Good write up about average public behavior and interactions.
May I suggest in the future if you write similar articles that you take a moment to also include cultural differences and what is expected? It doesn't have to be broken down by countries. Just a tiny tidbit saying that just because something is socially acceptable in your country, doesn't mean its the same elsewhere.
For example here in the states its considered rude to slurp when eating a soup / broth. In Japan it's actually a sign that you are happy and content with your meal.
Thanks for your comment and observations. I'd do well to effect them in my consequent write-ups whenever it's needed.
Japan and Nigeria both have the same ideology about slurping while eating a soup.
What sign do you show in the states that you are enjoying your meal?
We don't really have anything that isn't non-verbal or using body language. It's more or less just say you enjoyed the food. I guess if I had to say a non-verbal cue would be having a clean plate.
Having a clean plate I would imagine shows you enjoyed any meal for any culture though.
I know right. It may be difficult to have a clean plate if one doesn't derive maximum satisfaction from a meal.