Business English Midterm Quiz 2

What does "cultural awareness" mean in a business context?

• Speaking multiple languages

• Understanding and respecting cultural differences

• Dominating foreign markets

• Using slang in meetings

Which of the following is an example of a high-context culture?

• Germany

• USA

• Japan

• UK

In low-context cultures, communication is usually:

• Indirect and implicit

• Formal and poetic

• Direct and explicit

• Emotional and vague

In a multicultural business meeting, which behavior shows cultural sensitivity?

• Using idioms and slang

• Dominating the conversation

• Speaking clearly and avoiding jargon

• Interrupting to clarify

What is ethnocentrism?

• Respect for all cultures

• Preference for foreign cultures

• Belief in the superiority of one's own culture

• Study of different traditions

What is a major cultural difference in time orientation?

• Between North and South Korea

• Between Western and Eastern cultures

• Between Latin and German societies

• Between digital and non-digital groups

What is “cultural intelligence” in business?

• Using artificial intelligence for culture

• Ignoring local norms

• Adapting well to different cultural environments

• Promoting a single cultural model

Which gesture is considered rude in some Asian cultures but neutral in Western ones?

• Nodding the head

• Making eye contact

• Pointing with the index finger

• Shaking hands

In cross-cultural negotiations, silence can often mean:

• Disagreement

• Reflection

• Disrespect

• Confusion

Which of the following is a barrier to effective intercultural communication?

• Multilingualism

• Stereotyping

• Eye contact

• Active listening