Intercultural Communication Quiz Answers
Perceptions of self that set you apart from other people and life-forms are a. human identities b. societal identities c. personal identities d. identities of separation e. identities of conformation
a. human identities
The GLOBE study differentiated between two types of collectivism: a. in-group and societal b. in-group and out-group c. ethnic and inter-ethnic d. local and national e. selective and exhaustive
a. in-group and societal
Which of the following is true regarding the nonverbal message value of clothing a. it can convey social and economic status b. moral standard c. belief system d. athletic abilities or interest e. all all of these
e. all of these
What is the most important consideration when choosing an interpreter: a. language knowledge b. dialect knowledge c. specialized terminology d. cultural knowledge e. all of these things
e. all of these things
Which of the following was not among the chief values adopted by early settlers in the United States? a. individuality b. lack of formality c. efficient use of time d. limited government
e. limited government
The definition of communication used in the text includes all of the following ideas except: a. dynamic process b. share thoughts c. using symbols d. general settings e. particular settings
e. particular settings
A good analogy for the relationship between a culture and a group of people would be: a. a car and its driver b. gasoline for an engine c. a mind and its body d. self and brain e. personality and self
e. personality and self
The general intercultural negotiation skills recommended include all of the following except a. avoid and resist ambiguity b. be prepared c. develop sensitivity to the use of time d. listen carefully e. locate areas of agreement
a. avoid and resist ambiguity
The authors refer to being receptive to new information, open to creating new categories, and recgonizing that others may not share your perspective as a. being mindful b. flexhumility c. intercultural awareness d. being-in-becoming e. universal
a. being mindful
The idea that you might talk differently in front of a few people than you might in front of hundreds reflects what characteristic of communication: a. contextual b. source-centered c. dynamic d. symbolic e. receiver-centered
a. contextual
A conviction that one's own culture is superior to all other cultures is known as: a. ethnocentrism b. emulation c. integration d. inclusion
a. ethnocentrism
If you scowl because you are angry, or frown because you are sad, what function of nonverbal communication are you engaged in? a. expressing internal state b. regulating interaction c. repeating d. conforming display e. informing
a. expressing internal states
The three most enduring and influential organizations in culture are: a. family, state, religion b. family, community, nation c. community, nation, religion d. family, community, religion e. state, nation, religion
a. family, state, religion
These fundamental values of Chinese culture are expressed in language: a. collectivism, intra-group harmony, and societal hierarchy b. collectivism, intra-group harmony, societal anarchy c. collectivism, intra-group harmony, reduced emphasis on status d. individualism, state-centeredness, social control e. science, technology, and history
a. collectivism, intra-group harmony, and societal hierarchy
India became free of British colonial rule in this year a. 1947 b. 1885 c. 1904 d. 1989 e. 1843
a. 1947
Example of regional accents in the united states include: a. Northern and Southern b. Australian and Canadian c. English and German d. Coptic and Nordic
a. Northern and Southern
Assertiveness is considered an asset in all of the following cultures except: a. The Philippines b. Israel c. Germany d. U.S. e. none of these
a. The Philippines
How cultural traits "make sense" in that culture's context reflects culture as: a. an integrated system b. internalization c. structuration d. ideation e. perpetuation
a. an integrated system
Cultural generalizations should be considered: a. approximations b.indiscriminately c. on an individual basis d. all of these e. absolute representations
a. approximations
____ involves interaction between people whose cultural perceptions and symbol systems differ enough to alter communication events a. intercultural communication b. internationalization c. globalization d. cultural divides e. Egoism
a. intercultural communication
Identify the correct term that refers to 'a shared set of symbols or signs that a cooperative group of people has mutually agreed to use to help create meaning' a. language b. script c. schemata d. communication e. common mindset
a. language
Which of the following would not be consistent with a worldview of modern spirituality? a. learn to value action b. practice mindfulness c. engage in creative expression d. seek simplicity in lifestyle e. none
a. learn to value action
The state of being just, unbiased, and not influenced by emotions or personal prejudices is also known as: a. objectivity b. relativity c. selflessness d. adjudicating e. mindfulness
a. objectivity
The idea that "self is not innate, but is acquired in the process of communication with others" best describes what use of communication? a. personal perception b. identity c. interpersonal needs d. influence e. control
a. person perception
If you are getting your hair cut, what type of touch will the stylist be likely to use? a. professional b. accidental c. incidental d. social-politeness e. intentional
a. professional
According to Islam, Muhammad is/was the a. prophet of God b. son of God c. son of man d. incarnation of the divine e. fusion of church and state
a. prophet of God
Which of the following is not true about racism? a. racism is not only a problem in the US b. racism is on the rise throughout the world c. racism is driven by culture and economics d. racism is driven by psychology and history e. racism has been present throughout history
a. racism is not only a problem in the US
When a particular group of people are singled out to bear the blame for certain events or circumstances this type of prejudice is caused by: a. scapegoating b. societal sources c. maintaining social identity d. reinforcing cultural identity
a. scapegoating
Collectivist cultures tend to include all of the following except a. the U.S. b. Asian cultures c. Arab cultures d. Latino cultures
a. the U.S.
