Ordering at a Restaurant

Ages 10+ · 5 minutes

Learn about ordering food at a restaurant

Discuss proper manners for ordering food at a restaurant, how to ask questions about your order and how to pay the bill

Part of

Life Skills

Standards alignment

Common Core State Standards

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
CCRA.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Alabama

ELA21.5.R1 — Utilize active listening skills during discussion and conversation in pairs, small groups, or whole-class settings, following agreed-upon rules for participation.
ELA21.5.R6 — Assess the formality of occasions in order to speak or write using appropriate language and tone.
ELA21.5.9a — Pose and respond to explicit questions in ways that contribute to the discussion and elaborate on the remarks of others.

Alaska

SL.4.1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.

Arizona

4.SL.6 — Differentiate between contexts that call for formal English (e.g., presenting ideas) and situations where informal discourse is appropriate (e.g., small-group discussion); use formal English when appropriate to task and situation. (See grade 4 Language standards 1 and 3 for specific expectations).
4.L.6 — Acquire and accurately use grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, including those that signal precise actions, emotions, or states of being (e.g., quizzed, whined, stammered) and that are basic to a particular topic (e.g., wildlife, conservation, and endangered when discussing animal preservation).
4.SL.1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.

Arkansas

4.CC.5.P — Speak audibly, using standard English as appropriate to the task and/or situation.
4.RC.4.RF — Build general and academic vocabulary and background knowledge of age and grade-appropriate topics through discussion, reading, and writing.

California

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
1.6.1 — Understand the concept of exchange and the use of money to purchase goods and services.
CCRA.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Colorado

RWC20-GR.3-S.1-GLE.2 — Communicate using appropriate language in informal and formal situations.
RWC20-GR.4-S.1-GLE.1-EO.a.iii — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.
RWC20-GR.3-S.1-GLE.2-EO.b — Distinguish different levels of formality.

Connecticut

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
SL.4.1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.

Delaware

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
CCRA.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Florida

ELA.K12.EE.6.1 — Use appropriate voice and tone when speaking or writing.
ELA.K12.EE.4.1 — Use appropriate collaborative techniques and active listening skills when engaging in discussions in a variety of situations.
SS.8.FL.2.3 — Describe the variety of payment methods people can use in order to buy goods and services.

Georgia

ELAGSE4SL1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.
ELAGSE4SL6 — Differentiate between contexts that call for formal English (e.g., presenting ideas) and situations where informal discourse is appropriate (e.g., small-group discussion); use formal English when appropriate to task and situation. (See grade 4 Language Standard 1 for specific expectations.)

Hawaii

K-12.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
4.SL.1c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.

Illinois

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.

Iowa

SL.5.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, using formal English when appropriate to task and situation.
SL.5.1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions by making comments that contribute to the discussion and elaborate on the remarks of others.

Kansas

SL.5.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, using formal English when appropriate to task and situation.
SL.4.1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.

Louisiana

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
CCRA.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.
SL.4.1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.

Maine

SL.4.5.a — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of language in the appropriate register. (See grade 5 Language standards 1 and 3 for specific expectations.)
SL.4.6-8.a — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts, demonstrating command of language in the appropriate register (See grades 6-8 Language standards 1 and 3 for specific expectations.)

Maryland

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
CCRA.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Massachusetts

CCR.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
CCR.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Michigan

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
4–E1.0.7 — Describe the role of money in the exchange of goods and services.
SL.4.1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.

Minnesota

5.3.1.3 — Seek feedback from others, ask clarifying questions for understanding, and make decisions and adjustments.
5.3.2.1 — Use vocabulary, language, structure and features of spoken language to communicate ideas precisely, recognizing situational differences.
LSVEI.2 — Communicate with others, applying knowledge of vocabulary, language, structure and features of spoken language, considering audience and context.

Mississippi

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
SL.4.1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.
L.4.3.c — Differentiate between contexts that call for formal English (e.g., presenting ideas) and situations where informal discourse is appropriate (e.g., small-group discussion).

Missouri

4.SL.4.A.f — adjusting formal/informal language according to context and topic

Montana

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
SL.4.1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.
CCRA.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Nebraska

LA.5.SL.1.c — Converse with peers and adults an all-inclusive manner to foster positive relationships while respecting diverse perspectives.
LA.5.SL.2.a — Demonstrate appropriate speaking techniques (e.g., appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, clear pronunciation) for a variety of purposes and situations, including interpreting 5th grade texts.

