Learn a few simple rules of etiquette... by hobanma
When you walk into a shop or cafe, the merchant will greet you with "bonjour monsieur/madame"You are expected to respond in kind.
The French expect people to be polite and follow a few simple rules.
We walked into a busy but small shop along the Rue de Rivoli. There were three salespeople behind the counter and they all looked a bit grim. I said "bonjour ..." and their faces lit up and they all responded with bonjour...
