Context and ......................, rather than culture, should be the main focus of attention in culture shock
individual experience
Do Latin American countries take punctuality very seriously?
False
Don't ask for the salt or pepper in Portugal.
True - In Portugal, asking for the salt or pepper is considered offensive to the chef.
Is Japan a cashless-society?
False
In Russia, it's ok to turn down another drink.
False - Offering a drink is a sign of trust and friendship, so if you reject it, you are basically saying "I'm not interested in being your friend."
In Thailand, it is unusual to eat from your fork.
True - Rather, you should use the fork to push food onto your spoon.
In Italy, you shouldn't add parmesan cheese, ketchup, or hot sauce to your pizza.
True.
In Italy, it's ok to order a cappuccino, mochaccino or black coffee after dinner.
False - The only acceptable drink to order is an espresso, because Italians see coffee as a digestive and not as a dessert.
In India, you should always eat with your left hand.
False.
In Egypt, there is a specific protocol to serving drinks.
True. You cannot refill your own glass. You have to wait someone else to do that for you.
In China, don't leave behind a clean plate.
True - leaving a little bit of food on your plate is a sign that you're full and that you've been provided with more than enough food.
Which is the first stage of culture shock in U-Curve model?
Honeymoon
If you drop bread on the ground in Afghanistan, you should never pick it up.
False - After picking up the bread, you should kiss the bread and put it to your forehead, before putting the bread back somewhere other than the floor.
In Japan, tipping is frowned upon.
True.
In which country is air kiss often used as a greeting?
France
Which is the last stage of culture shock?
Adjustment
What usually happens during the honeymoon stage?
Everything is new and interesting
In France, you should eat your bread before the rest of the food arrives.
False - you shouldn't.
If you're dining in Korea, don't eat until the elder person in your party begins eating.
True
In Korea, if they offer you a plate, never accept it with both hands.
False - you should always accept ot with both hands.Make sure to hold the food firmly and with both hands, because it shows respect and gratitude.
Culture shock is not so much about a perceived culture, but more about .................. and the discursive processes.
context
Which country uses "Namaste" as a greeting?
India
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