Unlock 3 2nd Ed Unit 4

In Brazil, why would people probably be suspicious of an expensive gift?

• because they are used to receiving cheap ones

• as they might think you are trying to force them to do something (like a bribe)

• since dark colours are related to dying.

Why shouldn't you move away if a Brazilian touches you during a conversation?

• it's considered to be rude

• they will think you are ill

• they may think that you are being aggressive

Why would Japanese business people want to know your position in a company?

• as they like to collect business cards

• since they are nosy

• because hierarchy is important in their culture

Why do you think it is important to greet the oldest person first in Saudi Arabia?

• as status is impotant

• due to family values

• to show you are serious

What can be a negative result of a cultural misunderstanding?

• not finding out about another culture

• avoiding running into trouble

• you can cause offense and your relationship can suffer