Test Socio Cultural Study

What is cross-cultural communication?

• Communicating within one's own culture

• Sharing food and customs between different countries

• The interaction between people from the same background

• Communication between people of different cultural backgrounds

Which of the following is an example of a non-verbal cultural difference?

• Saying 'thank you' in English

• Shaking hands in Malaysia

• A thumbs-up gesture being rude in Iran

• Wearing uniforms to school

What are values in the context of culture?

• Everyday habits like brushing teeth

• Strong beliefs about what is right or wrong

• Rules enforced by law

• Common greetings in a society

Which term refers to the daily habits or customs we do without thinking, like saying 'thank you'?

• Norms

• Folkways

• Values

• Manners

Which factor is NOT one of the six key elements that shape a culture?

• Political philosophy

• Technology

• Religion

• Education

What is a multi-racial society according to the notes?

• A society with only one dominant ethnic group

• A country that bans immigration

• A country where multiple races live under one leadership

• A place where everyone shares the same language and religion

How did trade contribute to the development of Malaysia's multiracial society?

• It forced people to change their culture

• It led to wars and conflicts

• Traders married locals and formed new communities

• It caused people to migrate back to their home countries

Which of the following best defines 'norms' in a cultural context?

• Traditions shared across countries

• Rules about how to behave in specific situations

• The language spoken in a group

• Political systems of a country

According to Lewis (2002), what is culture?

• Laws enforced by government

• Economic activity of a nation

• A mix of ideas and meanings to make sense of experiences

• Genetic traits passed down through families

Why is cross-cultural understanding important in communication?

• It allows people to avoid learning new languages

• It helps in judging other cultures

• It prevents any cultural exchange

• It reduces misunderstandings and promotes respect