Question 1

Define global citizenship and discuss the traits and characteristics of global citizens.

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Identify and briefly explain the core elements in the global competence model.

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Question 3

Define the term 'intercultural communicative competence' and describe the components associated with this construct.

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Explain what is meant by 'the intercultural speaker' or 'intercultural mediator'. Provide examples.

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Explain the difference between 'culture-specific' and 'culture-general' approaches to inter-cultural education. Provide examples of each.

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Briefly discuss the relationship between second language proficiency and intercultural competence.

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Question 7

Several models of intercultural competence/sensitivity are discussed in the text. Choose one and describe its components.

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Question 8

Identify and describe five requisite competencies for individuals in today's global society.

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Question 9

Describe four ways to enhance one's intercultural competence and intercultural/global citizenry.

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Explain why intercultural competence is best viewed as a lifelong process.

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Question 11

Within democratic states, _______________ involves _________________.
A) citizenship; a sense of belonging to a community
B) citizenship; the right to vote
C) both a and b
D) neither a nor b

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Citizenship within democratic states involves both a sense of belonging to a community and the right to vote, encompassing aspects of social identity and political participation.

Question 12

In Morais and Ogden's conceptual model of global citizenship, the core elements are_____________.
A) global civic engagement, second language proficiency, and global competence
B) social responsibility, global civic engagement, and global competence
C) global consciousness, second language proficiency, and global mindedness
D) social responsibility, intercultural competence, and environmental awareness

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Morais and Ogden's conceptual model of global citizenship emphasizes social responsibility, global civic engagement, and global competence as its core elements. These components highlight the importance of understanding and engaging with global issues, being active in civic activities on a global scale, and possessing the skills and knowledge to navigate and contribute to the global community.

Question 13

Instead of perceiving themselves as solely connected to a(n)________________, global citizens have _________________.
A) particular region or nation; a sense of belonging to a world community
B) specific country; no anxiety about how the world works
C) world community; an imaginative empathy for people far away
D) global community; no interest in local affairs

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Global citizens perceive themselves as part of a world community, rather than being solely connected to a specific region or nation, indicating a broader sense of belonging beyond local or national boundaries.

Question 14

The attributes of a global citizen include _______________.
A) respect for cultural difference
B) the wisdom to recognize the interconnectedness of all human beings
C) compassion for people who are suffering in other lands
D) all of the above

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A global citizen embodies respect for cultural differences, recognizes the interconnectedness of humanity, and shows compassion for those suffering worldwide, making all the options correct.

Question 15

______________ are concerned with the right to choose the language one speaks in public places, whereas _________ encompasses the shared values and attitudes necessary for peaceful coexistence among humans.
A) Linguistic rights; global ethics
B) Language rights; racial intolerance
C) Linguistic rights; economic justice
D) Language right; social justice

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Linguistic rights are about the freedom to choose the language one uses in public spaces, while global ethics refers to the collective values and principles that guide peaceful and cooperative interactions among people worldwide.

Question 16

Cassandra has decided to work for OXFAM after she graduates as she hopes to make a dif-ference in the world. Actively taking part in this developmental organization is an example of ______________.
A) intercultural competence
B) global citizenship activism
C) multiculturalism
D) global competence

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Working for an organization like OXFAM, which focuses on alleviating global poverty and injustice, is an example of global citizenship activism. This is because it involves actively participating in efforts to address global issues and promote a more equitable world.

Question 17

The process whereby a language that was once commonly used in a speech community gradually disappears is referred to as_________________.
A) linguistic extension
B) language death
C) both a and b
D) neither a nor b

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Question 18

Lily possesses ___________________, that is, she possesses an appreciation of the com-plexity in the world, has effective intercultural conflict management skills, and under-stands the interconnectedness between humans.
A) perceptual understanding
B) global competency
C) second language fluency
D) cultural knowledge

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Global competency encompasses an understanding of complex global issues, the ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures, and an appreciation for the interconnectedness of the world's systems. This matches the description given in the question.

Question 19

Effective intercultural communicators display _______ (the ability to adapt to new situations), ______________(a strong sense of self and are socially relaxed), and _____________ (an understanding of how people of different cultures think and act).
A) personality strength; cultural awareness; psychological adjustment
B) cultural awareness; psychological adjustment; personality strength
C) psychological adjustment; cultural awareness; personality strength
D) psychological adjustment; personality strength; cultural awareness

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Effective intercultural communicators need psychological adjustment (the ability to adapt to new situations), personality strength (a strong sense of self and are socially relaxed), and cultural awareness (an understanding of how people of different cultures think and act).

