Smile, Beijingers!! The whole world is watching you!!

Beijing citizens have been told not to pick their noses, yawn or scratch their heads when talking to foreigners during the Olympics. 

They have also been given a list of things not to ask overseas visitors - a list so exhaustive it could make conversation difficult. 

Ordinary people have also been given detailed instructions on how to talk to disabled people during the Paralympics. 

Chinese officials want ordinary people to show the country's most civilised face during the sporting events. 

A booklet prepared by the propaganda department of Beijing's Dongcheng District gives locals an introduction to the games. 

It has a special section on dealing with foreigners, including what to do when talking to overseas visitors.   More...

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