Culture is compared to the “software of our mind” and the grammar of our behavior because (       ).What you know and fe

Today’s world is a“global village” because of the rapid expansion of worldwide transportation and communication networks.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Globalization of economy has made it unusual for someone to work for an organization that does business in many countries.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Language may present problems in intercultural communication because (     ).

A:

the same word or phrase may have different connotation in a new language.

B:

variations in language use can be found in inflection and tone.

C:

the misinterpretation of nonverbal language–gestures, postures, and other body movements  is a communication barrier.

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

The perception variable in intercultural communication study include (     ).

A:

beliefs and attitudes

B:

values

C:

worldviews

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

When people of different nationalities and ethnic origins attempt to work and live together, conflicts can easily arise.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Language is a major means of communication. It is not influenced by the culture in which it is developed.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

It is important to address the problem of cultural illiteracy in intercultural communication study.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Which of the following statements about Intercultural communication is NOT true? ( )

A:It is the communication between people whose cultural perceptions and symbol systems are distinctive.
B:The need for intercultural communication is as old as humankind.
C:Intercultural contact has a long history, so people are fully aware of the cultural differences and few conflicts arise in today’s intercultural communication.
D:The confusing and hostile nature of early intercultural contacts can be seen in the statement “Everyone’s quick to blame the alien.”
答案: Intercultural contact has a long history, so people are fully aware of the cultural differences and few conflicts arise in today’s intercultural communication.

There are a number of factors contributing to today’s world as a ‘global village’, including (     ).

A:

the rapid expansion of worldwide transportation

B:

the popularity of various communication networks

C:

the expansion of the Internet

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

There is a pressing need for people to conduct intercultural communication because (     ).

A:

the swelling and migrating of world’s population

B:

the changes in immigration patterns

C:

globalization of economy has brought people together

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

Which of the following is NOT supposed to happen in small power distance countries?

A:Equality
B:Individualism
C:Change of social order
D:Centralization
答案: Centralization

What is the most unlikely thing in large power distance countries?

A:Company bosses usually have the final say
B:The decision of good and evil comes after the determination of power
C:Children are told to learn the nice virtue of respecting parents and superiors
D:It is commonly accepted that company bosses enjoy income equality with their subordinates
答案: It is commonly accepted that company bosses enjoy income equality with their subordinates

According to the video, which country comes the third in PDI?

A:Russia
B:China
C:Mexico
D:India
答案: China

Which country has the lowest PDI according to the video?

A:U.S.A
B:Australia
C:Germany
D:Denmark
答案: Denmark

Power distance usually lies with the people at the top, not with the people at the bottom.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Which country is the No. 1 in terms of IDV according to the video?

A:U.S.A
B:Australia
C:Britain
D:The Netherlands
答案: U.S.A

Which of the following is NOT the feature of individualist society?

A:Press freedom
B:Lower divorce rate
C:Slower pace of life
D:The use of the word “I”
答案: Lower divorce rate

According to the video, the terms of Individualism and Collectivism were firstly used by Hofstede describe differences between national societies.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

In individualist societies, the ties between individuals are loose.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Extended families are more likely to occur in individualist societies.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Among the physical contact of body language mentioned in the video, which of the following is the most common way of contacting?

A:Greeting
B:Hand-shaking
C:Hugging
D:Kissing
答案: Hand-shaking

Which of the following is the real meaning of OK sign in Japan?

A:Zero
B:Money
C:Everything goes well
D:Worthless thing
答案: Money

In case of telling a white lie, what would a western child mostly likely do?

A:Keep fingers crossed
B:Cup his mouth
C:Do air quotes
D:Raise his eyebrows
答案: Keep fingers crossed

According to the video, it is said that as much as 90% of meaning in interpersonal communication is conveyed via body language.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Body language is a verbal way of communication.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

People in which of the following countries greet each other by cheek-kissing?

A:China
B:Japan
C:Saudi Arabia
D:America
答案: Saudi Arabia

Which of the following statements are NOT true?

A:Non-verbal communication cues are culturally-determined.
B:Non-verbal communication cues are usually produced without awareness.
C:Nonverbal behaviors occur in isolation.
D:The interpretation of non-verbal communication cues change in different contexts.
答案: Nonverbal behaviors occur in isolation.

