Why is it important to be polite to guests?
It is important to be polite to guests because it shows respect and hospitality.
Being polite makes guests feel welcome and comfortable, reflects good upbringing and values, and helps build positive relationships.
It also creates a pleasant atmosphere in the home and ensures that guests have a good impression of the host family.
Explanation
This question encourages students to think about social etiquette and the importance of hospitality before reading the play. The chapter later demonstrates what happens when someone is not polite to guests through Mary's blunders.
Solution Steps
Shows respect and hospitality
Makes guests feel welcome and comfortable
Reflects good upbringing and values
Helps build positive relationships
Creates a pleasant atmosphere in the home
Ensures guests have a good impression of the host family