Manners refer to the way a person behaves in society.

Characteristics of Manners

  • Manners can be good or bad.
  • Manners can be polite or impolite.

Cultural Influence on Manners

  • Every society and culture has its own list of good and bad manners.
  • Manners can be universal, but some are culture-specific.

Examples of Culture-Specific Manners

  • In Myanmar culture, it is considered bad manners for a junior to start eating before a senior does.
  • In Myanmar culture, it is polite for a junior to listen with arms folded while being spoken to by a senior (e.g. parent or teacher).

Variations in Manners Across Cultures

  • A manner that is acceptable in one society may not be tolerated in another.
  • Examples of culture-specific manners include belching or breaking wind in company, which may be acceptable in one society but not in another.

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