3. Find some sayings about the Russians or other nations and share what you found with a partner. Analyzing them try to make judgments about the typical features of the nations.

Unit X. MANNERS ARE IMPORTANT

QUESTION TIME

Think about any rules of etiquette that you consider important to know for anybody who comes to our country. What questions or subjects are impolite to ask or discuss with people (except close friends or relatives) in Russia?

TIME FOR READING

Read about manners that the English consider important to know for tourists coming to Britain and compare them with those in Russia.

DOs and DON'Ts in England

Do’s: rules of etiquette that you are recommended to follow in Britain

• Do stand in line:

The English like to form orderly queues (standing in line) and wait patiently for their turn e.g. boarding a bus. 'Queue jumping' is frowned upon.

• Do take your hat off when you go indoors (men only). It is impolite for men to wear hats indoors especially in churches.

• Do say "Excuse Me":

If someone is blocking your way and you would like them to move, say “excuse me” and they will move out of your way.

• Do say "Please" and "Thank you":

It is very good manners to say "please" and "thank you". It is considered rude if you don't. You will notice in England that people say 'thank you' a lot.

• Do cover your Mouth:

When yawning or coughing always cover your mouth with your hand.

• Do Shake Hands:

When you are first introduced to someone, shake their right hand with your own right hand.

• Do say “Sorry”:

If you accidentally bump into someone, say 'sorry'. They probably will too, even if it was your fault! This is a habit and can be seen as very amusing by an 'outsider'.

• Do Smile:

A smiling face is a welcoming face.

• Do open doors for other people. Men and women both hold open the door for each other. It depends on who goes through the door first.