Question 1

Many people in Central America have a preference for gender-specific roles (e.g., men should be primary bread winners and women are responsible for the family). They probably have a(n) _____ value orientation.

Accepted Answer

The preference for gender-specific roles, where men are seen as the primary breadwinners and women are responsible for the family, aligns with a masculine value orientation. This orientation emphasizes traditional gender roles and the importance of achievement, assertiveness, and material success.

Question 2

Cultures whose members participate in religions like Hinduism and Buddhism, which emphasize virtue, tenacity, and perseverance, have a _____ orientation toward life.

Accepted Answer

Hinduism and Buddhism emphasize virtues, tenacity, and perseverance, which align with a long-term orientation toward life, focusing on the importance of future rewards and spiritual growth over immediate gratification.

Question 3

Jeremy is always polite and courteous to his instructors at school but tends to be a bit rowdy with his friends at a party. This difference in Jeremy's communication illustrates the importance of _____ in determining behavior and communication.

Accepted Answer

Jeremy's behavior illustrates the importance of context in determining behavior and communication, as his manner changes depending on whether he is at school or with friends at a party.

Question 4

Our sense of familiarity and comfort within our own cultures is known as _____.

Accepted Answer

Embodied ethnocentrism refers to the natural comfort and familiarity we feel within our own cultures, often leading to a preference for one's own cultural norms and practices over those of other cultures.

Question 5

_____ refers to acting or presenting oneself in a specific way so as to accomplish some goal.

Accepted Answer

Performative refers to the act of presenting oneself in a specific manner to achieve a particular goal, often in the context of social interactions or presentations.

Question 6

A research method where writers examine their own life experiences to discover broader cultural insights is known as:

Accepted Answer

Autoethnography is a research method where researchers use their personal experiences to understand and represent a cultural phenomenon, making it the correct choice.

Question 7

_____ is a cultural variability dimension that reflects a subjective feeling of happiness.

Accepted Answer

Indulgence versus restraint is the cultural dimension that reflects a society's tendency to allow relatively free gratification of basic and natural human desires related to enjoying life and having fun, which closely relates to the subjective feeling of happiness.

Question 8

_____ is a specialized area of study whereby interpretive scholars analyze verbal and nonverbal activities that have symbolic significance for the members of cultural groups to understand the rules and patterns followed by the groups.

Accepted Answer

Ethnography of communication is the correct answer because it specifically focuses on analyzing both verbal and nonverbal communication within cultural groups to understand their symbolic meanings and the rules and patterns of communication within those groups.

Question 9

Interpretive scholars view culture as shared and learned and tend to focus on the:

Accepted Answer

Interpretive scholars emphasize understanding the contextual patterns of communication behavior, as they view culture as shared and learned through interactions and communication within specific contexts.

Question 10

In the context of the role of perception in cultural patterns, in contrast to Asians, North European cultural groups:

Accepted Answer

North European cultural groups tend to be more abstract in their communication and thought processes, emphasizing coherent explanations and logical reasoning, in contrast to some Asian cultures that may focus more on context, relationships, and holistic views.

Question 11

People in collectivist societies tend to value direct communication and active conflict resolution styles in order to maintain the group.

Accepted Answer

People in collectivist societies often value indirect communication and harmony, avoiding direct conflict to maintain group cohesion and relationships.

Question 12

Groups with the most power determine what the acceptable communication system of an entire society will be.

Accepted Answer

The groups with the most power in a society often set norms and standards, including what forms of communication are deemed acceptable, as they have the resources and influence to shape cultural and societal norms.

Question 13

People of different ages, genders, physical abilities, or sexual orientations have relatively equal access to power in the United States.

Accepted Answer

Despite progress in various areas, systemic inequalities persist in the United States, affecting access to power and resources across different demographics such as age, gender, physical abilities, and sexual orientation.

Question 14

People tend to communicate the same way regardless of the setting or the people with whom they are speaking.

Accepted Answer

People often adjust their communication style based on the setting (formal vs. informal) and the audience (friends, family, colleagues) to ensure their message is understood and appropriate.

Question 15

People who value quality of life, service to others, and support for the unfortunate tend to have a masculine value orientation.

Accepted Answer

People who value quality of life, service to others, and support for the unfortunate tend to have a feminine value orientation, focusing on care, community, and cooperation rather than the competitive, achievement-oriented traits often associated with a masculine value orientation.

Question 16

A culture whose members believe that less hierarchy is better and that power should be used only for legitimate purposes tends to have a low power distance orientation.

Accepted Answer

In cultures with low power distance orientation, people believe in minimizing hierarchical differences, and power is expected to be used in a justified manner, emphasizing equality and participative decision-making.

Question 17

Great Britain, Hong Kong, and the United States have low levels of uncertainty avoidance.

Accepted Answer

Great Britain, Hong Kong, and the United States are characterized by lower levels of uncertainty avoidance, indicating a cultural comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to take risks without needing extensive rules and regulations.

Question 18

Forces that attempt to change or retain existing social structures contribute to the political context.

Accepted Answer

Forces that attempt to change or retain existing social structures are indeed a significant part of the political context, as they influence policy decisions, governance styles, and the overall direction of societal development.

Question 19

Most people in the United States believe that man is essentially evil because we are interested not in rehabilitation, but in punishment of criminal offenders.

Accepted Answer

The belief that most people in the United States think man is essentially evil is an oversimplification and not accurate. Public opinion on human nature varies widely, and attitudes towards criminal justice involve complex factors including beliefs about rehabilitation, deterrence, and societal protection, not just punishment.

Question 20

The most common form of activity in the United States seems to involve a "doing"
orientation.

Accepted Answer

American culture highly values productivity and action, often emphasizing a "doing" orientation over a "being" orientation. This is reflected in societal norms, work ethic, and the emphasis on achievement and activity.

Quiz 3: Culture, Communication, Context, and Power

Many people in Central America have a preference for gender-specific roles (e.g., men should be primary bread winners and women are responsible for the family) . They probably have a(n) _____ value orientation.