II. Complete the tips about Vietnamese table manners by filling in each blank with “should” or “shouldn’t”.
1. When having a meal, you ________ pass all dishes using both hands.
2. You ____________ place your chopsticks on the designated chopsticks holder when taking a break to drink or speak.
3. You ____________ stick your chopsticks vertically in the middle of the rice bowl.
4. You ____________ eat directly from the serving dish.
5. You ____________ try every dish that is served before obtaining more of your favourite ones
. 6. You ____________ consume only meat, as it is the most expensive ingredient of the meal.
7. You ____________ finish the food put on your plate because this shows respect for the cook and is not wasteful.
8. You ____________ refuse any food offerings despite being full.
9. You ____________ inform the host that you are full prior to being offered another dish.
10. When you finish a meal, you __________ place your chopsticks on top of your rice bowl.