Nevada

SS.4.31 — Identify methods of payment for goods and services.
CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.

New Hampshire

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
J — Students will develop personal skills: 1. Communicate and defend one’s own belief, feelings, and convictions 2. Appropriately adjust one’s own behavior in response to the dynamics of various groups $3nd situations 3. Participate in persuading, compromising, debating, and negotiating the resolution of $3onflicts and differences
CCRA.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

New Jersey

SL.5.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, using formal English when appropriate to task and situation.
CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
SL.5.1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions by making comments that contribute to the discussion and elaborate on the remarks of others.

New Mexico

CCRA.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.
CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
SL.5.NM.9 — Demonstrate appropriate listening skills for understanding and cooperation within a variety of cultural settings.

New York

5SL1c — Pose and respond to specific questions by making comments that contribute to the discussion and elaborate on the remarks of others.
5SL6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, using formal English when appropriate.
4SL6 — Distinguish between contexts that call for formal English versus/or informal discourse; use formal English when appropriate to task and situation.

North Carolina

SL.5.4 — Report on a topic or text or present an opinion, sequencing ideas logically and using appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive details to support main ideas or themes; adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks.
CCR Anchor Standard SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

North Dakota

5.C.6 — Engage in a range of discussions using active listening skills, posing and responding to specific questions to clarify information.
5.C.2 — Present ideas using proper eye contact, body language, and volume in formal and informal situations.

Ohio

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
SL.4.1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.
L.4.3.c — Differentiate between contexts that call for formal English (e.g., presenting ideas) and situations where informal discourse is appropriate (e.g., small-group discussion).

Oklahoma

5.1.L.1 — Students will actively listen using agreed-upon discussion rules with awareness of verbal and nonverbal cues.

Oregon

5.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, using formal English when appropriate to task and situation.
4.SL.1c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.

Pennsylvania

CC.1.5.5.E — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, using formal English when appropriate to task and situation.
CC.1.5.5.B — Summarize the main points of written text read aloud or information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally.

Rhode Island

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.

South Carolina

ELA.4.C.8.1 — Participate in structured discussions and collaborations about grade-appropriate topics and texts: a. enter a conversation appropriately, listen actively to others, and ask and respond to questions to clarify thinking and express new ideas; and b. consider and reflect upon the ideas expressed during conversations.
ELA.4.C.9 — Evaluate and critique ideas and concepts interactively through listening and speaking. (FK 4.51-7.73 LF 740-1010)

South Dakota

SL.CCRA.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
4.SL.6 — Recognize that different situations call for formal (e.g., presenting ideas) or informal (e.g., small-group discussion) English, and use formal English when appropriate to task and situation. (See grade 4 Language standards 1 and 3 for specific expectations.)
SL.CCRA.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Tennessee

K.SL.CC.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Texas

110.26.b.2.A — use appropriate verbal and nonverbal communication skills in interpersonal situations;
110.26.b.2.C — explain the importance of using tact, courtesy, and assertiveness appropriately in interpersonal situations;
110.26.b.4.B — use appropriate communication skills to request, provide, and respond to information in interpersonal conversations;
110.26.b.5.B — respond appropriately to persuasive messages in situations such as accepting or rejecting peer pressure and making or responding to requests;

Utah

4.SL.1.b — Participate in conversations by asking questions, acknowledging new information, connecting responses with reasoning and elaboration, and keeping the discussion on topic.
4.SL.3 — Use age-appropriate language, grammar, volume, and clear pronunciation when speaking or presenting.
2.4.2.c — Explain different ways to pay for goods and services (i.e., cash, checks, credit cards).

Vermont

CCRA.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.
CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.

Washington

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.

Washington, D.C.

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
CCRA.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

West Virginia

ELA.5.30.c — Pose and respond to specific questions by making comments that contribute to the discussion and elaborate on the remarks of others.
ELA.5.35 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, using formal English when appropriate to task and situation. (See grade 5 Language standards for specific expectations.)
ELA.5.30 — Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 5 topics and texts, building on others’ ideas and expressing ideas clearly.

Wisconsin

ELA.4.SL.1.c — Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.

Wyoming

CCRA.SL.6 — Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
CCRA.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.