Nonverbal communication is valuable because many of our nonverbal actions are relatively free of distortions and decepti

Today’s world is a“global village” because of the rapid expansion of worldwide transportation and communication networks.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Globalization of economy has made it unusual for someone to work for an organization that does business in many countries.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Language may present problems in intercultural communication because (     ).

A:

the same word or phrase may have different connotation in a new language.

B:

variations in language use can be found in inflection and tone.

C:

the misinterpretation of nonverbal language–gestures, postures, and other body movements  is a communication barrier.

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

The perception variable in intercultural communication study include (     ).

A:

beliefs and attitudes

B:

values

C:

worldviews

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

When people of different nationalities and ethnic origins attempt to work and live together, conflicts can easily arise.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Language is a major means of communication. It is not influenced by the culture in which it is developed.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

It is important to address the problem of cultural illiteracy in intercultural communication study.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Which of the following statements about Intercultural communication is NOT true? ( )

A:It is the communication between people whose cultural perceptions and symbol systems are distinctive.
B:The need for intercultural communication is as old as humankind.
C:Intercultural contact has a long history, so people are fully aware of the cultural differences and few conflicts arise in today’s intercultural communication.
D:The confusing and hostile nature of early intercultural contacts can be seen in the statement “Everyone’s quick to blame the alien.”
答案: Intercultural contact has a long history, so people are fully aware of the cultural differences and few conflicts arise in today’s intercultural communication.

There are a number of factors contributing to today’s world as a ‘global village’, including (     ).

A:

the rapid expansion of worldwide transportation

B:

the popularity of various communication networks

C:

the expansion of the Internet

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

There is a pressing need for people to conduct intercultural communication because (     ).

A:

the swelling and migrating of world’s population

B:

the changes in immigration patterns

C:

globalization of economy has brought people together

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

Which of the following is NOT supposed to happen in small power distance countries?

A:Equality
B:Individualism
C:Change of social order
D:Centralization
答案: Centralization

What is the most unlikely thing in large power distance countries?

A:Company bosses usually have the final say
B:The decision of good and evil comes after the determination of power
C:Children are told to learn the nice virtue of respecting parents and superiors
D:It is commonly accepted that company bosses enjoy income equality with their subordinates
答案: It is commonly accepted that company bosses enjoy income equality with their subordinates

According to the video, which country comes the third in PDI?

A:Russia
B:China
C:Mexico
D:India
答案: China

Which country has the lowest PDI according to the video?

A:U.S.A
B:Australia
C:Germany
D:Denmark
答案: Denmark

Power distance usually lies with the people at the top, not with the people at the bottom.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Which country is the No. 1 in terms of IDV according to the video?

A:U.S.A
B:Australia
C:Britain
D:The Netherlands
答案: U.S.A

Which of the following is NOT the feature of individualist society?

A:Press freedom
B:Lower divorce rate
C:Slower pace of life
D:The use of the word “I”
答案: Lower divorce rate

According to the video, the terms of Individualism and Collectivism were firstly used by Hofstede describe differences between national societies.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

In individualist societies, the ties between individuals are loose.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Extended families are more likely to occur in individualist societies.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Among the physical contact of body language mentioned in the video, which of the following is the most common way of contacting?

A:Greeting
B:Hand-shaking
C:Hugging
D:Kissing
答案: Hand-shaking

Which of the following is the real meaning of OK sign in Japan?

A:Zero
B:Money
C:Everything goes well
D:Worthless thing
答案: Money

In case of telling a white lie, what would a western child mostly likely do?

A:Keep fingers crossed
B:Cup his mouth
C:Do air quotes
D:Raise his eyebrows
答案: Keep fingers crossed

According to the video, it is said that as much as 90% of meaning in interpersonal communication is conveyed via body language.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Body language is a verbal way of communication.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

People in which of the following countries greet each other by cheek-kissing?