Muslim's refer to the pre-Islamic era as Jahiliya, which is roughly translated as: a. the age of ignorance b. the great humiliation c. before the dawn d. before the dawn e. the period of waiting
a. the age of ignorance
The definition of culture preferred by the authors includes all of the following concepts except a. the biological parts of human life b. subjective elements c. the non-biological parts of human life d. objective elements e. none of these
a. the biological parts of human life
Which of the following is true about contemporary migration patterns? a. the number of people living outside their country of birth is larger than at any other time in history b. migrants account for approximately 12% of the world population c. affects primarily the social lives of the migrants rather than the families left behind d. none of these
a. the number of people living outside their country of birth is larger than at any other time in history
Perception is considered selective because a. there are too many stimuli competing for the attention of your senses b. life's lessons teach you to see the world in a particular way c. culture teaches you the meaning of most os your experiences d. once you perceive something in a particular manner that interpretation does not usually change
a. there are too many stimuli competing for the attention of your senses
Phinney's three stage model of identity acquisition includes: a. unexamined ethnic identity, ethnic identity search, ethnic achievement b. biological inheritance, ethnic identification, ethnic presentation c. ethnic identification, ethnic clarification, ethnic emancipation d. unexamined ethnic identity, examined ethnic identity, insulated ethnic identity e. biological inheritance, unexamined ethnic identity, examined ethnic identity
a. unexamined ethnic identity, ethnic identity search, ethnic achievement
If you scratch your head because you have an itch, but an observer thinks you are scratching your head because you're confused about something, what type of nonverbal communication has occurred? a. unintentional b. intentional c. emergent d. non-emergent e. none
a. unintentional
Which of the following statements is not true about identities? a. you are constantly acquiring new identities and discarding ole ones b. identities work in isolation rather than in combination with one another c. identity is not a single entity but rather a combination of multiple integrated identities d. culture plays a role in your identity
b. identities work in isolation rather than in combination with one another
Identify which country is not ranked in the top five terms of the cultures emphasis on individualism? a. United States b. Austria c. Great Britain d. Canada e. Netherlands
b. Austria
Differences in spelling between American English and that used in England were the results of a. the natural evolution of language b. a calculated effort c. limited access to dictionaries and other resources in Colonial America d. simple but repeated errors
b. a calculated effort
Culture shock refers to: a. major changes originating within one's home culture b. a mental state experienced by an individual when transitioning between a familiar culture to an unfamiliar culture c. major changes originating outside ones home culture d. the perception that ones home culture is overwhelmed by external cultural forces
b. a mental state experienced by an individual when transitioning between a familiar culture and an unfamiliar culture
When the authors refer to words that mean different things in different language, to what characteristic of communication are they referring? a. communication is contextual b. communication is symbolic c. communication is dynamic d. communication is static e. all of these
b. communication is symbolic
Contemporary social issues facing Japanese society include: a. demographic, economic, and religious changes b. demographic changes, immigration issues, and risk management c. economic changes, immigration issues, and political instability d. social and technological change, political instability e. widespread corruption, technological change, political instability
b. demographic changes, immigration issues, and risk management
What is the preferred term for the group that "generally exercises the greatest influence on beliefs, values, perceptions, communication patterns, and customs of a culture? a. mainstream culture b. dominant culture c. umbrella culture d. meta culture e. mega culture
b. dominant culture
Which of the following would not help teachers communicate empathically? a. attend to student's nonverbal and verbal behavior b. emphasize a competitive climate c. accurately reflect and clarify feelings d. be genuine and congruent e. none of these
b. emphasize a competitive climate
