intercultural quiz

What are the most important things to consider when conversing interculturally? (select 2)

• Jumping

• Being open to differences

• Mimicking the other persons gestures.

• Being able to put youself in the other's shoes

What is one of the symptoms of having a high uncertainty avoidance towards life? Someone...

• Finds competition healthy

• Likes to experiment

• Likes change

• Is very punctual and precise

True or false: The piano has it's origins in Spain

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The piano is originally from italy

What is mañana time in Mexico?

• Time for a nap

• Specifically reserved time for social gatherings and discussions

• Being flexible with punctuality and allowing a relaxed approach to time management

• Taco tuesday, but in Mexico

What does it mean when an Indian person wobbles their head in circular motion?

• They agree with the topic of conversation

• They are uncertain about the topic of conversation

• They disagree with the topic of conversation

What does it mean when a Dutch person says "hèhè"? (more than one correct answer)

• He/she is tired and settles down

• He/she is reacting to an obvious and unrelevant response

• He/she thinks something took a lot of time

• He/she is about to do something amazing

What do Japanese and Chinese people specifically value when eating soup?

• Smelling nice

• Wearing a hat

• Slurping

• Having your eyes on the soup

What does it mean when someone focusses on perseverance and persistence to reach goals?

• They're most likely long-term oriented

• They're most likely short-term oriented

Romania scores high on power distance?

• True

• False

Who are the Haagse Helpers?

• A freelance organisation for young people

• A zoo

• A football team

• A political party