1. Social Etiquette and Dining-In, Dining-Out

2. How much information do you already know about this topic area?
Expert - I know what BMW is for a formal meal.
Above average - I know the difference between a dinning in and out.
Moderate - I know a little about this topic.
Rookie - I am a blank slate…but ready to learn! 1
(LE100-C1L6:LQ1)

3. Usually the cadet group/wing commander hosting the Dining-In
Protocol
Netiquette
Receiving line
President of the Mess 1
(LE100-C1L6:VQ14)

4. Lesson Overview Etiquette and manners in formal and informal settings
Dining etiquette
Handling social invitations
Public courtesies
Dining-In and Dining-Out
Chapter 1, Lesson 6

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What do you think are good rules and practices for courtesy and etiquette in the 21st century? Make a list of five specific things that you do to show courtesy and etiquette in your everyday life.
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6. Etiquette and Manners
Etiquette is a code of behavior or courtesy based on rules of a polite society.
Manners are socially correct ways of acting as shown in widespread customs.
Manners are based on:
Kindness, Respect, Thoughtfulness, and, Consideration
Treat others the same way we want to be treated
Chapter 1, Lesson 6
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7. Social Introductions
Introductions make everyone feel welcome and part of the group
Should be simple, direct, and dignified
Should be made automatically and immediately
Chapter 1, Lesson 6
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8. Speak names slowly and clearly
Social Introductions
Speak names slowly and clearly
Apologize and ask the person to restate their name if you forget
Put your cell phone away
Mention something of common interest to start a conversation
Chapter 1, Lesson 6
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9. Introductions in Formal and Informal Settings
A formal reception may include a receiving line: “Receiving line” which is a group of people, including the host and honored guests, who stand in line and individually welcome guests attending a function.
A simple, pleasant greeting and a cordial handshake are all that is necessary
In informal situations, you may be more casual
Chapter 1, Lesson 6

10. Introductions in Formal and Informal Settings
Whenever someone extends his or her hand to greet you, always extend your hand in return
A proper handshake is brief, firm, and warm
Maintain eye contact
Chapter 1, Lesson 6
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11. A group of people, including the host and honored guests, who stand in line and individually welcome guests attending a function
Protocol
Netiquette
Receiving line
President of the Mess 1
(LE100-C1L6:VQ3)

12. When making introductions, if you forget a persons name you should:
skip introductions.
ask a fellow cadet.
use a generic title, such as Sir.
apologize and ask the persons name. 1
(LE100-C1L6:LQ3)

13. Activity 1: Making Introductions
Introduce yourself with the proper verbal greeting and handshake
When finished, rotate all the way around until you greet everyone
Chapter 1, Lesson 6

14. Dining Etiquette Proper manners should be used whenever you dine
Relaxed politeness is the key
Chapter 1, Lesson 6
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15. The Dining-In and Dining-Out
The Dining-In and Dining-Out are similar in tradition and activities
They come from General Hap Arnold from World War Two
Wing-Dings were the foundation of the Dining-In/Out
Key Roles are the President of the Mess and Mister or Madam Vice
President of the Mess is the Cadet CC hosting the Dining-In
Mister or Madam Vice is the Master of Ceremonies and lead planer
The Dining-In and Dining-Out is an occasion where formal ceremony and tradition combine with good fellowship
Dinning-In, it is only for military members (JROTC Only)
Dinning-Out, non-military members are invited “your plus one”
Chapter 1, Lesson 6
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16. The Military Ball
A military event that is formal but not as rigid as Dinning In or Out
You can bring a guest
Careful planning is needed to ensure success
Invitations should be sent out as early as possible
Chapter 1, Lesson 6
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17. POW-MIA Ceremony
POW-MIA Ceremony: A solemn remembrance ceremony for the men and women in all five services who were prisoners of war and are missing in action
Recognize the presence, in spirit, of those POWs and MIAs
Chapter 1, Lesson 6

18. Usually the cadet group/wing commander hosting the Dining-In
Protocol
Netiquette
Receiving line
President of the Mess 1
(LE100-C1L6:VQ14)

19. What Should You Wear to JROTC Social Events?
Formal (Dinning In-Out and Military Ball)
Male cadets (Semi-Formal Uniform)
Females (Semi-Formal for Dinning In and Out and Prom Dress for Military Ball)
Informal
Males (JROTC Polo or Unit T-Shirt)
Females (JROTC Polo or Unit T-Shirt)
Chapter 1, Lesson 6

20. Take – Shake - Salute
You are being presented a award from Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) or other military officer, follow these rules:
1. Offer the left hand to receive the award.
2. Offer the right hand to shake the officer’s hand.
3. Finally, come to attention, face the officer, and render the proper hand salute.
Be sure to hold your salute until the officer returns your salute.
Chapter 1, Lesson 6

21. A Formal Dining Table Setting
Start with the outside piece of silverware and work inward
The number of pieces of silverware indicates the number of courses
BMW= “Bread-Meal-Water”
Chapter 1, Lesson 6
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22. Formal Invitations and You
RSVP means that you must reply to the hosts to let them know if you can or cannot attend the function to which you’ve been invited
Call or send your reply within two or three days (sending your reply by letter or should be you first choice)
Make sure you inform your host if you are bringing a guest if asked in the invitation
Chapter 1, Lesson 6

23. Thank-You Note Write a thank-you note within two or three days
Be yourself in the note
Use sincerity and simplicity
Chapter 1, Lesson 6
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24. What does the number of pieces of silverware indicate?
Length of the dinner
Formality of the dinner
Number of courses
Specific menu items 1
(LE100-C1L6:LQ4)

25. For a meal in a formal setting, the acronym BMW is what?
Bread, Meal, and Water
Bavarian Motor Works
Bread, Lunch, Water
Begin, Munchies, Water 1
(LE100-C1L6:LQ4)

26. It is polite to RSVP to an invitation within _____ day(s).
one
two or three
four or five
seven to ten 1
(LE100-C1L6:LQ5)

27. A formal dinner to which non-military guests are invited
Dining-In
Dining-Out
Protocol
Comradeship 1
(LE100-C1L6:VQ11)

28. Proper Netiquette It’s important to use proper netiquette
Telephone Courtesy
Cell Phones
Text Messaging
Netiquette
Chapter 1, Lesson 6
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29. Other Public Courtesies
Assisting the Elderly and Disabled
Opening Doors for Others
Being Responsible for Your Guest
Respect for Authorities and Senior Citizens
Chewing Gum
Waiting in Line
Politeness
Hygiene and Grooming
Chapter 1, Lesson 6
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30. Summary Etiquette and manners in formal and informal settings
Dining etiquette
Handling social invitations
Public courtesies
Dining-In and Dining-Out
Chapter 1, Lesson 6

31. Next…. Done – social etiquette and Dining-In, Dining-Out
Next – note taking and study skills
Chapter 1, Lesson 6
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