The notion that ones culture is superior to any other is known as: a. egocentric b. ethnocentrism c. supracentrism d. Hellenism e. transnationalism
b. ethnocentrism
If a generalization must be made, it should: a. be supported by a single reputable source b. focus on the primary values and behaviors of a particular culture c. be based on historical account d. based on immediate perceptions e. be plausible
b. focus on the primary values and behaviors of a particular culture
What time orientation do most Americans in the United States favor? a. past b. future c. present d. linearity e. polychromic
b. future
Identify the statement that is not correct about Hinduism a. world's oldest known religion b. highly monolithic c. created before people maintained written records d. originated in what is now northern India e. lacks a single canonical text
b. highly monolithic
According to Minkov, which of the following is associated with flexhumility? a. self-pride b. holistic cognition c. religion is important d. lower value on education e. suicide taboo
b. holistic cognition
International business has been significantly impacted by? a. the increasing importance of national borders b. increased economic interdependence c. increased role of economic dominance d. decreasing number of companies with workers abroad
b. increase economic interdependence
The scientific/biomedical approach to health: a. focuses on subjective diagnosis b. is an evidence-based approach c. assumes poor health is an immaterial problem d. physical phenomenon can be treated using non-material things
b. is a evidence-based approach
Your textbook offers five caveats to keep in mind when studying intercultural communication. Which of the following were NOT included in that list? a. keep in mind the uniqueness of each individual b. keep in mind the benefits of generalizing c. keep in mind the need to be objective d. keep in mind the necessity of compromise
b. keep in mind the benefits of generalizing
The first noble truth in Buddhism is: a. suffering is caused by desire b. life is suffering c. to end suffering you must end desire d. suffering is caused by necessity e. assurance of the future
b. life is suffering
What dimension of nonverbal communication put an increased burden on you whether you are the sender or the receiver? a. nonverbal sensitization b. nonverbal ambiguity c. nonverbal monomorphism d. nonverbal polymorphism e. nonverbal sensitivity
b. nonverbal ambiguity
The invisible bubble that surrounds a person expands a. intimate distance b. personal space c. mobile territory d. variable territory e. transitional territory
b. personal space
A rigid, irrational generalization about a category of people is also referred to as a. stereotyping b. prejudice c. bigotry d. racism e. ethnocentrism
b. prejudice
An example of regional identity would be a/n: a. Italian b. Southerner c. American d. Columbian e. German
b. southerner
The idea that language is a dominant influence in shaping one's worldview and perception of reality is commonly known as a. the synergy of language and culture b. the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis c. the many-world of interpretation d. the perceptual interface e. the linguistic theory of mind
b. the Spir-Whorf hypothesis
What is sometimes referred to as the first multicultural nation in the world? a. the East India Trading Company b. the United States c. Egypt d. Rome e. Islam
b. the United States
The frequent use of the word 'I" in American conversations reflects: a. ethnocentrism b. the cultural value of the individual c. elitism d. the cultural value of collectivism
b. the cultural value of the individual
According to the text, individualism in the American family is linked to a. beliefs regarding the afterlife b. the history of the United States c. World war I d. World war II
b. the history of the United States
Which of the following is not an example of an ascribed identity? a. your ethnic background b. the school you attend c. your birth order in your family d. your gender
b. the school you attend
Cultural expressions of Christianity include all of the following except: a. the importance of community b. the importance of self c. the importance of non-action d. the importance of courage e. assurance of the future
c. the importance of non-action
The division between the beliefs of Sunni and Shiite Muslims are based on: a. the pillar of Islam b. women's rights c. the line of succession in Islam d. interpretations of Sharia law e. radicalization of beliefs
c. the line of succession in Islam
Why are stereotypes pervasive? a. human nature is evil b. natural selection c. the world is simply to complex and dynamic to comprehend in detail d. lack of commingled cultures
c. the world is simply to complex and dynamic to comprehend in detail
When prejudicial attitudes provide some benefit to the person that hold them, what functions do they serve? a. ego-defensive b. reward c. utilitarian d. value-expressive e. knowledge
