A. unannounced B. appreciation C. inform D. stay E. offers F. compliment G. case H. casual I. maintain J. maximum K. expected L. principle M. welcome N. seriously O. topic Learning about the American way of hospitality makes it possible for a guest to enjoy their __1_____ with an American family. When invited, you can bring a gift as a small token of ___2_____, though a gift is not always ____3____. You may bring a dish if it’s a potluck. Wear comfortable and ____4____ clothes for informal dinners, and try to arrive on time. In ___5_____ of lateness, remember to ____6____ your host of the delay. Also, __7______ the host on the wonderful meal or eat lots of food. A few of the other rules include: Don’t get pass the living room unless it is a housewarming party or the host ____8____ you a guided tour around their house; don’t stay too long and wear out your ___9_____; don’t drop by ___10_____ unless you are very close friends of the host; Americans may even invite you back if they think you are a pleasant guest.