Etiquette Quiz - Because I know yall are dying to know...

[evalyn]

From "The Quiz and Answer Book" by Frederic J. Haskin copyright 1938

1. In what person is a formal invitation written?
2. How long should a formal call last?
3. Is it correct to say "Good morning, Doctor"?
4. Is it in good taste to apply rouge and powder in publice?
5. Upon the announcement of an engagement, who should be congratulated?
6. Name some of

Comments

[cheryln]

No wonder people look at me funny when I wear my tux to work.

Some of these are really dated, of course, but in some ways a more universal understanding of etiquette could be a good thing.

[evalyn]

Yeah, I like the novelty of it. At least now I know to remove my gloves at a formal dinner. I could've really embarassed myself...

[superflippy]

It's interesting to me to see which ones I still consider relevant: numbers 1, 18, 24, and of course 6 (it's not like we're going to start eating crackers with a knife and fork anytime soon).

[evalyn]

Hi! How are you and the family? I checked out your website just last night looking for updates. Um, D-Mac? Yeah, he is cute as a pea. I like looking thru the pages of old books, especially as amusing as this one. Take care, nice to hear from you.

[superflippy]

We're doing OK - George is trying to graduate this semester, so we're very busy.

I also love old books - I have one on housecleaning and another on mixed drinks I've been meaning to blog about someday.