SOUTHCOM Culture Awareness Requirement

What did she say?

Don't worry.

In South American nations, the office of the head of state is:

Elected by the people.

True or False? Building rapport with counterparts generally increases culture shock.

False

True or false? High-context communications are explicit, so that the receiver of the message is likely to understand the information, even if they know little cultural context.

False

True or false? In joint medical missions, we want partner nations to rely on foreign support to provide care for their own populations.

False

True or false? Having an interpreter means that you don't need to learn any of the local language.

False.

Employ culturally appropriate greetings.

Good morning, Franklin

How should you with an introduce yourself to your audience?

Have your interpreter stand slightly behind you. Look at your audience and say, "my name is Frank, and this is my interpreter."

Work collaboratively with counterparts.

How do you recommend we solve our short-term need to shuttle the participants around?

Which opinion represents the danger of ethnocentrism?

I can't have an intelligent discussion with him, because he worships tree spirits.

Respond appropriately to requests for treatment that you cannot provide.

I don't have the equipment to do eye exams and fit eyeglasses here, but I hear there might be an organization in the area that does free eye exams. I can send you to the referral area for more information.

Give culturally appropriate constructive criticism.

I see. Well, I'm sure you've tried every angle. Sometimes these things just happen. Is there anything l can do to help?

Respond appropriately to a more relaxed attitude toward time and schedules.

I wanted to make sure everything is in order before people start arriving.

Interact appropriately with female patients.

I'd like to take a look at it. Should I wait for your husband to get here?

Manage host nation expectations politely.

I'll have to give my superior a call to see what we'll be able to work out. I can't guarantee we'll be able to procure enough vehicles for everyone though.

What is the purpose of collaboration with Caribbean counterparts?

You want to create productive relationships between the U.S and Caribbean nations.

If your counterpart has not yet made an important decision, it is most likely because:

Your counterpart has to consult with superiors and get back to you.

When working with an interpreter, always assume that:

Your interpreter needs to know about your audience.

What type of interpretation is described by the following situation? Someone is giving a speech, and the interpreter is speaking at the same time.

simultaneous interpretation

True or False? About 95% of Paraguayands are descendants of both Spanish colonizers and native populations.

true

True or False? Nuclear families are common in Barbados.

true

Respond appropriately to requests for treatment for additional family members.

We can see your daughter.

The four basic questions about culture are "What is culture?", "Who am I?, "What makes them who they are?, and:

"What's going on around me?

What percentage of Barbados identifies as Anglican?

25%

Paraguay's political structure is:

A modern democracy with three branches of government.

What is culture shock?

A sense of confusion when operating within a different culture

In Paraguayan culture:

Adult children rarely leave home until they marry.

During medical missions in South America, the local population should perceive that:

All of the above.

Local medical personnel in South America can be crucial to you mission's success because they know:

All of the above.

U.S service members who are required to do triage should:

All of the above.

Which of the following is an accurate statement about insurgent and guerrilla groups in South America?

All of the above.

what did she say?

Are you okay

When working in Caribbean countries, it is important to:

Attempt to speak the local languages.

The Barbadian dollar is abbreviated:

BBD

In which country does the Amazon River meet the ocean?

Brazil

Which religion mixes Catholicism with indigenous and African beliefs?

Candomble

Which of the following can typically delay a CTOC SME exchange in the Caribbean?

Celebrations such as Carnival.

Which of the following is true about cultures that are more collectivist than individual?

Consideration of others before oneself is highly valued.

What was the original name of the Barbados capital, Bridgetown?

Indian Bridge

Culture changes through

Interactions between people and groups.

The Gran Chaco:

Is also referred to as the "green inferno."

Which of the following is true about the English language in Barbados?

It has a distinctive Caribbean pronunciation and intonation.

Which of the following best describes the Paraguayan currency, called the guarani?

It is one of the most stable currencies in Latin America.

Which of the following is true about working with an interpreter?

It's best to give your interpreter a break whenever you take one.

An accurate description of Paraguay is that it is:

Landlocked with river access.

Before deploying to the Caribbean, service members should:

Learn about local criminal networks.

NCOs in Caribbean militaries are typically tasked with:

Less significant duties than officers

When conducting medical missions in South America, who should do follow-up missions to ensure sustainability?

Local medical personnel.

Which of the following is true about schedules in the Caribbean?

Locals may be 30 to 45 minutes late to a meeting.

Which of these products are NOT among South America's major exports?

Machinery and chemicals

Which service branch uses the Five Dimensions of Culture?

Marine Corps

Which group makes up the majority of the population of South America?

Mesitzos

Which of the following statements about indigenous languages is NOT true?

More indigenous languages are spoken than ever before.

The government of Barbados is a:

Parliamentary democracy

Caribbean, South America

Quiz 1

South America

Quiz 2

Which of the following is a good way to evaluate an interpreter?

Record an interpreted conversation and have it checked.

Your interpreter just missed a phrase. she should:

Say, "The interpreter requests that you repeat that phrase."

In Paraguay men most commonly greet one another by:

Shaking hands

Use appropriate physical postures with patients.

Sit down on the chair

Compared to ten years ago, the average family size in South America is:

Smaller

Which of the following is an appropriate way to give constructive criticism?

Tell him you observed his technique and would like to demonstrate yours.

When making commitments in the Caribbean, you should:

Tell them you need to check with your superiors before giving an answer.

Respond appropriately when offered a gift.

Thank you, I love empanadas!

Which statement about the Andes Mountains is correct?

The Andes are heavily populated despite frequent earthquakes and high altitudes.

Although the official languages of Paraguay are Spanish and Guararni, Portuguese is widely spoken among:

The Brasiguayo commmunity in the East.

Many partner nation counterparts assume that:

The U.S has unlimited funding, capacity, and jurisdiction.

To which of the following do thousands of Paraguayans flock each year?

The cathedral dedicated to "Nuestra Senora de los Milagros or "Our Lady of the Miracles."

Which South American custom is disappearing?

The leisurely midday meal.

Which of the following is a source of national pride for Paraguayans?

The national "futbol" or soccer team, the Guaranies.

In 1831. free Afro-Barbadian men who owned property were given:

The right to vote

Which of the following is true of locally hired interpreters?

They are more common than the other two types of interpreters.

What is particular about the Transamazonian and Marginal de la Selva Highways?

They link countries on the eastern side of the Andes.

Which of the following is true about cultures that are more polychronic than monochronic?

Time is not a commodity to be saved and spent.

Why should you consider personal traits when selection an interpreter?

Traits like age, gender, and social status will influence how others see your interpreter and, by extension, you.

True or false? Getting to know your interpreter as a person will help your working relationship.

True

True or false? If an entire family comes to the medical clinic, even though only or two members of the family need care, you should keep the family together.

True

Which of the following is a culture-general topic?

Using low-context communication.

Barbados is about 230 miles northeast of:

Venezuela

True or false? Barbadinas of mixed heritage are called Creoles.

false

True or false? When giving a toast at a ceremony, you should mention good relations between your countries and the difficult history that preceded it.

false

What is the national dish of Barbados?

flying fish and cou-cou