Intercultural Sensitivity Quiz

A traveler learns to switch between cultural behaviors depending on the context and feels a part of multiple cultural identities. This is an example of which stage?

• Adaptation

• Acceptance

• Integration

• Defense

What is the first stage of the Developmental Model of Intercultural Sensitivity (DMIS)?

• Acceptance

• Denial

• Adaptation

• Integration

In which DMIS stage do people view their own culture as superior and may criticize other cultures?

• Adaptation

• Minimization

• Defense

• Integration

A student assumes that 'deep down, all cultures are the same' and ignores cultural differences. Which DMIS stage does this represent?

• Denial

• Minimization

• Acceptance

• Integration

In which stage do individuals begin to recognize and appreciate cultural differences but may still struggle to fully adapt?

• Denial

• Defense

• Acceptance

• Adaptation

A teacher encourages students to learn a second language and practice behaviors from different cultures. This teacher is in which DMIS stage?

• Defense

• Adaptation

• Minimization

• Denial

Which of the following is an example of the 'Denial' stage?

• A person who stereotypes others based on their culture.

• A person who does not recognize that cultural differences exist.

• A person who actively learns a new language to communicate better.

• A person who adapts their behavior to fit into different cultural settings.

Someone says, 'Why do they have to do things differently? Our way is the right way!' Which stage does this statement reflect?

• Denial

• Defense

• Acceptance

• Integration

What is a key characteristic of the 'Adaptation' stage?

• Ignoring cultural differences.

• Viewing one's own culture as superior.

• Adjusting behavior to communicate effectively across cultures.

• Believing that all cultures are the same.

Which of the following statements best reflects the 'Acceptance' stage?

• 'Cultural differences do not really matter.'

• 'I respect different cultural perspectives, even if I don't fully understand them.'

• 'My culture is the best, and others should follow our ways.'

• 'I feel like I belong to multiple cultures and can shift between them.'