Test Your Intercultural Competence
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A short true / false quiz on international social conventions.
Questions and Answers
- 1.A "thumbs up" in some Islamic countries is a rude sexual sign.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 2.Forming an “O” with the thumb and the forefinger in Japan means that we can now discuss money.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 3.Scandinavians are more tolerant to silent breaks in conversations.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 4.Laughter in Japan can be a sign of confusion, insecurity or embarrassment.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 5.In the UK, to compromise is seen as a positive sign of both parties winning.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 6.Wearing gloves in Russia when shaking hands is considered polite.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 7.Leaving right after dinner in Central America is considered well-mannered as it means you’ve been well fed.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 8.In Sub-Saharan Africa it is normal to arrive half an hour late for dinner.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 9.If you tell your female friend from Africa that she’s put on weight during her holiday, it means she’s had a good holiday and is physically healthier than when she left.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 10.In Brazil, flicking your fingers under your chin is a sign of disgust.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 11.If you want to show your respect for an elder in Africa, do not look them directly in the eye.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 12.Keeping your hands in your pockets while negotiating in Russia is rude.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 13.It is seen as polite to not accept an offer of food or drink in Persia (Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan) immediately on being offered it, instead you should refuse a few times before accepting the gift.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 14.In France, dinner is commonly served at 5 pm.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 15.In Brazil, purple flowers are a symbol of friendship.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 16.In Mediterranean cultures, being boisterous in the streets and public places is widely accepted.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 17.
- A.
True
- B.
False
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