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Asked by Ms.Victoria from USA | Nov. 08, 2010 19:33
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About:Handshaking in China
Hi!
I am writing a novel set in China (doing a few last minute checks!) and I wanted to know: if a male teacher or elder or host meets a female, is there a way to indice that he wants to shake hands (and does she have the right to ignore it and not hold out her hand) or is it common courtesy to hold out her hand anyway to a male host or elder?
Please explain. Thanks!
Tori