Question 1

In a high context culture, it's usually wise not to ""beat around the bush"".

Accepted Answer

In a high context culture, indirect communication and saving face are highly valued, so "beating around the bush" is common and often necessary for maintaining harmonious relationships.

Question 2

The British tend to use a lot of touching, eye contact, and other nonverbal behavior. Arabs, however, tend toward the opposite in their nonverbal style, generally avoiding touch and prolonged eye contact.

Accepted Answer

In general, Arab cultures are more likely to use touching and close proximity in their nonverbal communication compared to British culture, which tends to be more reserved in terms of physical contact and personal space.

Question 3

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

Americans tend to praise each other more frequently than the Japanese do, reflecting cultural differences in communication styles and the expression of positive reinforcement.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is not true when offense is given?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements is not...

Question 5

An American is in negotiation with a Japanese partner. The American tells the Japanese partner that his idea will not work and that it will never be implemented. The American likely caused the partner to

Accepted Answer

In Japanese culture, avoiding causing someone to lose face is highly valued. Criticizing or rejecting someone's idea directly can be seen as disrespectful and damaging to the relationship. Therefore, the American's statement likely caused the Japanese partner to feel embarrassed and lose face.

Question 6

________________ has one of the highest ratings of knowledge of foreign languages and cultures.

Accepted Answer

According to the EF English Proficiency Index, Belgium ranks among the top countries in the world for proficiency in foreign languages, particularly in English, French, and Dutch. Belgium is also known for its multiculturalism and being home to the headquarters of the European Union, resulting in a high level of exposure and familiarity with different languages and cultures.

Question 7

The World Trade Organization

Accepted Answer

The answer of The World Trade Organization
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Question 8

Americans might lack interest in other languages because

Accepted Answer

All of these factors contribute to why Americans may lack interest in learning other languages. English is the most widely spoken language around the world, especially in business and on the internet where American firms dominate. Additionally, the size and scope of the American economy and its global reach may lead to a belief that English is sufficient for communication with others around the world.

Question 9

Even when you speak a foreign language, problems can arise in verbal communication because

Accepted Answer

All of these options can lead to difficulties in verbal communication when speaking a foreign language. Dialects within a language group can affect vocabulary and syntax, distinct languages within a country can be confused with one another, and variations in accents and usage can make it difficult to understand and be understood.

Question 10

Which of the following statements is not true?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements is not...

Question 11

The most widely spoken native languate in the world is:

Accepted Answer

Mandarin Chinese has the highest number of native speakers in the world, with approximately 1.1 billion people speaking it as their first language. English, Spanish, Arabic, and Hindustani all have fewer native speakers than Mandarin Chinese.

Question 12

Which of the following statements is not true?

Accepted Answer

Silence in Japanese culture is not typically interpreted as dissatisfaction; it can be a sign of respect, contemplation, or agreement.

Question 13

To an American, a gap in conversation usually is seen as an opportunity to respond. And long gaps tend to create discomfort and a desire to fill in the silence.

Accepted Answer

This is a common cultural norm in American communication. Silence is often seen as awkward or uncomfortable, and people may fill the gap with small talk or other conversational filler.

Question 14

The single most important way that we communicate is through nonverbal means.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The single most important way that we...

Quiz 6: Communicating Effectively Across Cultures

In a high context culture, it's usually wise not to ""beat around the bush"".

The British tend to use a lot of touching, eye contact, and other nonverbal behavior. Arabs, however, tend toward the opposite in their nonverbal style, generally avoiding touch and prolonged eye contact.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is not true when offense is given?

An American is in negotiation with a Japanese partner. The American tells the Japanese partner that his idea will not work and that it will never be implemented. The American likely caused the partner to

________________ has one of the highest ratings of knowledge of foreign languages and cultures.

The World Trade Organization

Americans might lack interest in other languages because

Even when you speak a foreign language, problems can arise in verbal communication because

Which of the following statements is not true?

The most widely spoken native languate in the world is:

Which of the following statements is not true?

To an American, a gap in conversation usually is seen as an opportunity to respond. And long gaps tend to create discomfort and a desire to fill in the silence.

The single most important way that we communicate is through nonverbal means.