What Do You Really Know About Different Cultures?

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What Do You Really Know About Different Cultures? - Quiz

Cultures define an individual; it forms an integral part of a person's personality. Play this quiz on "what do you really know about different cultures?" to gauge your knowledge of various cultures. The quiz contains various facts, trivia, and other informative questions. So play this quiz and learn some exciting facts about various cultures; some might be surprising, some might be shocking, but all will be interesting. All the best!

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1.

People believe that different phases of life go with different colors. In the western world, green goes with spring and birth, but also stands for hope. In Japan, black is not considered the color of death. Instead it is the color white who bears the fate of the grim reaper.In India, there is a specific color going with success and wealth and happiness. Can you guess which color it is?
- A.
  
  Aqua
- B.
  
  Pink
- C.
  
  Turquoise
- D.
  
  Purple
- E.
  
  Purpur
Correct Answer
B. Pink

Explanation
In India, the color pink is associated with success, wealth, and happiness. This cultural belief suggests that wearing or surrounding oneself with the color pink can bring about positive outcomes and prosperity.

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2.

In Europe, we have a very simple code of non verbal communication. To say Yes, we repeatedly lower and raise heads. In India, there is a guesture of bending your head slightly towards your left and right shoulder. This action done repeatedly conveys a certain meaning. What is it?
- A.
  
  I can see you.
- B.
  
  Come here!
- C.
  
  I understand what you are saying.
- D.
  
  Can I have your number.
- E.
  
  I need to go.
Correct Answer
C. I understand what you are saying.

Explanation
Very often this guesture is translated as a 'Yes'. However, it only means 'Yes I understand what you are saying'. It is a sign of active listening and is not to be mistaken as confirmation of what has been said.

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3.

When we count small numbers, we sometimes use our fingers to help us count to five in one hand. However there are different ways to start this. In the USA for example:
- A.
  
  People start with their index finger being '1', the thumb being the last finger to rise as '5'.
- B.
  
  The thumb is '1' and it goes in order until the small finger which is '5'.
- C.
  
  The thumb is '1', the small finger is '2' and index to ring finger are '3' to '5'.
- D.
  
  The index finger is '1', thumb '2', middle to small are '3' to '5'
Correct Answer
A. People start with their index finger being '1', the thumb being the last finger to rise as '5'.

Explanation
Many times, there is no expanation for those small differences. They are just fun.

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4.

One of the small challenges of life is not to make mistakes when it comes to drinking tea. (One of the oldest habits of humanity). Which of the ones below should you avoid when in public in a foreign country.
- A.
  
  Earl Grey Tea with Lemon
- B.
  
  Mate tea with cold water
- C.
  
  Green tea with sugar
- D.
  
  Black tea with milk
- E.
  
  Mint tea and honey
Correct Answer
C. Green tea with sugar

Explanation
In Japan, green tea is drank without sugar and without exception. However, this does not stop the Japanese food industry to produce all kinds of cookies candies and breads that are based on the ingredient of green tea.

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5.

Which of those below is not a widely popular drink?
- A.
  
  Bloody mary
- B.
  
  Sweet soy bean milk
- C.
  
  Oolong tea with alcohol
- D.
  
  Inca Cola
- E.
  
  Cafe de Paris
Correct Answer
E. Cafe de Paris

Explanation
Café de Paris sauce is a complex butter-based sauce served with grilled meats. When it is served with a beef rib or sirloin steak, the resulting dish is known as entrecôte Café de Paris.

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6.

Numbers have certain meanings depending on different cultures. Three, as the number of the holy trinity, has always been very special in European regions. The Chinese culture takes number mysticism to a different level. There is one digit that is usually not found in phone numbers. Which one is it?
- A.
  
  3
- B.
  
  4
- C.
  
  1
- D.
  
  9
- E.
  
  5
Correct Answer
B. 4

Explanation
The word for the digit 4 sounds very similar to the word for 'death'. For that reason, not having a 4 is widely preffered.

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This is real:On a day in summer girls and boys of small towns in rural areas beautify a tree or a tree trunk and dance and sing and party around it. Those trees are usually very nice to look at. On top of this, men should bring a beautified tree with white bark to their lovers' houses. After the celebrations have died away, one group of men is supposed to stay guard with the village's tree while another group of men visits other villages to steal their tree. The tree can be returned in exchange for food and drinks.Which country is this custom from?
- A.
  
  Germany
- B.
  
  Iceland
- C.
  
  Thailand
- D.
  
  Nigeria
- E.
  
  Malaysia
Correct Answer
A. Germany

Explanation
The custom is only practised in the rural areas and is on the verge of dying out. Anybody though, who has taken part i the celebrations will always want to do it again.

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8.

You just arrived in India and in the Airport you see a lot of men holding their hands. What do you think is the reason?
- A.
  
  In India, homosexuality is very popular.
- B.
  
  Body contact between males is a sign of deep friendship.
- C.
  
  There are 4 holidays in India where it is considered to be good luck to shake hands with as many people as possible.
- D.
  
  Indians want to immitate westen style handshakes and sometimes forget to let go.
Correct Answer
B. Body contact between males is a sign of deep friendship.

Explanation
Even if India is one of the few countries where there are more boys than girls, homosexality is still on the list of public denials. The holding of hands is a sign of friendship and nothing more if it is done between males. However, body contact between a couple or showing any kind of affection in public is not recommended.

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9.

Which of these is not a food?
- A.
  
  Ants
- B.
  
  Snakes
- C.
  
  Crickets
- D.
  
  Scorpions
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
E. None of the above

Explanation
Different climates and enivoronment have taught different cultures to harvest different protein carriers. So are giant ants in South America just as common as fried Scorpion in parts of China. However, these days, a standardt globally well tasting cuisine is available in most areas.

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10.

Which country is considered as the oldest democracy of the world?
- A.
  
  USA
- B.
  
  United Kingdom
- C.
  
  Canada
- D.
  
  France
Correct Answer
A. USA

Explanation
The United States is considered the oldest democracy in the world because it established its democratic system with the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. This marked the beginning of a government based on the principles of popular sovereignty and individual rights, which has since been upheld through a system of checks and balances and regular elections. While other countries, such as the United Kingdom, have long histories of democratic institutions, the United States is recognized as the first to establish a democratic government based on the principles of modern democracy.

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What Do You Really Know About Different Cultures?

In Europe, we have a very simple code of non verbal communication. To say Yes, we repeatedly lower and raise heads. In India, there is a guesture of bending your head slightly towards your left and right shoulder. This action done repeatedly conveys a certain meaning. What is it?

When we count small numbers, we sometimes use our fingers to help us count to five in one hand. However there are different ways to start this. In the USA for example:

One of the small challenges of life is not to make mistakes when it comes to drinking tea. (One of the oldest habits of humanity). Which of the ones below should you avoid when in public in a foreign country.

Which of those below is not a widely popular drink?

Numbers have certain meanings depending on different cultures. Three, as the number of the holy trinity, has always been very special in European regions. The Chinese culture takes number mysticism to a different level. There is one digit that is usually not found in phone numbers. Which one is it?

You just arrived in India and in the Airport you see a lot of men holding their hands. What do you think is the reason?

Which of these is not a food?

Which country is considered as the oldest democracy of the world?