[ action ] (thanks!)
[ she nods and breathes a small mental sigh of relief. ]
Yes, it is, but however much I agree that different cultures have different standards, it is usually best to ascertain what one expects in a new place rather then assuming.
If you had seen everyone walking around naked, then by all means, take off your clothes, but clearly that was not the case, Mr...
[after all, now that Jack is somewhat clothed, surely an introduction is in order. ]