Listening Practice

What was Michael’s trip around the world like?

• Boring

• Amazing

• Difficult

• Stressful

What did Michael learn about different cultures?

• People behave the same everywhere

• Certain behaviors can be considered good or bad in different places

• Cultural differences are unimportant

• Only food customs vary between cultures

What example did Michael give about eating habits?

• It’s polite to eat quietly in every country

• Eating habits are consistent across all countries

• Making noise while eating is polite in some cultures but rude in others

• Only children make noise when eating

What does Michael say about wearing shoes inside homes?

• In some cultures, you must remove your shoes before entering homes

• It’s acceptable to wear shoes inside in all cultures

• It’s always rude to wear shoes inside

• Everyone wears shoes everywhere, regardless of customs

What is the cultural norm regarding being late in some South American countries?

• It’s generally rude to be late

• Arriving on time is preferred in all cultures

• It’s acceptable to arrive about an hour after the scheduled start time

• Being early is considered the best practice

How did Michael avoid offending anyone during his trip?

• He ignored local customs entirely

• He copied the behaviors of local people

• He always asked locals for permission

• He maintained his own customs regardless of the situation

Michael found it easy to navigate all the cultural differences he encountered.

• TRUE

• FALSE

In some cultures, making noise while eating is viewed as a sign of enjoyment.

• TRUE

• FALSE

If you could visit any country to learn about its culture, which would you choose and what specific customs would you like to explore?

In your opinion, what is the most surprising cultural difference you've learned about?