Visiting an American Home

What do you do when you're a guest?

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When you are invited to a meal in an American home, it will probably be informal. The food is usually served family style, so everyone passes the food to one another. Americans love to talk while they eat, so expect a lively conversation.

When you are invited, you can ask if you may bring something for the meal. If the hostess refuses, do not take a dish. That would be impolite. Instead, take candy, flowers or a small gift from your country. But you don't have to; Americans don't expect you to bring anything.

Plan to arrive on time or just a few minutes late. Do not arrive early. The hostess needs the last few minutes to get everything ready. If you are going to be more than 15 minutes late, call to let the hostess know.

When you arrive, you don't need to take off your shoes. Most Americans wear their shoes in their homes. But make yourself at home?as most Americans treat guests like family.

Word Bank:

informal(adj) 非正式的
You don't have to wear nice clothes to the party. It's informal.

hostess(n) 女主人
The hostess made us feel very comfortable and fed us delicious food.

impolite(adj) 失禮的
Don't put your elbows on the table when you eat. That's impolite.

make oneself at home(idiom) 不要拘束(當自己家一樣)
I'm so glad you came to my house! Make yourself at home.

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