Question 20

Max, a second language speaker of English from Botswana, is conversing appropriately and effectively in the language with Sam, an Australian first language speaker of English. According to Michael Byram, Max possesses __________________.
A) intercultural competence
B) intercultural communicative competence
C) global competence
D) global mindedness

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Intercultural communicative competence, as defined by Michael Byram, refers to the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately in intercultural situations based on one's intercultural knowledge, skills, and attitudes. Max's ability to converse appropriately and effectively with Sam, who is from a different cultural and linguistic background, demonstrates this competence.

Quiz 11: Language, Interculturality, and Global Citizenship

Define global citizenship and discuss the traits and characteristics of global citizens.

Identify and briefly explain the core elements in the global competence model.

Define the term 'intercultural communicative competence' and describe the components associated with this construct.

Explain what is meant by 'the intercultural speaker' or 'intercultural mediator'. Provide examples.

Explain the difference between 'culture-specific' and 'culture-general' approaches to inter-cultural education. Provide examples of each.

Briefly discuss the relationship between second language proficiency and intercultural competence.

Several models of intercultural competence/sensitivity are discussed in the text. Choose one and describe its components.

Identify and describe five requisite competencies for individuals in today's global society.

Describe four ways to enhance one's intercultural competence and intercultural/global citizenry.

Explain why intercultural competence is best viewed as a lifelong process.

Within democratic states, _ involves ___.

In Morais and Ogden's conceptual model of global citizenship, the core elements are_____________.

Instead of perceiving themselves as solely connected to a(n) , global citizens have _.

The attributes of a global citizen include _______________.

______ are concerned with the right to choose the language one speaks in public places, whereas _ encompasses the shared values and attitudes necessary for peaceful coexistence among humans.

Cassandra has decided to work for OXFAM after she graduates as she hopes to make a dif-ference in the world. Actively taking part in this developmental organization is an example of ______________.

The process whereby a language that was once commonly used in a speech community gradually disappears is referred to as_________________.

Lily possesses ___________________, that is, she possesses an appreciation of the com-plexity in the world, has effective intercultural conflict management skills, and under-stands the interconnectedness between humans.

Effective intercultural communicators display _ (the ability to adapt to new situations) , (a strong sense of self and are socially relaxed) , and _____ (an understanding of how people of different cultures think and act) .

Max, a second language speaker of English from Botswana, is conversing appropriately and effectively in the language with Sam, an Australian first language speaker of English. According to Michael Byram, Max possesses __________________.

Quiz 11: Language, Interculturality, and Global Citizenship

Define global citizenship and discuss the traits and characteristics of global citizens.

Identify and briefly explain the core elements in the global competence model.

Define the term 'intercultural communicative competence' and describe the components associated with this construct.

Explain what is meant by 'the intercultural speaker' or 'intercultural mediator'. Provide examples.

Explain the difference between 'culture-specific' and 'culture-general' approaches to inter-cultural education. Provide examples of each.

Briefly discuss the relationship between second language proficiency and intercultural competence.

Several models of intercultural competence/sensitivity are discussed in the text. Choose one and describe its components.

Identify and describe five requisite competencies for individuals in today's global society.

Describe four ways to enhance one's intercultural competence and intercultural/global citizenry.

Explain why intercultural competence is best viewed as a lifelong process.

Within democratic states, _______________ involves _________________.

In Morais and Ogden's conceptual model of global citizenship, the core elements are_____________.

Instead of perceiving themselves as solely connected to a(n) ________________, global citizens have _________________.

The attributes of a global citizen include _______________.

______________ are concerned with the right to choose the language one speaks in public places, whereas _________ encompasses the shared values and attitudes necessary for peaceful coexistence among humans.

Cassandra has decided to work for OXFAM after she graduates as she hopes to make a dif-ference in the world. Actively taking part in this developmental organization is an example of ______________.

The process whereby a language that was once commonly used in a speech community gradually disappears is referred to as_________________.

Lily possesses ___________________, that is, she possesses an appreciation of the com-plexity in the world, has effective intercultural conflict management skills, and under-stands the interconnectedness between humans.

Effective intercultural communicators display _______ (the ability to adapt to new situations) , ______________(a strong sense of self and are socially relaxed) , and _____________ (an understanding of how people of different cultures think and act) .

Max, a second language speaker of English from Botswana, is conversing appropriately and effectively in the language with Sam, an Australian first language speaker of English. According to Michael Byram, Max possesses __________________.

Within democratic states, _ involves ___.

Instead of perceiving themselves as solely connected to a(n) , global citizens have _.

______ are concerned with the right to choose the language one speaks in public places, whereas _ encompasses the shared values and attitudes necessary for peaceful coexistence among humans.

Effective intercultural communicators display _ (the ability to adapt to new situations) , (a strong sense of self and are socially relaxed) , and _____ (an understanding of how people of different cultures think and act) .