Culture and Manners: A Guide to Customs and Etiquette for 6th Graders

Question 1

In some countries, people greet each other with a handshake. What does this gesture usually represent?

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Respect and friendliness

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Approval or agreement

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Submission or apology

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Strength and power

Question 2

When visiting a place of worship, it is important to be aware of local customs and traditions. Which is usually appropriate behavior in a temple?

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Removing your shoes before entering

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Wearing bright and revealing clothing

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Speaking loudly

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Taking pictures inside the temple

Question 3

Imagine you are visiting a country where bowing is a common greeting. How should you respond?

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Bow back respectfully

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Shake their hand firmly

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Hug them warmly

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Avoid eye contact

Question 4

Imagine you are visiting a country where it is customary to take off your shoes before entering a home. What should you do?

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Ask if you need to remove your shoes

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Remove your shoes without asking

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Keep your shoes on

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Explain that you are not comfortable taking off your shoes

Question 5

Which greeting is NOT commonly used in the United States?

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Buenos días

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Hello

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Hi

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Good morning

Question 6

When interacting with people from different cultures, it's important to:

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Respect their customs

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Assume they share your values

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Try to change their behavior to match yours

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Avoid interacting with them altogether

Question 7

What is the most appropriate way to address someone you have just met from another culture?

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Wait for them to indicate their preferred form of address

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Use their first name immediately

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Use a formal title, like 'Mr.' or 'Ms.'

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It depends on where they are from

Question 8

Which of the following is generally considered a polite gesture in many cultures?

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Giving a small gift

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Burping loudly

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Talking over others

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Interrupting frequently

Question 9

When dining at a restaurant in the United States, it is considered polite to:

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Leave a tip

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Burp loudly

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Talk on your phone

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Share your food with strangers

Question 10

Which of these is NOT a reason to visit a doctor in the United States?

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To get your fortune told

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For a checkup

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For a cold

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For a broken leg

Question 11

When visiting a museum in the United States, it is important to:

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Stay on designated paths

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Touch the exhibits

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Speak loudly

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Take pictures with flash

Question 12

Which of these is a way to show respect for the American flag?

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Saluting it

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Burning it

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Stepping on it

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Folding it into a triangle

Question 13

Which of these is NOT a holiday celebrated in the United States?

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Chinese New Year

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Independence Day

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Thanksgiving

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Halloween

Question 14

In the United States, which of the following is the most common way to greet someone?

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Hello

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Namaste

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Konnichiwa

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Bonjour

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of cultural etiquette in the United States?

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Tipping service staff at restaurants

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Eating with chopsticks in all situations

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Removing your shoes before entering a home

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Bowing to show respect

Question 16

When visiting a museum in the United States, it is appropriate to:

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Respect the silence and follow posted rules

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Touch the artwork

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Walk through the exhibits in any direction

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Speak loudly to point out exhibits

Question 17

In the United States, which of the following is generally considered acceptable?

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Giving someone a gift when visiting their home

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Hugging someone you have just met

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Kissing someone on the cheek upon meeting for the first time

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Eating with your hands in all situations

Question 18

Which of the following is a tip for navigating cultural interactions successfully?

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Be open-minded and respectful

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Avoid asking questions about other cultures

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Only interact with people from your own culture

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Assume that everyone thinks and behaves like you

Question 19

In the United States, which of the following is generally considered appropriate?

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Respect personal space

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Cut in line

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Ignore people you don't know

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Speak loudly to get attention

Question 20

Which of the following is a helpful tip for communicating effectively in a culture with a different communication style?

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Be patient and respectful.

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Speak loudly and slowly.

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Use slang and idioms.

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Interrupt others frequently.

Question 21

Why is it crucial to understand the customs and etiquette of a new country before visiting?

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To prevent causing offense or embarrassment

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To learn about the country's history

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To impress the locals

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To navigate the country more easily

Question 22

When addressing an adult in the United States, it is respectful to use:

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Formal titles such as "Mr." or "Ms."

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Their first name.

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Avoid making eye contact.

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Speak loudly so they can hear you better.

Question 23

When visiting a place of worship in the United States, it is important to:

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Be respectful and avoid making noise.

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Take photos of the sacred objects.

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Touch the religious artifacts.

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Dress modestly and cover your head.

Question 24

When interacting with people from different cultures, what is a common challenge that can arise?

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Misinterpreting nonverbal cues

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Learning the language perfectly

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Getting used to different foods

Question 25

When meeting someone for the first time in a formal setting in the US, what is the customary greeting?

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A handshake

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A bow

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A kiss on both cheeks

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A nod of the head

Question 26

When communicating with someone from a different culture, it is important to:

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Be aware of cultural differences

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Use technical language

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Speak loudly and clearly

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Avoid gestures

Question 27

When traveling to a different country, it is a good idea to:

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Research the local customs and etiquette

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Assume everyone speaks English

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Behave in the same way you would at home

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Avoid interacting with locals

Question 28

When greeting someone for the first time in the United States, which custom is considered appropriate?

