Chapter 4: The Self and Groups

In high-context cultures, individuals think of the self as a single unit of society, so they might be too aware of what others think.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

In high-context cultures, individuals think of the self as an element in a network with others.

Collectivism values the group above the individual, and individuals have a responsibility to the group.

• True

• False

What do individualist cultures view the obligation as?

• maintaining relationship

• burden to independence

• individual's sense of responsibility

Which country values people who are older?

• Vietnam

• United States

• United Kingdom

In a youth-oriented culture, old means loss of power, respect, capability, status, and position.

• True

• False

In Japan, the bond between mother and child called?

• Ikigai

• Amae

• Wabi sabi

What is the duration of group membership in collectivist cultures?

• Permanent

• Impermanent

• Depends on the individual

Membership in families subject to personal choice.

• True

• False

What is form?

• A way of communicating with others

• A set of rules for etiquette and manners

• A way of showing anger in public

• A way of greeting people in Argentina

Do Chinese believe work and private life are separate?

• True

• False