INTZ Cultural Dimensions

What is the primary focus of people in individualistic cultures regarding family?

• Looking after themselves and their immediate family

• Looking after the extended family and clan

• Prioritizing group loyalty over personal needs

• Sharing all resources with the community

In high power distance cultures, what is expected of those in higher positions regarding those in their charge?

• They have an obligation to look after those in their charge

• They should minimize inequalities

• They should downplay their authority

• They should earn respect only through merit

Which of the following statements is true about "Cooperative-Quality of Life" cultures?

• High job stress is less prevalent

• Achievement is most important

• Control and power are used to achieve goals

• Money and material things are important

Which of the following best describes expressive emotional expression?

• People openly display what they are thinking or feeling.

• People remain calm and in control of themselves.

• It is difficult to read people’s emotions.

• Understatement is admired.

What is a characteristic of diffuse involvement in relationships?

• Relationships are only formed over time and invariably involve high commitment.

• Relationships can be formed quickly and without high commitment.

• Communication is direct and informal.

• People generally appear relaxed when meeting someone for the first time.

Which of the following is associated with an internal locus of control?

• People have a strong drive to control the external environment.

• People are comfortable with natural cyclical changes.

• There is a strong religious influence over life.

• People accept destiny and fate.

How do people with an internal locus of control typically respond to natural events?

• They feel frustration and discomfort.

• They accept them as uncontrollable.

• They see them as part of destiny.

• They are comfortable with cyclical changes.

Which type of involvement is characterized by relationships that are friendly and can be formed quickly?

• Specific involvement

• Diffuse involvement

• Expressive involvement

• Neutral involvement

What is admired in cultures with expressive emotional expression?

• Eloquence and emotional hyperbole

• Understatement

• Calmness and control

• Restrained emotions

Which of the following best describes a monochronic approach to time orientation?

• Tasks are completed sequentially, one at a time.

• Many tasks are running at the same time.

• Time cannot be controlled.

• Relationships are more important than schedules.