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Shaking hands

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Hugging

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Bowing

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Waving

Question 29

When having a casual conversation in the United States, it is generally not appropriate to discuss:

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Religion

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The weather

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Current events

Question 30

Which of the following is considered polite behavior in many cultures?

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Covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze

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Burping loudly in public

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Interrupting others while they are speaking

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Pointing at people with your finger

Question 31

When meeting someone for the first time in a formal setting, what is the appropriate way to greet them?

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Shake hands and make eye contact

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Give them a high-five

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Hug them warmly

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Wave and smile from across the room

Question 32

Which of the following is a common communication style in the US?

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Direct and clear

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Indirect and subtle

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Formal and reserved

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Emotional and expressive

Question 33

When talking with someone from a different culture, it is important to:

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Be polite and ask questions if you don't understand something

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Assume their cultural norms are the same as yours

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Try to convince them to change their behavior to fit your own cultural expectations

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Avoid talking about sensitive topics

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a good way to adapt to a new culture?

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Trying to change their culture to fit yours

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Learning about their customs and traditions

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Respecting their differences

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Being open to new experiences

Question 35

When meeting someone for the first time in the United States, which greeting is considered polite?

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A firm handshake

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A warm hug

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A respectful bow

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An enthusiastic wave

Question 36

Which behavior is NOT considered good table manners in the United States?

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Talking while you have food in your mouth

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Chewing with your mouth closed

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Using a napkin to politely wipe your face

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Waiting until everyone is served before starting to eat

Question 37

Which action is considered impolite in the United States?

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Interrupting someone who is speaking

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Asking personal questions

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Using respectful language in formal settings

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Being direct and clear in communication

Question 38

Which value is commonly held in American culture?

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Individualism

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Collectivism

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Fatalism

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Hierarchy

Question 39

When communicating with someone from a different culture, it is essential to:

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Be respectful and open-minded

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Assume they fully understand your customs

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Correct their behavior if it differs from yours

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Avoid discussing topics that could cause offense

Question 40

How do effective communication skills contribute to building cultural understanding and rapport?

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They enable clear and respectful exchange of information.

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They make nonverbal cues unnecessary.

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They guarantee that everyone speaks the same language.

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They eliminate the potential for cultural misunderstandings.

Question 41

When meeting someone new in the United States, it is generally considered polite to:

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Shake hands firmly

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Bow slightly

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Hug warmly

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Avoid making eye contact

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT a common table manner in the United States?

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Burping loudly after eating

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Using a fork and knife to eat

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Placing napkins on one's lap

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Chewing quietly with one's mouth closed

Question 43

Which of the following gestures is considered inappropriate in the US?

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Crossing one's arms over one's chest

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Smiling

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Winking

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Giving the thumbs-up

Question 44

The concept of 'small talk' in the US refers to:

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Brief, casual chats about general topics

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Conversations that focus on personal matters

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Conversations about politics and religion

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Formal discussions about business or important matters

Question 45

When addressing elders or people of authority in the US, it is customary to:

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Use formal titles and respectful language

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Call them by their first names

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Speak loudly and assertively

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Avoid making eye contact

Question 46

In US culture, it is considered appropriate to express disagreement with others:

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Politely and respectfully

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Only in private settings

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Aggressively and forcefully

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Never, as it is seen as rude

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of US dining etiquette?

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Ordering food from multiple restaurants

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Tipping service staff

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Sharing food with others

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Being patient and considerate of others

Question 48

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of good communication in the United States?

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Speaking loudly

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Being direct and assertive

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Using clear and concise language

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Avoiding interrupting

Question 49

In the United States, it is considered polite to:

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Maintain eye contact during a conversation

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Start eating before everyone else

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Speak loudly in public places

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Burp or chew loudly at the table

Question 50

When meeting someone for the first time in the United States, it is appropriate to:

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Shake hands firmly

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Bow and say "Namaste"

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Rub noses together

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Give a high five

Question 51

Which of the following is a common greeting in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Hello

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Bonjour

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Namaste

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Ciao

Question 52

Which of the following is not considered appropriate attire for a formal event in the United States?

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Jeans and a t-shirt

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A suit and tie

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A long dress

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A dressy blouse and skirt

Question 53

What's an example of cultural relativism?

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Accepting that customs and norms vary across cultures

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Judging other cultures based on your own

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Expecting others to follow your values

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Ignoring cultural differences completely

Question 54

When you're in a new country, what's important to do?

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Learn about local customs and traditions

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Assume everyone speaks English

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Ignore cultural differences

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Behave exactly as you would at home