Cultural Perspectives and Etiquette

1. What term describes the belief that one's own culture is superior to others?

• globalization

• ethnocentrism

• nationalism

• cultural relativism

2. When a person tries to understand another culture without judgment, which concept are they practicing?

• Cultural relativism

• Cultural imperialism

• Cultural appropriation

• Cultural assimilation

3. A traveler believes that their way of dressing is the best and criticizes local attire. What is this an example of?

• Globalization of style

• Ethnocentrism

• Fashion innovation

• Cultural appreciation

4. If a person adapts their behavior to fit in with a new culture, what is this process called?

• Assimilation

• Cultural Exchange

• Integration

• Acculturation

5. A student learns about different marriage customs around the world and appreciates their uniqueness. What concept does this reflect?

• Ethnocentrism

• Cultural imperialism

• Cultural relativism

• Globalization

6. When a culture adopts elements from another culture, what is this process known as?

• Cultural assimilation

• Cultural exchange

• Cultural diffusion

• Cultural appropriation

7. A family from India moves to Canada and starts celebrating Canadian holidays while maintaining their own traditions. What is this an example of?

• Cultural assimilation

• Cultural isolation

• Cultural appropriation

• Cultural pluralism

8. A researcher observes a ritual in a foreign culture and documents it without imposing their own beliefs. What approach are they using?

• Cultural assimilation

• Ethnocentrism

• Cultural relativism

• Cultural imperialism

9. Tourists in a foreign country insist on using their own customs instead of respecting local traditions. What is this behavior called?

• Cultural assimilation

• Cultural imperialism

• Cultural relativism

• Cultural exchange

10. A person who believes that all cultures should be judged by the same standards is exhibiting what?

• Cultural relativism

• Ethnocentrism

• Multiculturalism

• Globalism