Embracing Cultural Differences

What would happen if you went to India and asked a yes/no question?

• Nothing. Their non-lingual language is the same as ours.

• I could get confused because their yes/no gestures are ambiguous.

• Indian people nod their head when they express "no".

And what would happen if you asked a yes/no question in Bulgaria?

• In Bulgaria, people shake their head when expressing "yes" and nod their head when expressing "no". The same thing but opposite!

• Most people would give you a long answer.

• Bulgarian would express themselves in the same way.

What would you have to do when introducing yourself in Japan?

• I would say my name and surnames.

• I would say my name and my country of origin.

• I would say my name and my age.

Would it be a good idea to give flowers in China?

• Sure! Flowers are associated with love and respect.

• It would be offensive because Chinese people only give flowers at funerals.

• It would be a nice idea because Chinese people love decorating their houses with vases with flowers.

What would happen if you made the "OK" gesture in Turkey?

• They would think that everything is OK.

• They would look at the sky.

• It would be considered extremely rude!

If you were in Germany, how would people feel if you stared at them?

• They would feel flattered.

• They would feel cute.

• They would feel annoyed.