Question 1

Cultures all hold values and principles that are commonly shared and communicated:

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A)  specifically through the education system.
B)  from older members to younger ones.
C)  via intrapersonal communication.
D)  before a person is initiated into a group or community.
E)  only among valued members.F) A) and B)
G) B) and D)

Question 2

_____ are often framed in terms of how people are governed,and the extent to which they may participate.

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A)  Legal systems
B)  Economic systems
C)  Political systems
D)  Ethical systems
E)  Technical systemsF) B) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 3

A political state in which there is no government is known as an) :

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A)  monarchy.
B)  anarchy.
C)  democracy.
D)  Communist rule.
E)  totalitarian system.F) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 4

_____ are nonverbal representations of communication.

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A)  Beliefs
B)  Artifacts
C)  Traditions
D)  Attitudes
E)  ValuesF) A) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 5

This denies cultural,racial,ethnic,socioeconomic,and many other valuable,insightful differences.

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A)  Reciprocity
B)  Group communication
C)  Assume similarity
D)  Social penetration theory
E)  ArtifactsF) A) and D)
G) B) and D)

Question 6

Which of the following statements is true regarding civil law?

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A)  It draws from an English tradition.
B)  The judge interprets the law and considers the concept of precedent,or previous decisions.
C)  It naturally adapts to changes in technology and modern contexts as precedents accumulate.
D)  It involves more interpretation that can produce conflict with multiple views on the application of the law in question.
E)  The rules are spelled out in detail,and judges are responsible for applying the law to the given case.F) B) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 7

Cultures share a common sense of purpose and mission.Explain Cultures share a common sense of purpose and mission.Why are we here and whom do we serve?

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Question 8

List effective strategies for living and working abroad.

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Question 9

Cultural viewpoint is not an either/or dichotomy,but rather a continuum or range.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

When living abroad:

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A)  stay close to your living quarters at all times.
B)  surround yourself with similar expats.
C)  learn new ways to get the job done.
D)  avoid traveling to surrounding villages,or across neighboring borders.
E)  avoid carrying vaccination records,birth certificates,or business documents.F) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 11

_____ is a more fluid approach to scheduling time,where several things can be done at once,and each may have different levels of importance and urgency.

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Question 12

Which of the following statements is true regarding uncertainty?

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A)  As uncertainty decreases,nonverbal displays of affiliation also begin to decrease.
B)  Higher levels of uncertainty are associated with an increase in the indication of liking the other person.
C)  When experiencing high levels of uncertainty,we tend to ask fewer questions.
D)  When experiencing high levels of uncertainty,the communication interaction is not as personal or intimate.
E)  When experiencing high levels of uncertainty,communication will feature lower levels of reciprocity.F) A) and C)
G) A) and D)

Question 13

Long-term orientation:

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A)  is often marked by persistence,thrift,and frugality.
B)  values immediate results.
C)  places greater emphasis on reciprocation of greetings and rewards.
D)  gives importance to personal representation and honor.
E)  separates the individual from the family.F) C) and D)
G) B) and D)

Question 14

Individuals returning to their home country after a foreign assignment may experience reentry shock.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The acculturation process begins with initial elation.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Mass culture refers to

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A)  The messages create and received through mass media.
B)  The opposition to mass media.
C)  The representation of mass media.
D)  The message that describe mass media.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 17

Which of the following statements is true regarding implicit-rule cultures?

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A)  Expectations are clearly stated.
B)  A person from outside the culture can easily understand the rules of the context.
C)  Such cultures are often more intolerant of deviation from the rules.
D)  The guidelines and agenda for a meeting are announced prior to the gathering as people are generally unaware of the role each member plays.
E)  Rules are often understood and communicated nonverbally.F) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Question 18

Short-term orientation:

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A)  is found among Native American cultures.
B)  is marked by a sense of shame for the family and community.
C)  values personal stability and consistency.
D)  focuses on relationships based on age and status.
E)  downplays familiarity and predictability.F) C) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 19

Time,space,gestures,and gender roles cannot be studied,if we lack a larger understanding of the entire culture.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A tip is usually a

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A)  A good idea.
B)  A bad idea.
C)  A monetary reward,sometimes in addition to a standard payment,for a service or action.
D)  A good idea,sometimes in addition to a standard payment,for a service or action.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Exam 18: Intercultural and International Business Communication

Short-term orientation:

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Cultural viewpoint is not an either/or dichotomy,but rather a continuum or range.

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_____ are often framed in terms of how people are governed,and the extent to which they may participate.

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Which of the following statements is true regarding civil law?

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Mass culture refers to

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_____ are nonverbal representations of communication.

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The acculturation process begins with initial elation.

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Individuals returning to their home country after a foreign assignment may experience reentry shock.

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List effective strategies for living and working abroad.

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_____ is a more fluid approach to scheduling time,where several things can be done at once,and each may have different levels of importance and urgency.

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Time,space,gestures,and gender roles cannot be studied,if we lack a larger understanding of the entire culture.

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Long-term orientation:

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