U4 Culture Shock and Mediation QUIZ

What is culture shock primarily associated with?

• Political orientation

• Emotional disturbance

• Economic systems

• Geographical differences

Who first coined the term 'culture shock'?

• Bock

• Mumford

• Kalervo Oberg

• Taft

Which of the following is NOT one of the six aspects of culture shock identified by Taft?

• Feelings of deprivation

• Stress from psychological adaptations

• Confusion in self-identity

• Cultural assimilation

What is the first stage of the U-curve hypothesis?

• Adjustment stage

• Disillusionment stage

• Honeymoon stage

• Mastery stage

What does language shock relate to?

• Understanding grammar only

• Cultural differences in language use

• The number of languages spoken

• Language proficiency tests

Which of the following is a symptom of culture shock?

• Increased social interactions

• Excessive washing of hands

• Heightened cultural awareness

• Improved language skills

What is mediation in the context of language learning?

• A method of teaching grammar

• A way to assess language proficiency

• An operation aimed at reducing cultural distance

• A technique for memorizing vocabulary

Which document is NOT mentioned as a reference for mediation strategies?

• Companion Volume with New Descriptors

• Framework for Language Assessment

• Guide for Plurilingual Education

• Common European Framework of Reference

What is the aim of mediating communication?

• To teach grammar rules

• To facilitate understanding between users

• To improve vocabulary retention

• To assess language skills

Which of the following is a strategy for mediating a text?

• Facilitating group discussions

• Conducting language assessments

• Relaying specific information

• Translating spoken language