my family is going out to dinner tonight and i have to finish some important school work by tomrrow and it will take all night so i want to squeeze all the extra time i have but we have guests coming along but we're really close and i have to attend because we havent seen them for so long
is it rude to do my work at dinner???
2007-08-23 12:54:07 · 19 answers · asked by Alyson 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
and my parents dont care about that kind of stuff but will it probably be rude to the guests?
2007-08-23 12:54:59 · update #1
Yes, it would be rude. Going out to dinner with them because you haven't seen them in awhile is a nice gesture, but what are you saying when you whip out your laptop and begin to tune them out in order to finish your important homework? I understand that you are thinking about the work that *you* need to get done, but you are not taking into consideration that doing work on your laptop during the dinner get-together would make other people feel uncomfortable. Are they supposed to use hushed voices so that you can concentrate? Not talk to you so they don't interrupt your thought process? Either find a way to do your work before and after the dinner, or skip out on the dinner. If you end up skipping out on the dinner, maybe you can set up having drinks with them afterwards so you can at least get a chance to see them.
2007-08-25 18:03:58 · answer #1 · answered by JackiePaper 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not rude if you explain to them that you have some important schoolwork to get done and it's almost due. However, it would be rude to go out at all when you have something to complete. You can ask your parents or call the guests and ask if they'd come over to the house to see you after the dinner.
2007-08-24 00:02:15 · answer #2 · answered by QueenPoetri 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is generally considered rude to pay more attention to anything else but your dinner guests. If you are really that desperate for extra time, you could either (a) ask your parents' permission to stay home, or (b) ask everyone beforehand if it's okay for you to bring your computer and work during the meal. But seriously, staying home seems like the better option.
2007-08-24 00:01:57 · answer #3 · answered by drshorty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I'm afraid it will be rude to your guests. Don't you want to enjoy dinner with them since you haven't seen them in a while? When you get home after dinner, you can excuse yourself and finish your work. Unfortunately, this is how life is, things always happen on the same night and you just have to try to fit it all in the best you can.
Have fun at dinner and good luck on your homework!
2007-08-23 20:02:38 · answer #4 · answered by mom of 2 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it's rude. Have you told your parents because I would hope they'd excuse you from dinner if you have important school work to do at the same time! I know I would if I had a kid and/or student.
2007-08-23 20:02:39 · answer #5 · answered by CNJRTOM 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it is rude! sorry, but some things come first. your school work deturmines your future, and you couldnt consintrate with all the distractions~ you might just sacrifice a good grade for a less notable one! a doctor didnt become a doctor by dividing his valuable learning time and test scores between social engagements and his studies. your best bet would be to make a showing, and then excuse yourself for the importance of your studies and grades! Im sure they will understand.
2007-08-23 21:22:48 · answer #6 · answered by pszch 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've been in similar situations and unfortunately, yeah, it is rude. You should either skip dinner or give your guests you undivided attention. Good luck getting your work done.
2007-08-23 20:05:15 · answer #7 · answered by pureevilpopstar 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you are in high school or younger then you probably wont be that involved with the adult conversation, so its probably alright to quietly do the work as the adults talk, just keep the noise makers sound off to be polite. if college age you need to be involved in the conversation and honing your social skills as well as the fact you should have utilized better time management.
2007-08-23 20:06:21 · answer #8 · answered by muddawg200798 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If this paper is so important why are you on here asking questions? Oh, and if it's that important I think that your parents would understand if you didn't go. I'm sure you could find something to eat at your house.
2007-08-23 20:33:48 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It would be some-what rude but if you explain to the guests that it's an important assignment, they would understand.
2007-08-23 20:01:48 · answer #10 · answered by Duaba 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