Diplomatic Protocols and Etiquette
Test your knowledge on Diplomatic Protocols and Etiquette, the unwritten rules and customs that govern interactions between diplomats and international representatives.
Questions
Which of the following is NOT a common diplomatic greeting?
- Handshake
- Bow
- Kiss on the cheek
- Hug
What is the proper way to address a foreign dignitary?
- Mr./Ms. [Last Name]
- Your Excellency
- Your Majesty
- Your Highness
What is the customary way to exchange business cards in a diplomatic setting?
- Hand the card with the printed side facing the recipient
- Hand the card with the printed side facing yourself
- Hold the card between your thumb and forefinger
- Place the card on the table
What is the appropriate attire for a diplomatic event?
- Formal suit or dress
- Business casual attire
- Casual attire
- Traditional attire
What is the proper way to greet a foreign dignitary at an official event?
- Shake hands firmly and maintain eye contact
- Bow slightly and say "Namaste"
- Kiss the dignitary's hand
- Wave and smile
What is the customary way to address a group of diplomats in a formal setting?
- Ladies and gentlemen
- Distinguished guests
- Esteemed colleagues
- Friends and allies
What is the appropriate way to respond to a toast during a diplomatic dinner?
- Raise your glass and say "Cheers"
- Stand up and give a speech
- Remain seated and nod your head
- Make eye contact with the person who gave the toast
What is the proper way to introduce yourself to a foreign dignitary at a reception?
- State your name, position, and country
- Ask the dignitary about their country
- Compliment the dignitary on their attire
- Shake hands and smile
What is the customary way to end a diplomatic meeting?
- Shake hands and say "Thank you"
- Bow and say "Namaste"
- Exchange business cards
- Wave and smile
What is the proper way to address a foreign dignitary in a letter?
- Your Excellency
- Mr./Ms. [Last Name]
- Dear Sir/Madam
- To Whom It May Concern
What is the appropriate way to respond to an invitation to a diplomatic event?
- RSVP promptly with your acceptance or regrets
- Wait until the last minute to respond
- Ignore the invitation if you are not interested
- Send a gift instead of attending
What is the customary way to exchange gifts during a diplomatic visit?
- Give the gift in person during the visit
- Send the gift in advance
- Wait until the end of the visit to give the gift
- Do not exchange gifts
What is the proper way to behave at a diplomatic dinner?
- Maintain good table manners and avoid talking loudly
- Use your mobile phone during the dinner
- Interrupt others while they are speaking
- Leave the table before the meal is finished
What is the appropriate way to address a foreign dignitary's spouse?
- Mrs./Ms. [Last Name]
- Your Excellency
- Madam
- Lady