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Why do Americans do the things they do? If you are interested in learning more about the thinking and actions of typical stereotypes or behaviors of "Americans", read some explanations to the questions below.

These answers do not reflect the best answers but rather opinions given by some Americans.

• When I stay for a long time, how can I help the family?
• If I’m staying overnight, is there anything I should keep in mind?
• When is a good time to go home?
• Should I offer to help wash dishes after dinner?
• How do I know when it’s okay to begin eating?
• Are there any topics I should avoid?
• How many people are there in my family?
• What is “small talk” and how can I master it?
• How can I “break the ice”?
• What am I supposed to do at a “cocktail party”?
• Should I arrive at a party late?
• What should I take when I stay for a long time?
• What gifts are appropriate when staying overnight?
• What is “B.Y.O.B.”?
• What is a “housewarming”?
• Is a gift necessary for a dinner party?
• If I’m invited for coffee, do I need to take something?
• Who is supposed to entertain my young child at someone else’s home?
• Do I bring my spouse or partner?
• In a store, how do I respond to “Can I help you”?
• How can I be a good host at a restaurant?
• In Japan we often argue over who’s going to pay the bill, but what about in America?
• Do people dislike drunks?
• What does the sommelier do?
• What kind of wine should I order?
• What should I order when I am a guest?
• How do I speak to the staff?
• How do I summon the server?
• When and how do I give tips?
• Why is tipping necessary?
• How do I pay for drinks at a bar?
• In a restaurant, what strategy can I use to answer all those questions the waiter asks?
• What should I do before going to the restaurant?
• Doesn’t the coffee cup handle go on the left?
• Is there anything else to think about?
• What do I do with my napkin?
• Do I have to eat everything with a knife and fork?
• Which fork do I use first?
• How do I know when it is all right to begin eating?
• Who sits where?
• What should I wear?
• What should I do if I can’t go?
• How do I accept an invitation?
• Q. When you shake hands, who puts out his hand first?
• Q. There aren’t many occasions in American to exchange business cards, so how are they able to learn to other person’s name?
• Q. When you shake hands, who puts out his hand first?
• Q. Is “ladies first” still the rule?
• Q. Does a man really have to open doors?
• Q. Why do men have to do everything?
• Q. Why is handshake important?