c. utiliarian
The Spanish invasion of Mexico began in 1519. Approximately what percentage of the native population remained by 1650? a. 50% b. 25% c. 10% d. less than 3% e. the native population was completely eradicated
c. 10%
Which of the following is not true about India? a. fifth largest economy in the world b. 25% of the population live in poverty c. 13% of the population is Hindu d. widespread official corruption e. lack of primary education in many Indian state
c. 13% of the population is Hindu
By 2050, world population growth is expected surpass: a. 5 billion b. 6 billion c. 9 billion d. 15 billion e. 16 billion
c. 9 billion
The Chinese perception of collectivism is deeply rooted in a. Taoism b. Tai Chi c. Confucianism d. Bushido e. Marxism
c. Confucianism
Argot refers to a. information in short-form b. certain common terms c. a private vocabulary d. factoids and other simplified content
c. a private vocabulary
Which of the following is true about agreement gestures? a. they mean the same thing in every culture b.always indicates agreement c. are culturally based d. none of these
c. are culturally based
Which of the following is not one of the three distinctly Russian traits identified in the test? a. patriotism b. Russia should play a role in world affairs c. collectivism d. state-centeredness
c. collectivism
Which of the following is not true about culture: a. culture is transmitted from generation to generation b. culture is based on symbols c. culture does not have boundaries d. culture is an integrated system e. culture is dynamic
c. culture does not have boundaries
A cultures unconscious assumptions about how the world operates is referred to as its': a. subculture b. foundation c. deep structure d. matrix e. protoculture
c. deep structure
Dialect refers to a. pronunciation of shared vocabulary b. someone who speaks two languages c. differences in vocabulary and grammar d. pronunciation of non-shared vocabulary
c. differences in vocabulary and grammar
Prejudicial attitudes like "I didn't get the promotion because they needed to meet affirmative action quota" reflect what function of prejudice? a. value-expressive b. utilitarian c. ego-defensive d. knowledge e. reward
c. ego-defensive
Of the following, which is true about the elderly? a. in the US, the dominant culture has a positive view of aging b. in Latino culture, the elderly have no authority in the family c. for Arab cultures, prestige and power are associated with age d. in Asian cultures, the elderly are rarely sought for advice e. all of these
c. for Arab cultures, prestige and power are associated with age
Researchers have developed classifications to help us understand our different identities. Turner's classifications include a. human, relational, communal b. personal, relational, human c. human, social, personal d. human, social, personal
c. human, social, personal
Because we view the world through a subjective lens influenced by a number of variables, perception is considered: a. selective b. learned c. inaccurate d. consistent e. culturally determined
c. inaccurate
Most communication behavior is: a. innate b. inborn c. learned d. habitual e. none of these
c. learned
Which of the following is not a type of identity discussed in the text? a. organizational b. personal c. neurobiological d. cyber e. fantasy
c. neurobiological
Which of the following is not one of the pillars of Islam? a. prayer b. alms c. prudence d. fasting e. pilgrimage
c. prudence
Chinese business culture is associated with all of the following except a. a collectivist, high-context culture that diffuses decision-making responsibilities b. Chinese make decisions based on relationships c. rarely defer personal interests to those of the group d. discourage independent expression e. power relationships are the ultimate determinant of Chinese and social interaction
c. rarely defer personal interests to those of the group
If a server asks you if you'd like a refill and you not in agreement because your mouth is full, what is the nonverbal communication function demonstrated by the nod? a. regulating b. repeating c. substituting d. conforming display
c. substituting
Identify which of following is not among the five universal questions for cultures, according to Kluckhohn and Strodtbeck a. what is the character of human nature? b. what is the relation of humankind to nature? c. what is the value of wealth d. what is the relationship of people to each other e. what is the value placed on time
c. what is the value of wealth
Worldview deals with all of the following types of questions except: a. what is the purpose of life? b. what is the right way to live? c. where did I park my car? d. what is the nature of good and evil? e. how did life begin?
c. where did I park my car?
