Good Manners and Cross-Cultural Skills Quiz

Why is it important to learn about good manners in a different culture?

• To avoid learning the language

• To make friends easily

• To function effectively in that culture

• To impress people with your knowledge

What should you say when you want to ask someone to turn off their cellphone?

• Turn off your cellphone!

• Please turn off your cellphone.

• Can you turn off your cellphone?

• Cellphone off, now.

Which phrase is commonly used to apologize for small mistakes?

• Please

• I'm sorry

• Thank you

• Excuse me

What is a polite way to ask for directions?

• Subway location, please.

• Excuse me, could you tell me where the subway is?

• I need to find the subway.

• Where is the subway?

Why is smiling important in social interactions?

• It shows you are nervous

• It indicates you are angry

• It creates a friendly environment

• It makes you look serious

How should you cover your mouth when coughing?

• With your shirt

• With a tissue

• Into your elbow

• With your hand

What should you do when entering a line in an English-speaking country?

• Stand wherever you like

• Find a spot and sneak in

• Ask who is last and stand behind them

• Stand at the front

What is the expected personal space distance in an English-speaking environment?

• Two arm's lengths

• An arm's length

• No specific distance

• Half an arm's length

Why is it important to manage body odor in social settings?

• To show off your perfume collection

• To make people laugh

• To impress others with your scent

• To avoid being talked about negatively

What should you avoid doing with cologne in a professional setting?

• Not using it at all

• Choosing a neutral scent

• Drenching yourself in it

• Using it sparingly