Tipping Traditions Around the World PDF

B2 A2 Inside My Traditions Tipping Living Room 60 min Office AroundSkills:the World Tweak your lessons...

B2 A2 Inside My Traditions Tipping Living Room 60 min Office AroundSkills:the World Tweak your lessons
 with the power of AI Skills: Can develop a clear argument, expanding and supporting their points of view. Can account for and sustain their opinions in discussion by providing relevant explanations, arguments and comments. 1 Watch this funny video. What is it about? What problem is this guy facing? Discuss the following questions in pairs: 1. Do you believe tipping is necessary in restaurants? 2. What factors do you consider when deciding whether or not to tip? 3. Have you ever had a negative experience with tipping or not tipping? 4. Do you think the tipping culture varies in different countries? 2 Read the text about tipping in different cultures based on this article, and correct the false statements about it. Different countries have different customs when it comes to tipping. Here are five places with their own unique tipping practices and some advice on how much to tip. Japan In Japan, it is not common to leave a tip. In fact, it can be seen as embarrassing or awkward. However, there is one exception. If you stay at a traditional Japanese guesthouse called a ryokan, you can leave money for the server who prepares your food and bed. But make sure to put the money in a special envelope instead of giving it directly. Egypt In Egypt, giving a tip is part of the culture. It is called baksheesh and is expected in many situations, such as at restaurants, in taxis, and at hotels. It is also seen as a way to make yourself holier in the Muslim religion. The amount of the tip can vary, but giving $1-2 (or E£30-40) is usually enough. China Tipping is not expected in China, although it is slowly becoming more accepted due to an increase in tourism and Western customs. Traditionally, tipping was not allowed because everyone is considered equal and no one should act superior to another. However, in certain situations, like at high-end hotels and fancy restaurants, it is now acceptable to give a small tip. United States Tipping is a big part of American culture. It is customary to add 20-25% to your bill at restaurants. Tipping is also expected in other places, such as taxis and hotels. There has been a rise in digital tipping options, making it even more complicated. Denmark In Denmark, tipping is not a common practice. This is because service staff already receive higher wages and benefits compared to other countries. Service charges are usually included in the bill at restaurants and hotels. However, rounding up the bill as a token gesture is appreciated. Additionally, exceptional service can be rewarded with a monetary tip or by becoming a loyal customer. It's important to follow the local tipping customs and be respectful when traveling. 1  Statements: 1. Leaving a tip in Japan is a common practice. 2. Tipping is unacceptable in China, even if you give a small tip. 3. Tipping is not significant in Egypt. 4. In the United States, it is customary to add 40-45% to your bill at restaurants. 5. In Denmark, service staff earn less and get fewer benefits than in other countries, so getting tips is important for them. 3 You’ll get a card with your location and a description of the situation you are in. Based on the text, answer these questions: Should you tip? Why/Why not? If yes, how much? 4 Discuss in small groups and share your ideas with the rest of the group: 1. What are some ways you show appreciation for good service besides tipping? 2. How do you think cultural differences influence tipping customs around the world? Provide examples.  5 Check out four different opinions on tipping. Choose the one you agree with most and the one you disagree with most, and explain why. Provide a few arguments and examples to support your opinion. I always make sure to tip I don't agree with the generously when dining concept of tipping. I feel like out. I remember working as it's the responsibility of the a waitress during college, restaurant to pay their and relying on tips to pay employees fairly. Tipping my bills. It's important to should be optional, not show appreciation for good obligatory. service. Mike Samantha I'm kind of torn on this I am very passionate about issue. Sometimes I feel tipping well. I believe in obligated to tip because recognizing hard work and it's the norm, but other showing gratitude. I once times I wonder if it's really had a waiter go above and necessary. I guess it beyond to make my depends on the situation. birthday dinner special, so I left a big tip to thank him. Emily Alex 2 Printable activity, Ex. 3 Positive experience Country: Japan Situation: You go to a restaurant and enjoy a traditional Japanese meal, the service is great. Country: Egypt Situation: You take a taxi ride from the airport to your hotel. It’s clean and the driver is quiet and polite. Country: China Situation: You stay at a high-end hotel and receive excellent service from the staff. Country: United States Situation: You have a meal at a restaurant. The server provides great service, and you are happy with your meal. Country: Denmark Situation: You go to a café for a coffee, and the server is exceptionally friendly and helpful. Country: Denmark Situation: You go to a café for a coffee, and the server is exceptionally friendly and helpful. Negative experience Country: Japan Situation: You go to a restaurant, but the service is slow and unfriendly. Country: Egypt Situation: You take a taxi, but the driver is rude and takes a longer route. Country: China Situation: You stay at a high-end hotel, but the staff is inattentive, and you experience delays in service. Country: United States Situation: You have a meal at a restaurant, but the service is poor, and the food takes a long time to arrive. Country: Denmark Situation: You go to a café for a coffee, but the waiter is inattentive, and you have to wait a long time. 3 Correct answers 1 Made in “Audio & Video Discussion Questions”. 2 The article was simplified in the “Simplify&Upgrade” tool. The statements were generated in “True/False”. It is not common to leave a tip in Japan Tipping is slowly becoming more accepted due to an increase in tourism and Western customs Tipping is a big part of American culture It is customary to add 20-25% to your bill at restaurants. Service staff in Denmark receive higher wages and benefits compared to other countries and 3 service charges are usually included in the bill. Inspired by the “Lead-in Activities” tool. Print out the cards from Page 3. Positive e perienc x e C ountry Japa: n Tipping is not common in Japan and it could be seen as awkward. ou should not tip at a restaurant , Y. C ountry gyp :E t Tipping is e pected in gypt and it is called baksheesh. or a ta i ride you should tip about -2 or x E , F x , $1 ( E£3 0- 0 4 ). C ountry hin :C a Tipping is not traditionally e pected but it is becoming more accepted in high-end hotels. ou can x , Y give a small tip for e cellent service at such hotels x. C ountry nited State :U s Tipping is a big part of American culture with 20-25% as the usual range in restaurants. or a meal at a , F restaurant you should tip within this range ,. C ountry Denmar : k Tipping is not common in Denmark but rounding up the bill or giving a small tip for e ceptional , x service is appreciated. or friendly and helpful service at a caf rounding up the bill or giving a small F é, monetary tip would be appropriate. N egative e perienc x e C ountry Japa: n Tipping is not a common practice in Japan. It doesn t matter if the service is good or bad you should ’ , not tip at a restaurant. C ountry gyp :E t In gypt tipping is e pected in ta is. ven if the driver is rude you are still e pected to tip but you E , x x E , x , might consider a smaller amount such as or 20 , $1 E£. C ountry hin :C a Tipping is not generally e pected in hina even at high-end hotels. If the service is poor you might x C , , decide not to tip at all. C ountry nited State :U s Tipping is a big part of American culture but poor service could ustify a smaller tip. If you have bad , j service at a restaurant consider tipping 0- 5% re ecting your dissatisfaction , 1 1 , fl. C ountry Denmar : k Tipping is not common in Denmark and service charges are usually included. If the service is bad at a 4 , caf there s no need to tip but you can round up the bill if you wish é, ' ,. Created in the “Discussion Questions” tool. 5 Created in the “Four Opinions” tool. Tweak your lessons
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