Chapter 4

1. Which of the following best describes the importance of understanding cultural differences in international business?

• A) To avoid formalities and save time in communication

• B) To ensure respectful and effective interactions across different cultures

• C) To standardize business interactions globally

• D) To adopt a casual approach in all business dealings

2. Which statement best reflects the cultural differences in the perception of personal and work life?

• A)In cultures valuing group harmony, like Japan and China, there is often a blend between personal and work life.

• B) In all cultures, personal matters are kept strictly separate from work life.

• C) Western countries encourage employees to discuss personal issues at work to promote group harmony.

• D) Personal breaks such as lunch and coffee breaks are considered work time in most cultures worldwide.

3.How many functions of Group Communication?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 6

4. Face can be:

• a. Individual

• b. Collective

• C. Both A and B

• D. None of above

5. Which of the following statements is true about hierarchical societies?

• A. They have few levels, allowing for easy social mobility.

• B. Social status is primarily determined by birth, with limited movement between levels.

• C. They are typically found in democratic countries.

6. In horizontal social organization, social mobility is primarily determined by merit rather than birth.

• True

• False

7.Communication styles differ based on whether one has an independent or interdependent self.

• True

• False

8.In collectivism society, when one makes a mistake, the blame will be only referred to that person.

• True

• False

9. Feeling indebted to others is always comfortable, regardless of cultural norms.

• True

• False

10. In traditional societies, older individuals are often accorded respect due to their perceived knowledge and life experience.

• True

• False