Cultural Gestures: What Do You Know?

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    In Western cultures, mutual eye contact is a sign of respect. In some Carribbean and South Asian countries, also Australian Aboriginal culture, it is a sign of respect to not make eye contact with superiors and elders.

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How much do you know about the meaning of certain gestures in different cultures? This quiz will test your knowledge!

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  • 2. 

    In Indonesia, If you have your hands in your pockets it is a sign of:

    • Power

    • Assertiveness

    • Rudeness and Arrogance

    Correct Answer
    A. Rudeness and Arrogance
    Explanation
    This is considered to be a very rude gesture in Indonesia, similar to the effect of "the finger" in Western cultures.

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  • 3. 

    In Persian culture, if someone gives you the "thumbs up" gesture, he is wishing you good luck.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    This is actually a very offensive gesture, that basically means "screw you"!

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  • 4. 

    In Japan, high-pitched laughter indicates

    • Happiness

    • Lying

    • Nervousness

    Correct Answer
    A. Nervousness
    Explanation
    This is considered very unprofessional in Japanese business culture.

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  • 5. 

    The "OK" sign used in Western Cultures, means what in Japan:

    • "OK"

    • "Screw You"

    • "Money"

    Correct Answer
    A. "Money"
    Explanation
    This sign can be taken as a sign of complete disrespect in Japan, one that can mean "we want more money" in Business deals!

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