Cultural Taxonomies Quiz

What does Hall's High- and Low-Context Cultural Taxonomy focus on?

• Use of written communication

• Use of digital communication

• Use of verbal messages

• Use of covert and overt messages

Which of the following is NOT one of Hofstede's original dimensions?

• Power Distance

• Uncertainty Avoidance

• Individualism vs. Collectivism

• Cultural Sensitivity

In high-context cultures, how is most of the meaning conveyed?

• Through the physical setting

• Through digital media

• Through explicit verbal messages

• Through written communication

Which culture is typically associated with low-context communication?

• Japanese

• Latino

• Mexican

• German

What does the term 'power distance' refer to in Hofstede's taxonomy?

• The level of individualism in a culture

• The amount of time spent in communication

• The degree of inequality in power distribution

• The level of social mobility

Which dimension describes a culture's tolerance for ambiguity?

• Power Distance

• Individualism vs. Collectivism

• Masculinity vs. Femininity

• Uncertainty Avoidance

In which type of culture is individual autonomy highly valued?

• Low-context cultures

• High-context cultures

• Collectivist cultures

• Individualist cultures

Which of the following best describes a low-context communication style?

• Messages are implicit and rely on context

• Messages are explicit and detailed

• Messages are often indirect

• Messages are conveyed through nonverbal cues

In cultures with high uncertainty avoidance, what is typically emphasized?

• Collective decision-making

• Flexibility and spontaneity

• Rules and regulations

• Individual achievement

What does 'indulgence vs. restraint' refer to in Hofstede's dimensions?

• Pleasure-seeking vs. self-control

• Long-term vs. short-term orientation

• Individualism vs. collectivism

• Power distance vs. equality