Which of the following types of humor would be acceptable internationally?
a. humorous stories about golfers
b. cartoons depicting differences in minorities
c. jokes about sex
d. humorous stories comparing religions
Ques. 2Which of the following is an inaccurate representation of a cultural superstition?
a. The result of having three persons in a photograph is that the middle person will die.
b. Attaching old shoes to the car of newlyweds assures prosperity and long life.
c. Important events should not be scheduled on Tuesday the thirteenth; this is an unlucky day.
d. Bathing on New Year's Day will wash away a person's good luck.
Ques. 3Which of the following statements related to verbal expressions is incorrect?
a. The U.S. expression, Don't mention it, in response to a favor is viewed as rude by persons of other cultures.
b. The U.S. expression, How's it going? is confusing for persons for whom English is a second language.
c. Small talk often includes comments about the weather.
d. In the United States small talk may include discussions of one's family or personal life.
Ques. 4Which of the following statements related to male and female relationships is incorrect?
a. A stereotype of U.S. women is that they are domineering.
b. American men are viewed as weak.
c. A stereotype of Latin American males is that they pursue women for sexual relationships.
d. According to U.S. managers working in Mexico, gender discrimination in that country is uncommon.
Ques. 5Which of the following statements related to greeting and handshaking customs is incorrect?
a. A firm handshake is the norm in the U.S. and Germany.
b. In China bowing is a customary greeting behavior.
c. People of Finland typically hug each other when greeting.
d. The bear hug is a common form of greeting between males who are good friends in the Russian Federation.
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