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Why is it, do you think, that a boy raises his cap? It is to show
respect to the lady or gentleman whom he is passing or speaking to.
That was why the boy raised his cap to the lady in Story Lesson 106, and
said "Yes, ma'am;" he wished to show her respect. Soldiers do not raise
their caps to the general or captain; they salute (that is, they raise
the forefinger of right hand to forehead), but it answers the same
purpose--it shows their respect. Why do men and boys take off their caps
and hats when they enter a church or chapel? It is to show reverence to
the God of all who is worshipped there.
Boys should always remember to raise their caps when a lady or gentleman
bows or speaks to them, and also when they enter a house or other place,
such as a church or chapel.