VII. Complete the conversation between Nick and Mai about Vietnamese table manners with the sentences given (A-H). Practise the conversation with your partner. A. No. You should wait to be shown where to sit, and the oldest person should sit first. B. Yeah, you should try to finish everything on your plate. C. You should bring a small gift, such as fruits, sweets, flowers... D. You shouldn‟t bring handkerchiefs, anything black, or yellow flowers. E. They are chopsticks and a flat spoon. E. You should rest your chopsticks on top of your rice bowl. G. Yes, and remember to cover your mouth when using a toothpick. H. Chopsticks should be placed on the table or a chopstick holder after a few mouthful or when breaking to drink or speak. Peter: What should I do first if I am invited to a Vietnamese home for dinner, Huong? Huong: (1) Peter: Which kinds of gift shouldn‟t I bring? Huong: (2) Peter: Can I sit at the dining table as I would like to? Huong: (3) Peter: What are the most common utensils for a meal in Viet Nam? Huong: (4) Peter: Where should I place my chopsticks when breaking to drink or speak? Huong: (5) Peter: Is there anything else that I have to pay attention to during the meal? Huong: (6) Peter: What should I do when I finish dinner? Huong: (7) Peter: Do Vietnamese people often use toothpicks after finishing a meal? Huong: (8) Peter: Thank you so much, Mai. Huong: You‟re welcome. I hope you‟ll enjoy having a meal with a Vietnamese household. làm và giải thích hộ mình