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In which country is it polite to eat noisily?
Vietnam
Japan
England
Where should you never give people clocks, handkerchiefs, or straw sandals?
China
Ethiopia
Canada
Which people used to believe that having a photo taken would destroy their soul?
The Aboriginals in Australia
The Indians
The Pacific Islanders
Where is it thought that giving gifts in odd numbers is bad luck?
Costa Rica
Hungary
Singapore
Who should you never give a gift wrapped in purple paper to?
an Indonesian
an Italian
a Kazakh
Where is it thought that if women wear yellow underwear on New Year's Eve, they will have good luck?
Jamaica
Poland
Venezuela
In which country shouldn't you wash your hair before an exam?
Korea
Estonia
Qatar
Where is it considered bad luck to put on a jumper inside out?
Czech Republic
Spain
Finland
The people of which country believe that if you eat lentils on January 1st, you'll make a lot of money during the year?
the United Arab Emirates
India
Brazil
In which country shouldn't you give yellow flowers?
Sweden
Chile
Scotland
Which nationality often trusts facial expressions and body language more than words?
Portuguese
Romanian
Japanese
Where is it believed that if you give scissors or knifes as a gift, you want to end your relationship?
China
Ghana
Russia
Where is it thought that if a groom's friend cuts a piece of a groom's tie, he'll get married soon?
Greece
France
Spain
What is considered an insult in Egypt?
Taking your shoes off when entering someone's home
Putting salt on your food
Shaking hands as a greeting
In the UK, which of these is said to bring good luck?
a black cat crosses the road in front of you
a white dove flies above you
a white dog crosses the road in front of you
In which country shouldn't you give white flowers?
Jordan
India
Israel
