Roger and James meet and introduce themselves. Roger gives James a firm handshake and introduces himself in a rather loud manner. James tends to avoid eye contact by looking away. In fact, his ethnic group considers a firm handshake and direct eye contact to be disrespectful. However, Roger seems to consider this lack of eye contact to mean that James lacks interest in their conversation. Roger is most likely a(n)___________, while James is most likely a(n):

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Roger's behavior aligns with common cultural norms among White Americans, where a firm handshake and direct eye contact are seen as signs of confidence and respect. James' behavior suggests he comes from a culture where such actions are considered disrespectful, which is a perspective often found in Native American cultures.

Roger and James Meet and Introduce Themselves