what manners are and are not accepted in different countries?

Question

example: americans like to whistle, when they are applauding, but in europe it is known as a type of booing. In asia instead of a handshake they bow. i need 2 more of these such examples for my 8 yr olds homework assignment!

Answer 1

Here in australia people will often ask about ur income,/how much you paid for something etc
IN the uk were I was brought up it was considered very rude.
Also growing up if a person knocked on the door whilst we having dinner, they would usually be told to come back later
Here in aus, its acceptable for them to join us at the dinner table and be offered any food available, certainly a drink of some sort

Answer 2

Over here in England, looking at strangers in the eye in oublic is a no-no. Looking at people on public transport is also a no-go. However, dont think we dont pay attention, you can bet every prson on a bus or train has seen you, they just dont look directly at you unless one of you starts talking

Also, its considered dreadfully impolite to eat too much, or take seconds when offered, at an English meal. Its a sign of greed, and uses up your hosts food:) This is a good one for your kiddo to use, it comes from the War, when we had rationed food.

Strange country, England..wouldn't have it any other way though :)

Answer 3

In some South-East Asian countries, such as Indonesia, it is considered extremely rude to look someone older than you in the eye, even when they're talking to you. You're meant to look down instead.

Answer 4

In Arabia it is very rude to show the soles of your feet to anyone.

In Japan it is rude to stick your chopsticks straight up in your rice

Answer 5

Well in england, our typical peace! sign with two fingers actually equates to giving the bird.

Also, in Thailand (I think) sticking out your tounge is not a taunt, but a way of saying hello.

Answer 6

Jeez, those English sound whacked.
Lighten up, guys.