Intercultural Communication

Which concept describes the "worldwide integration of humanity" and the phenomenon where everyone is constantly connected globally?

• Ethnocentrism

• Globalization

• Cultural Relativism

• High-Context Culture

In Edward Hall's cultural dimensions, which type of culture relies heavily on non-verbal cues and implicit communication?

• Low-context culture

• High-context culture

• Individualist culture

• Collectivist culture

What term refers to a preference for lighter skin tones, associating it with attractiveness and higher social status in the Philippines?

• Ethnocentrism

• Cultural bias

• Language identity

• Power distance

According to Hofstede's dimensions, what does "power distance" measure in a culture?

• The degree of individualism

• Acceptance of unequal power distribution

• Tendency to prioritize relationships

• Preference for implicit communication

Which of the following cultures is considered a high-context culture?

• North America

• West Germany

• Japan

• Scandinavia

What is the primary characteristic of low-context cultures as defined by Edward Hall?

• Reliance on non-verbal cues

• Emphasis on stable relationships

• Explicit and direct communication

• Prioritization of public image

In the context of globalization, what role does effective communication play in workplaces?

• Maintaining cultural homogeneity

• Facilitating understanding in multicultural environments

• Preserving local customs

• Avoiding conflicts through isolation

Which type of bias often leads to unfair assumptions or judgments about individuals with regional accents in the Philippines?

• Ethnocentrism

• Language proficiency bias

• Cultural relativism

• High-context tendencies

What is the main difference between ethnocentrism and cultural relativism?

• Ethnocentrism judges based on one's culture, while cultural relativism understands cultures on their own terms.

• Ethnocentrism promotes global understanding, while cultural relativism creates division.

• Ethnocentrism focuses on high-context traits, while cultural relativism ignores context.

• Ethnocentrism avoids cultural bias, while cultural relativism promotes cultural superiority.

Which concept explains why certain languages or accents are considered more professional in the Philippine context?

• Power distance

• Cultural bias

• Ethnocentrism

• Global village