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1 CATCHING UP with the JONESES Last Chance Catch-Up Card CATCHING UP with the JONESES Last Chance Catch-Up Card CATCHING UP with the JONESES Last Chance Catch-Up Card CATCHING UP with the JONESES Last Chance Catch-Up Card CATCHING UP with the JONESES Last Chance Catch-Up Card CATCHING UP with the JONESES Last Chance Catch-Up Card

2 Collaborative What part of the body is most expressive? Correct Answer: The eyes. Collaborative What should Jennifer Aniston do if she runs into Angelina Jolie on the street? Correct Answer: Be nice, exchange pleasantries if necessary, and move along. Is it appropriate to date two people at the same time if you re having sex with one of them? Collaborative All-or-nothing!... 6 points All-or-nothing!... 6 points All-or-nothing!... 6 points The Etiquette Advantage in Business, Second Edition The Etiquette Advantage in Business, Second Edition The Etiquette Advantage in Business, Second Edition You and your SO are not married. You receive an invitation for a wedding. It is addressed only to you. Can you bring your SO with you? Collaborative Collaborative Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy were famous for their romance, both on and off the silver screen. Previous to meeting Tracy, who was Kate Hepburn s equally famous, eccentric lover? Correct Answer: Howard Hughes Collaborative Giacomo Cassanova was many things: author, spy, diplomat, adventurer. What made his name synonymous with the image of a suave, romantic hero? Correct Answer: His autobiography, which chronicled his adventures with some 122 women and is widely regarded as unreliable. All-or-nothing!... 6 points All-or-nothing!... 6 points All-or-nothing!... 6 points The Etiquette Advantage in Business, Second Edition The Etiquette Advantage in Business, Second Edition The Etiquette Advantage in Business, Second Edition

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4 Collaborative Who were Marilyn Monroe s two most famous husbands? Correct Answer: Joe DiMaggio and Arthur Miller My partner plans birthdays and special occasions very thoughtfully. We watch too much TV. All-or-nothing!... 6 points The Etiquette Advantage in Business, Second Edition Collaborative For how many years were Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers married? Correct Answer: Zero. They were never married. Written Step 1: Each partner writes down the chore they hate the most. Written Step 1: In Meet the Fockers a married couple uses the word muskrat as a code word for Let it go. Do you have a secret code word? If so, what is it/are they? All-or-nothing!... 6 points The Etiquette Advantage in Business, Second Edition

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6 response to the following statement: The division of chores in our household is fair. My SO lets me know when he/she is not in the mood. My SO snores. response to the following question: My SO is hopelessly lost. Will he/she stop and ask for directions? My SO remembers special events. I m a good listener.

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8 I don t mind when my SO checks out a member of the opposite sex. My SO likes to hold hands with me. I am willing to compromise. response to the following statement: When we travel, I can count on my SO to pack lightly. response to the following question: The TP roll is empty again. Will you change the roll? We don t argue in front of other people.

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10 Your SO seems to really enjoy himself at surprise birthday parties, though he claims he d never want one thrown for him. Does this mean that you probably could throw him a surprise party for his 40 th birthday? This is his party, not yours. A friend and his wife attend the opera several times a year. One afternoon he calls and tells you they can t make it to the next day s performance, but would you like their tickets? Your wife loves the opera, but you re unsure if she has plans. Should you accept the tickets on the spot? You should check with your SO first. It s a matter of respect for his or her time and plans. Multiple Choice According to the Post Couples survey, what percentage of respondents said they got along very well or extremely well with their partner s friends? A. 30% B. 45% C. 80% Correct Answer: C It is acceptable to include the places where you are registered on your wedding invitation. Correct Answer: False By including this information on your wedding invitation, you are putting your emphasis on presents rather than the presence of your guests. Multiple Choice What is the most appropriate way for a man to hold a chair for a woman? A. Reach for the chair and pull it away from the table first B. Wait until she is clearly standing next to the chair waiting for it to be pulled out C. Ask her if she would like her chair held Correct Answer: C Asking shows respect for the needs of your partner Both correct... 2 points Multiple Choice You and your SO are visiting friends at their beach house for the weekend. On Saturday you re expecting to go to the beach when Rick announces he s taking everyone to the local art museum. Do you: A. Feign illness as quickly as possible B. Change into your museum clothes C. Beg off politely, saying you ve been there Correct Answer: B Your hosts are in charge of the weekend s activities Both correct... 2 points

