Question 1

Individuals from low-context cultures often are less skilled in interpreting _____.

Accepted Answer

Low-context cultures rely more on explicit messages and verbal communication, while high-context cultures rely heavily on contextual messages and nonverbal cues. Therefore, individuals from low-context cultures may have less experience and skill in interpreting contextual messages.

Question 2

Cultural context refers to additional information about a message that is provided through _____ cues.

Accepted Answer

Cultural context is provided through nonverbal cues such as gestures, facial expressions, tone of voice, and body language. These cues can vary widely across different cultures and impact how a message is received and interpreted. Language and oral cues are also important elements of cultural context, but they are not the only cues that contribute to it. Invisible cues are not relevant in this context.

Question 3

A learned system of knowledge, behavior, attitudes, and norms shared by a group of people is a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

Culture is a complex system that includes knowledge, beliefs, art, moral laws, customs, and other capabilities and habits acquired by individuals as members of a specific social group. Stereotypes are generalizations about a group of people that oversimplify their characteristics, while race refers to physical attributes shared by a group of people, and nationality indicates the country where a person was born or has acquired citizenship. Therefore, only culture fits the definition provided in the question.

Question 4

The students from China were told not to enter the auditorium until they had been searched because last week a Chinese student had brought a knife into a lecture. These Chinese students are facing _____.

Accepted Answer

The situation described involves the Chinese students being subjected to differential treatment due to their national origin, which is a form of discrimination. The fact that they are being searched due to the actions of one individual reflects a stereotype or assumption that all Chinese students may have the same intentions or behaviors, but this is not a clear example of ethnocentrism or other-orientation. There is also no evidence that the students are being categorized or labeled in a way that would constitute social classification.

Question 5

After arriving in Indonesia, Bruce felt anxious as he tried to navigate the city of Jakarta and find a grocery store. No one seemed to speak English and he was overwhelmed with the situation. Bruce is experiencing _____.

Accepted Answer

Bruce is experiencing culture shock, which is a common psychological and emotional reaction when someone is living in a new and unfamiliar culture. He is overwhelmed, disoriented, and anxious, which are all common symptoms of culture shock.

Question 6

In a culture that stresses a long-term orientation to time, there is an emphasis on _____.

Accepted Answer

A long-term orientation to time values planning and investing in the future over immediate gratification or short-term gains. This reflects a greater concern for future consequences and rewards, and a willingness to sacrifice present comfort for future benefits.

Question 7

Which of the following statements correctly reflects your text's definition of gender?

Accepted Answer

The text's definition of gender is that it is a psychologically-based perception. While biological sex may influence gender, gender itself is not solely based on biology. Additionally, social experiences can also play a significant role in the development of one's gender identity.

Question 8

The perceptions shared by a group of people about their key beliefs and issues are called their _____.

Accepted Answer

The term used to describe a group's shared beliefs and perspectives is their worldview. This encompasses their attitudes, values, and cultural norms, which shape their understanding of the world and the way they interact with it. Communication style and ambiguity are related to how messages are conveyed and understood, whereas cultural context refers to the broader social and cultural environment in which communication takes place.

Question 9

People from _____ cultures tend to place a high value on freedom of speech, leisure activities, and sports.

Accepted Answer

According to Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory, cultures that are categorized as "indulgent" tend to prioritize enjoyment and leisure activities, as well as a focus on personal freedom and expression. These cultural values align with placing a high value on freedom of speech, leisure activities, and sports.

Question 10

A person's racial classification was originally based on _____, which are visible physiological attributes such as skin color.

Accepted Answer

Racial classification is based on phenotypes, which are the visible physical attributes of an individual such as skin color, hair texture, and facial features. Stereotypes are negative generalizations or assumptions made about a particular group of people, whereas prototypes and sociotypes do not relate to the context of racial classification.

Question 11

In an individualist culture you are likely to find _____.

Accepted Answer

In an individualist culture, the emphasis is on individual achievement and success rather than group achievement.

Question 12

When Tyler met Heidi for the first time, he immediately assumed she was just another "dumb blonde" and didn't bother to ask her anything about herself. If he had, he would have found out she had just been nominated for an elite scholarship. Tyler's assumptions about Heidi are an example of _____.

Accepted Answer

Tyler's assumptions about Heidi are an example of stereotyping, as he based his judgment solely on her appearance rather than getting to know her as an individual.

Question 13

According to Hofstede's research, which of the following is a typical value of a masculine culture?

Accepted Answer

Hofstede's research identified masculinity as a cultural value that emphasizes assertiveness, competition, and traditional gender roles where men are expected to be assertive and tough while women are expected to be more nurturing and caring. Therefore, traditional roles for men and women is a typical value of a masculine culture. The other options listed are more characteristic of a feminine culture.

Question 14

Anne doesn't know anyone who is gay and doesn't want to hear about or read about gay individuals. She is exhibiting _____.

Accepted Answer

Anne's behavior of avoiding any discussion or information about gay individuals and not wanting to know anyone who is gay suggests homophobia, which is a fear or dislike of homosexual people.

Question 15

The attitude that one's own cultural approaches are superior to others is called _____.

Accepted Answer

Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own cultural approaches are superior to others. Stereotyping refers to the act of categorizing people based on preconceived notions or biases. Individualism refers to a cultural value that emphasizes independence and self-reliance. Prejudice refers to a negative attitude or feeling towards a person or group, often based on stereotypes.

Question 16

The term transgender refers to a unique form of _____.

Accepted Answer

Transgender refers to individuals whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth. It is a form of gender identity, not sexual orientation, racial identity, or biological identity.

Question 17

People from the United States often think that individual choice and achievement is important. This would be an example of _____.

Accepted Answer

The statement describes a cultural value, which is the beliefs and attitudes held by a group of people about what is important and worth pursuing. In this case, the cultural value is individual choice and achievement, which is highly valued in American culture.

Question 18

According to Hofstede's research, in a culture with a high level of uncertainty avoidance you are likely to find _____.

Accepted Answer

In a culture with high uncertainty avoidance, there is a strong emphasis on following rules and maintaining structure in order to avoid ambiguity and uncertainty. Elaborate codes of conduct are enforced to reduce ambiguity and ensure clarity in social interactions.

Question 19

People born between 1982 and 2002 are known as _____.

Accepted Answer

The term "millennials" is commonly used to refer to individuals born between 1982 and 2002. Baby boomers refer to those born between 1946 and 1964, while Generation X typically refers to those born between 1965 and 1981. Generation Y is sometimes used interchangeably with millennials, but it can also refer to those born between 1981 and 1996. However, the most commonly accepted definition of Generation Y is that it encompasses the same group as millennials.

Question 20

Jessica works for an American-based electronics firm and is visiting a company in Argentina that makes similar products. Her interaction with people at the Argentinian company will be an example of _____.

Accepted Answer

Intercultural communication refers to the communication that occurs between people from different cultural backgrounds. In this scenario, Jessica is interacting with people from an Argentinian company, which suggests that there may be cultural differences between her and the individuals she is communicating with. Therefore, her interaction would be an example of intercultural communication, and not culture shock (A), co-culture (B), or worldview (C).

Quiz 6: Adapting to Others: Diversity and Communication