Etiquette fundamentally prescribes and restricts the ways in which people interact with each other, and show their respect for other people by conforming to the norms of society.
Modern etiquette instructs people to:[citation needed]
- Greet relatives, friends and acquaintances with warmth and respect
- Refrain from insults and prying curiosity
- Offer hospitality equally and generously to guests
- Wear clothing suited to the occasion
- Contribute to conversations without dominating them
- Offer assistance to those in need
- Eat neatly and quietly
- Avoid disturbing others with unnecessary noise
- Follow the established rules of an organization upon becoming a member
- Arrive promptly when expected
- Comfort the bereaved
- Respond to invitations promptly.
- Accept gifts or favors with humility and gratitude.
- Acknowledge gifts or favors with prompt tokens of thanks (e.g. a thank-you card)
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