Meals and Mealtimes: Vocabulary and Customs for English Learners

Question 1

When dining at a restaurant, what is the most polite way to ask for the bill?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, could I please have the bill?

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Can you please bring me the bill?

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Hey, where's the bill?

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I need the bill right away!

Question 2

Which of these is NOT a typical mealtime in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Elevenses

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Breakfast

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Lunch

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Dinner

Question 3

What is the polite way to ask for the salt at the dinner table?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, would you mind passing the salt?

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Hey, can I get the salt?

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I need the salt, please.

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Salt, please.

Question 4

Which meal of the day is typically eaten in the evening?

Accepted Answer

Dinner

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Breakfast

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Lunch

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Snack

Question 5

What is the English translation of the Spanish word 'almuerzo'?

Accepted Answer

Lunch

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Breakfast

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Dinner

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Snack

Question 6

Which of the following is typically served before the main course?

Accepted Answer

Soup

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Dessert

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Steak

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Bread

Question 7

Which of the following meal options does NOT contain meat?

Accepted Answer

Vegetable lasagna

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Chicken stir-fry

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Grilled salmon

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Beef tacos

Question 8

How should you respond to someone who compliments your cooking?

Accepted Answer

You're too kind.

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Just trying to survive.

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It's nothing special.

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I'm a terrible cook.

Question 9

What is the typical time for lunch in the United States?

Accepted Answer

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Question 10

Which of the following is considered impolite table behavior in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Talking while eating

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Chewing with your mouth closed

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Using a napkin

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Saying 'please' and 'thank you'

Question 11

What is a traditional food eaten during Thanksgiving in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Turkey

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Pizza

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Sushi

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Tacos

Question 12

What is the name of the traditional American sauce used for grilling and barbecuing, made with tomatoes and spices?

Accepted Answer

Barbecue sauce

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Ketchup

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Mustard

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Mayonnaise

Question 13

What is a common way to greet someone at a mealtime in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Hello, how are you?

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What's up?

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Bonjour

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Guten Tag

Question 14

In the United States, which of the following is NOT considered a common mealtime?

Accepted Answer

High Tea

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Breakfast

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Lunch

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Dinner

Question 15

Which of these is considered polite table manners in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Using a napkin to wipe your mouth

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Chewing with your mouth open

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Putting your elbows on the table

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Talking loudly while others are eating

Question 16

When asking for food in a restaurant in the United States, which of the following is considered appropriate language?

Accepted Answer

I'd like a cheeseburger, please.

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Can I get a cheeseburger?

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Gimme a cheeseburger, quick.

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I need a cheeseburger.

Question 17

What does the abbreviation "BBQ" commonly stand for in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Barbecue

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Breakfast

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Baked Beans

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Big Bites

Question 18

On which day of the week is Thanksgiving typically celebrated in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The fourth Thursday of November

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The first Monday of November

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The last Thursday of November

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The second Tuesday of December

Question 19

Which of the following is a popular dessert commonly enjoyed in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Apple pie

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Crème brûlée

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Baklava

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Gelato

Question 20

Which of these dishes is traditionally served during special occasions in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Thanksgiving turkey

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Bangers and mash

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Fish and chips

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Spaghetti Bolognese

Question 21

Which table manner is considered inappropriate in a formal US dining setting?

Accepted Answer

Burping loudly.

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Keeping your elbows off the table.

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Waiting for everyone to be served before starting to eat.

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Asking to pass the salt.

Question 22

Which phrase is the most polite way to ask for a glass of water in a restaurant?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, I would like a glass of water, please.

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Can I get something to drink?

Answer

Bring me some water.

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I need a water.

Question 23

Which word describes a cooking method that uses no oil or butter?

Accepted Answer

Steamed

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Grilled

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Fried

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Baked

Question 24

What is the main difference between a fork and a spoon?

Accepted Answer

Forks have prongs, while spoons have a bowl-shaped head.

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Spoons have prongs, while forks have a bowl-shaped head.

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They are both used for eating solid foods.

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They are both made of stainless steel.

Question 25

What is the English translation of the French phrase, "bon appétit"?

Accepted Answer

Enjoy your meal

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Good day

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How are you?

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Goodbye

Question 26

What is a common American breakfast item?

Accepted Answer

Oatmeal

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Croissant

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Sushi

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Baguette

Question 27

When is the standard time for dinner in the United States?

Accepted Answer

6:00 PM

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12:00 PM

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3:00 PM

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9:00 PM

Question 28

Which behavior is considered good table manners in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Chewing with your mouth closed

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Talking with your mouth full

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Using your fork as a toothpick

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Passing food without asking

Question 29

Which food is not typically served at an American Thanksgiving dinner?

Accepted Answer

Baguette

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Turkey

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Potatoes

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Cranberry sauce

Question 30

Which side dish is often paired with a hamburger in the United States?

Accepted Answer

French fries

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Rice

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Pasta

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Salad

Question 31

How should you address a waiter or waitress at a restaurant in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me

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Hey you

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Waiter

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Madame/Monsieur

Question 32

Which American holiday celebrates the harvest?

Accepted Answer

Thanksgiving

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Christmas

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Independence Day

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Halloween

Question 33

Which mealtime is NOT common in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Elevenses

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Breakfast

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Lunch

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Dinner

Question 34

Which utensil is used to cut food in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Knife

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Fork

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Spoon

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Chopsticks

Question 35

Which of these foods is NOT typically served at a traditional American Thanksgiving dinner?

Accepted Answer

Pizza

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Turkey

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Cranberry sauce

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Mashed potatoes

Question 36

What is the usual order of courses in a formal American meal?

Accepted Answer

Appetizer, salad, main course, dessert

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Salad, appetizer, main course, dessert

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Main course, appetizer, salad, dessert

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Dessert, salad, main course, appetizer

Question 37

Which of these is a common appetizer served in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Onion rings

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Escargot

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Foie gras

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Ceviche

Question 38

What is the appropriate way to address a server in a restaurant in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Mr./Ms. [Server's name]

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Dude

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Waiter/Waitress

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Yo

Question 39

Which of the following is a popular breakfast item in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Pancakes

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Sushi

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Tacos

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Pasta

Question 40

Which of the following table manners is considered impolite in most cultures?

Accepted Answer

Talking with your mouth full

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Using your fork to cut your food

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Chewing with your mouth closed

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Waiting for everyone to be served before starting to eat

Question 41

What is the name of the largest meal of the day in France?

Accepted Answer

Le dîner

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Le goûter

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Le petit déjeuner

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Le déjeuner

Question 42

Which of the following foods is NOT typically included in a traditional Japanese breakfast?

Accepted Answer

Toast

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Natto

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Rice

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Miso soup

Question 43

What is the primary purpose of a placemat?

Accepted Answer

To protect the table from spills and scratches.

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To keep food warm.

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To make it easier to clean the table.

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To decorate the table.

Question 44

Which of the following is a polite way to express appreciation for a meal in a different country?

Accepted Answer

Thanking the host.

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Leaving a large tip.

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Complimenting the food loudly.

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Refusing to eat anything.

Question 45

What is the traditional order of courses in a formal Western-style meal?

Accepted Answer

Appetizer, soup, salad, main course, dessert

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Main course, salad, soup, appetizer, dessert

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Soup, salad, appetizer, main course, dessert