What percentage of the U.S. population is made up of minorities? a. 12% b. 15% c. 25% d. 35% e. 50%
d. 35%
According to the text, changes in the definition of family in the U.S. have resulted from a. economic changes b. technological advances c. gender roles d. all of these
d. all of these
Optimism and emphasis on the future reflect which of Kohls American values? a. idealism b. individualism c. time and its control d. change e. privacy
d. change
The process of creating and recreating cultural identity through communication is referred to as a. conditioning b. embedding c. redacting d. enacting e. morphing
d. enacting
Ineffective communication strategies in multicultural classrooms include: a. provide lots of opportunities to discuss global issues relevant to students b. be sensitive to cultural customs that may differ from the mainstream c. remind students that the classroom is a safe place for learning d. encourage conversations that perpetuate us and them discussions e. none of these
d. encourage conversations that perpetuate us and them discussions
Prejudice serves all of the following functions except: a. value expressive b. ego-defensive c. knowledge d. ethnic centering e. utilitarian
d. ethnic catering
Andy asked Bill to tell Chris about the plan. Bill nodded in agreement. The nod is: a. Bill as receiver b. noise c. encoding d. feedback e. decoding
d. feedback
In terms of the person/nature orientation, western cultures traditionally view: a. humans as subject to nature b. humans in harmony with nature c. humans as natures providers d. humans as master of nature e. nature as humans provider
d. humans as master of nature
People who frequently move back and forth across cultural borders and must manage both cultural changes and identity renogotiations are referred to as: a. immigrants b. culturally homogenized c. ethnic migrants d. intercultural trasnients
d. intercultural transients
The correct way to beckon or call someone over to you nonverbal is with: a. one hand palm up, fingers together, moving toward the body b. cupping a hand pal down pulling fingers in toward the body c. right hand up palm out fingers opening an closing d. it depends on the cultural rules
d. it depends on the cultural rules
Domestically, all of the following statements about business in the U.S. are false except a. increases in minority co-cultures have impacted both workplace and marketplace b. minority owned businesses grew by about 45% between 2002-2007 c. more than 2.3 million businesses in the U.S. owned by Hispanics d. most business transactions involve a culturally homogeneous population
d. most business transactions involve a culturally homogeneous population
In the 2010 census, 32% of U.S. citizens self-identified themselves as: a. of Asian descent b. in an interracial or interethnic marriage c. Hispanic d. multiracial
d. multiracial
When negotiating with Brazilians, representatives of American businesses should: a. emphasis the universal rather than the specific b. emphasize task over relationship c. emphasize group over individual d. none of these
d. none of these
Of the following, which is not a core assumption of Judaism? a. only one god b. people have free will c. obedience to God d. original sin e. none
d. original sin
Collectivistic cultures: a. tend to be Western cultures b. prefer competition to cooperation c. perceive the individual as a sovereign, stand-alone entity d. people view themselves more as members of groups rather than individuals
d. people view themselves more as members of groups rather than individuals
Which period of history do Mexican generally take the most pride in? a. modern Mexico b. the revolution c. independence from Spain d. pre-Columbian e. the Mexican-American war
d. pre-Columbian
All of the following are part of the Eight-fold path except a. right view b. right purpose c. right speech d. right conclusions e. right efforts
d. right conclusions
Because communication is rule-goverened, improving the nonverbal aspects requires: a. being sensitive to context b. knowing your culture c. being aware of nonverbal ambiguity d. monitoring feedback and your nonverbal actions e. all of these
e. all of these
Culturally and linguistically diverse students face difficulties including a. cognitive aspects of learning with linguistic difficulties of learning English b. insufficient academic preparation c. at higher grade levels, English proficiency is ever more essential d. different countries emphasize different content and curricular sequences e. all of these
e. all of these
Of the following which is true about aggression? a. in the Us children are typically encouraged to stand up for themselves b. in many Asian cultures the word no is considered aggressive and belligerent c. Mexican families discourage aggression among family members d. Native American Indian families seek harmony e. all of these
e. all of these
Social identities can be based on all of the following except: a. demographic categories b. roles c. membership in formal and informal organization d. association or vocations e. all of these
e. all of these
The term 'dharma' is translated as: a. duty b. law c. justice d. truth e. all of these
e. all of these
Values are important because they inform societies about a. what is good or bad b. what is worth dying for c. how people should treat each other d. what is worth protecting e. all of these
e. all of these
