What is intercultural communication primarily about?

• Learning new languages

• Sharing memes online

• The exchange of ideas, beliefs, and values across cultures

• Avoiding interactions with other cultures

• Limiting communication to one's own cultural group

Why is intercultural communication important in today's world?

• It helps people avoid learning new cultures

• It improves economic and cultural growth

• It discourages globalization

• It helps people communicate only in their native language

• It isolates communities from each other

When did the study of intercultural communication begin in the United States?

• 1959

• 1946

• 1972

• 2000

• 1920

Which intercultural communication theory studies culture through six dichotomies?

• Social Science Theory

• Interpretive Theory

• Dialectical Theory

• Critical Theory

• Linguistic Theory

What is one of Edward T. Hall's main contributions to intercultural communication?

• He introduced the concept of 'internet language'

• He established the Foreign Service Institute

• He defined culture as a communication process

• He rejected anthropological perspectives

• He focused only on verbal communication

Which of the following is NOT a skill required for effective intercultural communication?

• Empathy

• Identity maintenance

• Prejudice

• Behavioral flexibility

• Message skills

Which of the following is a common challenge in intercultural communication?

• Use of jargon

• Increased tolerance

• Greater cultural awareness

• Improved language skills

• Enhanced negotiation abilities

What does 'noise' refer to in intercultural communication?

• Background music in a conversation

• Any factor that disrupts communication

• Only loud sounds

• People speaking different languages

• A strong accent

What is an example of non-verbal intercultural communication?

• Writing an email

• Giving a speech

• Using gestures and body language

• Speaking in different dialects

• Learning a foreign language

How does ethnocentrism affect intercultural communication?

• It promotes understanding

• It makes communication easier

• It helps in learning new languages

• It hinders effective communication by promoting cultural superiority

• It increases cultural competence