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In modern terms, '''chivalry''' consists of the following behavior:
 
In modern terms, '''chivalry''' consists of the following behavior:
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* treating women with flattering respect, such as holding a door or standing when a woman gets up from a table or visits it
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* treating others with flattering respect, such as holding a door or standing when someone gets up from a table or visits it
* realizing that every respectable young woman will be someone's future wife
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* realizing that every respectable young woman or man will be someone's future wife or husband
* refraining from degrading or profane speech in the presence of women
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* refraining from degrading or profane speech in the presence of others, especially children
* recognizing that certain tasks should be done by men, such as taking out the garbage or carrying heavy boxes
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* recognizing that certain tasks should be done by men, such as taking out the garbage or carrying heavy boxes, and others by women, like housework and childcare
* supporting, and treating, women graciously, and adopting a work ethic to make that possible
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* supporting, and treating, others graciously, and adopting a work ethic to make that possible
 
* honesty and [[fidelity]] in business dealings
 
* honesty and [[fidelity]] in business dealings
 
* avoiding of [[gossip]]
 
* avoiding of [[gossip]]

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