Test Lecture 6 Understanding culture.

What is the origin of the word 'culture'?

• • a) Greek word for "education"

• • b) Latin word for "to till"

• • c) French word for "society"

According to Edward T. Hall, culture is primarily a form of:

• • a) Knowledge

• • b) Communication

• • c) Religion

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of culture?

• • a) Culture is shared

• • b) Culture is static

• • c) Culture is learned

What does 'ethnocentrism' mean?

• • a) Belief that all cultures are equal

• • b) Belief that one’s own culture is superior

• • c) Belief in multiple cultural identities

The three levels of cultural components are:

• • a) Inner core, outer layer, and religious system

• • b) Core values, intermediate layer, and outer institutions

• • c) Inner core, intermediate layer, and outer layer

Which of the following is a source of miscommunication in cross-cultural exchanges?

• • a) Open communication

• • b) Assumption of similarities

• • c) Similar family structures

Which layer of culture includes political, health, and educational systems?

• • a) Inner core

• • b) Intermediate layer

• • c) Outer layer

What is an example of a subculture?

• • a) Language patterns of a community

• • b) A small, distinct cultural group within a larger culture

• • c) The dominant culture of a country

How can cross-cultural communication help in today’s world?

• • a) It promotes uniformity in behavior

• • b) It enhances effective cooperation

• • c) It eliminates cultural differences

What is a 'cultural universal'?

• • a) Traits that are specific to only one culture

• • b) Activities common to all people in social groups

• • c) Beliefs unique to Western culture