According to a survey of prisoners, people who walked with swinging foot movements are less likely to be selected as victims.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Nonverbal communication is valuable because many of our nonverbal actions are relatively free of distortions and deception.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Illustrators are nonverbal behaviors that have a direct verbal translation.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Confucianism puts much emphasis on __.

A:treating each other equally
B:being nice to the aged
C:the harmonious social development
D:getting on well with each other
答案: the harmonious social development

In the 16th and 17th century, poor people would be punished more seriously __.

A:because their crimes were more seriously
B:because they were thought to be more likely to commit a crime
C:because the rich people hate them
D:because the law was not made by the poor people
答案: because they were thought to be more likely to commit a crime

Kluckhohn and Strodtbeck work in Oxford University.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Most American people like to use credit card because__.

A:they think it is convenient
B:it makes things cheaper
C:they think they are able to pay it back
D:they have been told to do it since young
答案: they think they are able to pay it back

Time orientation refers to people’s attitude towards the question “Whether we should always be on time”.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Chinese people always buy themselves a house when they are young.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

In an individualist culture, each person’s social identity comes from his or her groups.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Chinese interpersonal relationship is much more complicated than the Western social network.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Which of the following demonstrates the characteristics of an individualist culture? ( )

A:Parties often have a group focus, either a shared meal or a set of performances that everyone watches and in which many participate.
B:Students are organized into class groups (ban), and all students in the same class group have the same courses together.
C:People tend to make decisions for themselves instead of consulting their colleagues or others around them in business.
D:People tend to depend on each other in a group, to get mutual benefit and help each other.
答案: People tend to make decisions for themselves instead of consulting their colleagues or others around them in business.

Chinese classical gardens are a perfect integration of nature and work by man.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

American people’s idea of mastering Nature can be seen in the following activities (     ).

A:

They moved the American frontier westward.

B:

The construction of dams that hold back the waters of large rivers.

C:

The construction of tunnels that go through mountains.

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

The key concepts in traditional Chinese medicine include (     ).

A:

the harmony between yin and yang

B:

the five elements of wood, fire, earth, metal and water

C:

the energy in human body – Qi

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

“Catch you later”is an informal way to say goodbye.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Oftentimes English speakers will use foreign words to express their goodbyes.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

In many cultures there is a difference when it comes to how much physical contact is appropriate between men and women.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

In France, it is customary for people to kiss each other on the cheeks upon meetings as a formal way of greeting.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

In Western Countries, while conducting business, the first thing we do when we meet someone is wave the hand to say “Hello” or “Goodbye”.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

In Canada, what do we usually say when greeting someone we are familiar with (someone we know well)?

A:Dear (Name)
B:Pleasure to meet you (Name)
C:Hey, what’s up (Name) ?
D:Good Morning, Good Afternoon (Name)
答案: Hey, what’s up (Name) ?

When talking to the police, which title is best to use to address them?

A:Officer
B:Mate
C:Buddy
D:Sweetheart
答案: Officer

Which name is acceptable to call a friend of the opposite sex if your friend doesn’t mind?

A:

Darling

B:

Babe

C:

Sweetheart

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

What should you do at a party if you don’t know a woman’s name?

A:Call her ‘Sweetheart’
B:Call her ‘Miss’
C:Ask her name
D:Don’t speak to her
答案: Ask her name

You should always try to make eye contact when thanking somebody.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

It is not necessary to thank people in shops and restaurants in Western countries because they are just doing their jobs.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

If somebody holds a door open for you, you should thank them.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Which of the following cultures belongs to past-oriented culture?

A:American culture
B:British culture
C:Mexican culture
D:Chinese culture
答案: Chinese culture

Germans prefer to leave their doors open to show welcome and friendliness.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Personal space is inflexible and will not expand or shrink with different cultures.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Japanese people, despite the territorial crowdedness, usually create their own private space mentally.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Which is NOT included in time systems?

A:Monochromic time
B:Technical time
C:Formal time
D:Informal time
答案: Monochromic time

According to the video, the territoriality of culture can be different in which of the following aspects?

A:Degree
B:Range
C:Reaction
D:Safety
答案: Safety

People of which country around the world are supposed to have the biggest cultural bubble?

A:Finland
B:Spain
C:France
D:Greece
答案: Finland

Present-oriented cultures always pay respect to tradition and wisdom from their ancestors.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

People in future-oriented cultures think that they can control the results of their actions and can control their fates partially.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

A polychromic time system regards schedules as very important.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对