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12 Should couples sit together while dining out with a group of friends? Sitting separately gives the couple a chance to speak with people they don t see every day. Mary asks you to bring a salad. At the store you see a special on caviar. Is it acceptable to bring it instead? Mary is most likely counting on your salad, so bring it. If you feel you want to bring the caviar as well, please do. It could be a perfect addition, or your hosts could enjoy it another evening. Multiple Choice You re out with your SO and bump into someone you know. You want to introduce your SO, but you can t remember the person s name. You should: A. Wait for the person to introduce himself or herself to your SO B. Don t bother with introductions C. Admit to your memory lapse, ask for the person s name, and then introduce your SO Correct Answer: C Honesty is always the best policy. Multiple Choice You re having a terrific time at a party, but you notice your SO seems unengaged. You should: A. Get him or her a drink B. Suggest making it an early night C. Hand over the keys and say you ll get a ride home Correct Answer: B If the situation were reversed, you would appreciate the consideration. Your SO runs your delicates through the wash, and they come out significantly smaller than even a supermodel could wear. You should educate him/ her on what to wash and what not to wash. Correct Answer: True Your SO was just trying to help out. He/She would most likely appreciate any tips you may have. Your SO watches television for at least a half an hour every evening when he/she gets home from work. Is this disrespectful? It is perfectly acceptable to have some brainless activity when you get home from work to unwind from a stressful day. You should, however, make an effort to spend a bit of quality time together before grabbing the remote. Both correct... 2 points

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14 It is okay to kiss your SO in public. Correct Answer: True A quick little kiss is absolutely acceptable. It shows your SO that you love him/her. It is fine for your SO to have a night out with his/her friends every on a regular basis. Correct Answer: True If this is something your SO enjoys then by all means, he/she should be able to partake. Perhaps you should do the same. Multiple Choice Your SO is a cover thief. What should you do? A. Lie in bed and freeze B. Steal them back C. Nudge your SO D. Purchase larger sheets and covers for your bed Correct Answer: D Though you could just steal them back, the most considerate solution is to expand the size of the sheets instead of fighting over them. Couples should divide the household chores Correct Answer: False Each couple must decide what will work best for them. Is paying the bills equal to doing the dishes? You get the point! It is okay to glance at the handsome gentleman or gorgeous woman at the next table. Correct Answer: True This is healthy human nature, but keep your focus on your SO. And don t stare! Is it acceptable to send an to your SO extolling in detail how much you enjoyed the previous evening s intimate escapades? s are public. Don t write anything you wouldn t want to see posted on a bulletin board for everyone to see. Both correct... 2 points

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16 Multiple Choice According to the Post Couples Survey, what is the most common chore men do that women don t think they do? A. Pick up their clothes B. Vacuum C. Take out the trash D. Wash dishes Correct Answer: A Points: One partner correct 1 point Both correct 2 points You re out at a nice restaurant for dinner with your SO. Should the man stand when the woman leaves or returns to the table? Correct Answer: Yes There s no reason not to make her feel special. Joe and Mary have invited you over for dinner Saturday night. Are you obligated to ask if you can bring something? You have been invited. If you would like to bring something it is optional. The bathroom belongs to both of you. Correct Answer: False The bathroom belongs to her. Get over it and put the seat down. Points: One partner correct... 1 point Both correct... 2 points Multiple Choice What do you consider the biggest deal breaker on a first date? A. Chewing with an open mouth B. Not complimenting your cooking C. Spinach stuck between prominent teeth Correct Answer: A It s simply gross. And B & C aren t nearly as bad. You ve been invited to a friend s house on numerous occasions. Is it necessary to reciprocate, even if you can t cook? Correct Answer: Yes You can always order take-out. Both correct... 2 points