English composition on China's customs.

Etiquette in China is different from that in other countries. In China, people shake hands when they meet. When people eat, they use chopsticks for all the food on the table except soup. Some foods will move the eyes of chopsticks. Sometimes China hosts put food into your bowl or plate with chopsticks. This is a sign of politeness. The correct way is to eat whatever it is and then say how delicious it is. If you feel uncomfortable about it, you can say thank you politely and then put the food there.

Don't knock your bowl with chopsticks. Beggars knock on their bowls, so it's impolite. In addition, when food is served too slowly in restaurants, people will knock on their bowls. If you are in someone else's house, it's like insulting the chef.