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Old 18-09-2008, 21:56   #37
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Re: Is Chivalry Dead

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Originally Posted by Gayle View Post
Can I ask a door opening etiquette question please?

Imagine if you will, a corridor with a door at either end. A gentleman who is taking you to his office for a meeting opens the first door for you (the lady) to walk through. That puts you in front as you walk down the corridor. So, what do you do when you get to the next door? As the woman should I stand aside and allow him to open it or should I open it and just walk through ahead or should I (for the sake of equality) open it for him?

Genuine answers only please! I found myself in this situation once or twice and never know what to do.

Happened to me a lot when I was working. The true gent will, when you reach the door, make quite sure he gets there first and opens it for you. If he doesn't bother, assume he isn't very chivalrous and open it for him.
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