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Intercultural Competence Quiz - True/False

Intercultural Competence Quiz - True/False. TRUE. Scandinavians are more tolerant to silent breaks in conversations Laughter in Japan can be a sign of confusion, insecurity or embarrassment Wearing gloves in Russia when shaking hands is considered polite

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Intercultural Competence Quiz - True/False

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  1. Intercultural Competence Quiz - True/False TRUE • Scandinavians are more tolerant to silent breaks in conversations • Laughter in Japan can be a sign of confusion, insecurity or embarrassment • Wearing gloves in Russia when shaking hands is considered polite • Leaving right after dinner in Central America is considered well-mannered as it means you’ve been well fed • In Sub-Saharan Africa it is normal to arrive half an hour late for dinner • If you tell your female friend from Africa that she’s put on weight during her holiday, it means she’s had a good holiday and is physically healthier than when she left • It is seen as polite to not accept an offer of food or drink in Persia immediately on being offered it, instead you should refuse a few times TRUE FALSE TRUE TRUE TRUE TRUE http://skill-assessment.suite101.com/article.cfm/quiz_on_intercultural_competence

  2. Cultural Competence in Gift Giving • Match the occasion when a gift is absolutely required with the country • January 1 and July 15 United Arab Emirate • Every stage of a deal Nicaragua • Secretarial services Japan • Your Singaporean client looks stricken when he sees the gorgeous hand-tooled cowhide boots you had made especially for him. What happened? • In Asia, the recipient of a gift will place it aside rather than opening it in the presence of the giver • Flower Etiquette • In Brazil, purple flowers are a symbol of friendship • White flowers are appropriate for your friend from El Salvador • An even number of flowers is necessary for your Japanese associate • An odd number of flowers is best for your Chinese friend • Be sure to give dahlias or chrysanthemums to your friends from Spain • And don’t forget the yellow flowers for your friend from Mexico He is probably a practicing Hindu TRUE ALL FALSE American Way magazine and assessment.suite101.com/article.cfm/quiz_on_intercultural_competence

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