International business quiz 3

Understanding how cultural differences across and within nations affect the way business is practiced is known as Blank______ literacy.

cross cultural

There is a need for every business in the international marketplace to understand the prevailing culture in the countries that they are doing business in. This is known as

cross cultural literacy

One advantage of individualism in business is a(n)

high level of entrepreneurial activity.

A caste system is a type of social structure that divides people on the basis of Blank______.

inherited social status

The economic principles of Islam prohibit a bank from paying or receiving Blank______.

interest

In recent years, what has increased society's emphasis on extended social groups?

social media

True or false: Cultures can embrace several nations.

true

In a caste system, change in position is Blank______ during one's lifetime.

usually not possible

The Western media relates Islamic fundamentalists with Blank______, rather than with deeply held religious values.

violence

The vast majority of Christians live in Europe and the Americas. However, Christianity is rapidly growing in which part of the world?

Africa

Which two phrases reflect the economic implications of Islam?

Cannot earn profit through exploitation of others Hold property as trustees, rather than as owners (per Western definition of ownership)

What ethical system emphasizes taking the right actions to attain salvation?

Confucianism

True or false: According to the Koran, the receipt of interest within the banking system is considered suitable for businesses but not individuals.

FALSE

True or false: Folkways are morally-significant actions in everyday life.

FALSE

The religion where followers believe in reincarnation and karma is

Hinduism

What major world religion is based on the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad?

Islam

What is part of the "hidden curriculum" of schools?

Obedience to authority Being on time Respect for others

Buddhism has all the same basic beliefs as Hinduism except for Blank______.

advocacy of extreme ascetic behavior. support for the caste system.

Kerri's grandparents came to the United States from Ireland in the 1930s with just a few dollars in their pocket. They found work when they arrived and five years later were able to buy a home and build their savings. Their change in social stratification reflects the Blank______ system.

class

The Blank______ system is a less rigid form of social stratification than the Blank______ system.

class; caste

Class Blank______ is one's perception of their social or economic rank in society.

consciousness

A system of values and norms that are shared among a group of people and that when taken together constitute a design for living is called BLANK

culture

When the new neighbors moved in, Naghma told her family it would be appropriate for them to make a batch of cookies and take them over to the neighbors and introduce themselves. This social convention is an example of a(n) Blank______.

folkway

In Japan, most people perceive themselves to be middle class; therefore, class background has Blank______ impact on business operations.

less

In a given society, the extent to which people can move up and down the class system is known as social BLANK

mobility

Hindus believe that an individual can achieve a state of complete spiritual perfection known as Blank______ by practicing material and physical self-denial

nirvana

There is a Blank______ one-to-one relationship between a society and a nation-state.

non strict

The movement of the members of a particular society in terms of their social status from one group to another is an example of

social mobility.

The basic social organization of a society is known as social Blank______.

structure

What is considered appropriate personal space when conducting business in the United States?

5-8 feet

The religion where followers try to achieve nirvana or spiritual enlightenment is Blank______.

Buddhism

What are three of the determinants of culture?

Economic philosophy Political philosophy Social structure

Culture that is defined as a system of values and norms that are shared among a group of people and that when taken together constitute a design for living stems from the work of which expert?

Hofstede

When discussing Islam, the Koran actually promotes Blank______.

free enterprise

A system of shared beliefs and rituals based on sacred thought is the definition of Blank______.

religion

One reason for the rise of Islamic fundamentalism is the response to social pressures in traditional Islamic societies brought on by

the influence of Western thought.

According to Islam, worldly gain and temporal power are BLANK

an illusion

The Blank______ of a society refers to how it is organized in terms of its values, norms, and societal relationships.

social structure

True or False: While religion can influence the values and norms of society, the values and norms of society can also impact religion.

true

Which Christian organization accounts for more than half of its members?

roman catholic

All societies are divided on a hierarchical basis into social categories called Blank______.

social strata

Individualism may result in a high degree of managerial mobility which might help a person increase his or her salary but can also result in a manager with Blank______.

a lack of experience

What are the four principles of social stratification?

Social stratification is generally universal. Social stratification is a trait of society. Social stratification carries over to the next generation. Social stratification involves beliefs as well as inequality,

Mallory grew up in a rural community and she knows that even though she has a master's degree in finance, she will always be considered a "country bumpkin" in her society. Her thoughts reflect the idea of Blank______.

class consciousness

The Blank______ degree of social mobility in the U.S. limits the impact of class background on business operations.

high

A(n) Blank______ consists of at least two individuals who have a shared sense of identity and interact in structured ways.

group

______ refers to a system of shared beliefs related to the realm of the sacred.

religion

In parts of Canada, you will find both English-speaking communities and French-speaking communities. This illustrates that language helps shape the way people perceive the world, and it also helps define Blank______.

culture

When the new neighbors moved in, Naghma told her family it would be appropriate for them to make a batch of cookies and take them over to the neighbors and introduce themselves. This social convention is an example of a(n) Blank______.

Folkway