What are the unspoken social rules and/or etiquette of high society?
If you're talking about the English aristocracy then the first rule is that everyone knows everyone else. It's a pretty closed club. Having the right background, schooling, accent and the finances to support your position are also required to a greater or lesser degree.The upper class and middle classes have both nuanced shibboleths and behavioural etiquette. Etiquette is what allows you to co-exist on their territory and can be mastered by dint of courteous attention. The more rarified the social rank the more likely that the former rules will evade anyone who hasn't assimilated them from their very earliest days: which on a basic level is the point.
Dulce et Decorum Est?
Bent double, like old beggars under sacks, Knock-kneed, coughing like hags, we cursed through sludge, Till on the haunting flares we turned our backs And towards our distant rest began to trudge. Men marched asleep. Many had lost their boots But limped on, blood-shod. All went lame; all blind; Drunk with fatigue; deaf even to the hoots Of disappointed shells that dropped behind. GAS! Gas! Quick, boys!-- An ecstasy of fumbling, Fitting the clumsy helmets just in time; But someone still was yelling out and stumbling And floundering like a man in fire or lime.-- Dim, through the misty panes and thick green light As under a green sea, I saw him drowning. In all my dreams, before my helpless sight, He plunges at me, guttering, choking, drowning. If in some smothering dreams you too could pace Behind the wagon that we flung him in, And watch the white eyes writhing in his face, His hanging face, like a devil's sick of sin; If you could hear, at every jolt, the blood Come gargling from the froth-corrupted lungs, Obscene as cancer, bitter as the cud Of vile, incurable sores on innocent tongues,-- My friend, you would not tell with such high zest To children ardent for some desperate glory, The old Lie: Dulce et decorum est Pro patria mori. 1. Do you think a poem like this has any relevance to wars as they are fought today? Why or why not? 2. What are the "misty panes" in line 13 through which the speaker glimpses the dying man? 3. What oxymorons can you find in the poems second and last stanzas? Why is a figure of speech that expresses contradiction appropriate for the speaker's purposes? 4. What is the poems rhyme scheme? Can you find any half rhymes? 5. Who is the "you" addressed in the final stanza? 6. Explain the similes in lines 23-24. How do they relate to the theme of the poem? 7. How would you describe the speakers tone? How does it compare to the tone of todays war stories and war movies? (Cite come examples in your answer.)
Why is social etiquette so important?
Just to give a little background in case any of our friends here are not familiar with the concept, the definition of etiquette is: the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession or group.Why is etiquette so important? Simply put: abiding by this code of polite behavior or "having manners" is a way of showing your fellow humans respect. It is not just "a" way of showing respect, it is THE highest form of showing respect. Examples of how to implement proper social etiquette to demonstrate respect:Being on time for events, meetings, appointments, and other time specific things. Interacting with others in a kind manner with a friendly demeanor.When meeting someone new, make eye contact while greeting with the appropriate salutation for the particular situation. Don't chew food with your mouth open and don't talk while chewing. Say "please" and "thank-you" at appropriate times. Address individuals using their name, for addressing elders, use Mr. or Mrs./Ms. And for others who hold special positions in a specific profession (like Doctors, law enforcement, or government officials) use the appropriate title: if unsure of the appropriate title, use "Sir," "Ma'am," or "Madame." Use proper decorum for the situation you are in- for example: national monuments in Washington, DC (war memorials) should be approached with solemn respect and reflection. When departing from a social situation, address those present with the appropriate salutation. Don't use foul language, racial/ethnic/religious slurs, or speak negatively about others. If you are unsure of proper etiquette in a certain situation, ask someone!Never ask someone else how much money they make.Never discuss personal finances or money of any kind. It is a private personal topic and discussing, prying, or bragging is rude and tacky. Never make someone else feel inadequate about themselves. Be kind, gracious, and welcoming. Abiding by social etiquette codes is the surest way to show respect and the true definition of class.
Why does the Senate have fewer rules and a less formal atmosphere than the house?
there is only 100 senators and it is easy to make decisions regarding bills,riders, etc. the house has 435 members...they need rules to get legislation through the labyrinth of the legislative process
What does "etiquette" mean?
etiquette: n. The practices and forms prescribed by social convention or by authority.
Is becoming a kid the highest level of maturity?
If that means:Not judging anyone based on petty things like color, clothes, race, language or religion.Living in the present , and not worry endlessly about the future and deeds done in the past.Being able to forgive easily.Sleeping peacefully close to your parents.Being connected to friends physically not through a smartphone.Being so sure about oneself and nothing seems impossible.If the answer to these are yes then off course being a kid is the highest level of maturity one can achieve.The thinking, understanding and maturity of kids are underrated. Our clear thinking and humane nature gets distorted as we grow up and for this no one but the flawed concept of society is to be blamed. The rules, the decorum and norms of society which should be there to make us more mature, actually turn us into twisted piece of complex human beings.Thank you for the a2a User