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What is the size range of the cover or plate setting?
What is the size range of the cover or plate setting?
- 30-40 inches wide and 20 inches deep
- 10-20 inches wide and 10 inches deep
- 15-25 inches wide and 5 inches deep
- 20-30 inches wide and about 15 inches deep (correct)
What is the purpose of a dinner plate?
What is the purpose of a dinner plate?
- To serve soup, cereal, salad, or dessert
- To serve breads, molded salad, rice or desserts
- To serve salads, desserts, or as an underliner for stemmed beverage ware
- To serve the entrée dish or the main course (correct)
What is the purpose of a bread & butter plate?
What is the purpose of a bread & butter plate?
- To serve soup, cereal, salad, or dessert
- To serve breads, molded salad, rice or desserts (correct)
- To serve salads, desserts, or as an underliner for stemmed beverage ware
- To serve the entrée dish or the main course
What is the purpose of a salad plate?
What is the purpose of a salad plate?
What is the purpose of a cereal bowl?
What is the purpose of a cereal bowl?
Study Notes
Table Setting Essentials
- The size range of a cover or plate setting varies, with no specific standardized size.
Types of Plates and Their Purposes
- A dinner plate is used to serve main courses, such as entrees and main dishes.
- A bread and butter plate is used to serve bread and butter, typically placed above the dinner plate.
- A salad plate is used to serve salads, appetizers, or desserts, and is usually smaller than a dinner plate.
- A cereal bowl is used to serve breakfast cereals, soups, or other liquid-based foods.
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Test your knowledge of table appointments with this quiz. Learn about the different types and materials used for table settings, and understand the care and maintenance required for these items.