A:China
B:Japan
C:Saudi Arabia
D:America
答案: Saudi Arabia

Which of the following statements are NOT true?

A:Non-verbal communication cues are culturally-determined.
B:Non-verbal communication cues are usually produced without awareness.
C:Nonverbal behaviors occur in isolation.
D:The interpretation of non-verbal communication cues change in different contexts.
答案: Nonverbal behaviors occur in isolation.

According to a survey of prisoners, people who walked with swinging foot movements are less likely to be selected as victims.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Nonverbal communication is valuable because many of our nonverbal actions are relatively free of distortions and deception.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Illustrators are nonverbal behaviors that have a direct verbal translation.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Confucianism puts much emphasis on __.

A:treating each other equally
B:being nice to the aged
C:the harmonious social development
D:getting on well with each other
答案: the harmonious social development

In the 16th and 17th century, poor people would be punished more seriously __.

A:because their crimes were more seriously
B:because they were thought to be more likely to commit a crime
C:because the rich people hate them
D:because the law was not made by the poor people
答案: because they were thought to be more likely to commit a crime

Kluckhohn and Strodtbeck work in Oxford University.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Most American people like to use credit card because__.

A:they think it is convenient
B:it makes things cheaper
C:they think they are able to pay it back
D:they have been told to do it since young
答案: they think they are able to pay it back

Time orientation refers to people’s attitude towards the question “Whether we should always be on time”.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Chinese people always buy themselves a house when they are young.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

In an individualist culture, each person’s social identity comes from his or her groups.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Chinese interpersonal relationship is much more complicated than the Western social network.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Which of the following demonstrates the characteristics of an individualist culture? ( )

A:Parties often have a group focus, either a shared meal or a set of performances that everyone watches and in which many participate.
B:Students are organized into class groups (ban), and all students in the same class group have the same courses together.
C:People tend to make decisions for themselves instead of consulting their colleagues or others around them in business.
D:People tend to depend on each other in a group, to get mutual benefit and help each other.
答案: People tend to make decisions for themselves instead of consulting their colleagues or others around them in business.

Chinese classical gardens are a perfect integration of nature and work by man.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

American people’s idea of mastering Nature can be seen in the following activities (     ).

A:

They moved the American frontier westward.

B:

The construction of dams that hold back the waters of large rivers.

C:

The construction of tunnels that go through mountains.

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

The key concepts in traditional Chinese medicine include (     ).

A:

the harmony between yin and yang

B:

the five elements of wood, fire, earth, metal and water

C:

the energy in human body – Qi

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

“Catch you later”is an informal way to say goodbye.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Oftentimes English speakers will use foreign words to express their goodbyes.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

In many cultures there is a difference when it comes to how much physical contact is appropriate between men and women.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

In France, it is customary for people to kiss each other on the cheeks upon meetings as a formal way of greeting.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

In Western Countries, while conducting business, the first thing we do when we meet someone is wave the hand to say “Hello” or “Goodbye”.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

In Canada, what do we usually say when greeting someone we are familiar with (someone we know well)?

A:Dear (Name)
B:Pleasure to meet you (Name)
C:Hey, what’s up (Name) ?
D:Good Morning, Good Afternoon (Name)
答案: Hey, what’s up (Name) ?

When talking to the police, which title is best to use to address them?

A:Officer
B:Mate
C:Buddy
D:Sweetheart
答案: Officer

Which name is acceptable to call a friend of the opposite sex if your friend doesn’t mind?

A:

Darling

B:

Babe

C:

Sweetheart

D:

All of the other three choices are correct.

答案:

All of the other three choices are correct.

What should you do at a party if you don’t know a woman’s name?

A:Call her ‘Sweetheart’
B:Call her ‘Miss’
C:Ask her name
D:Don’t speak to her
答案: Ask her name

You should always try to make eye contact when thanking somebody.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

It is not necessary to thank people in shops and restaurants in Western countries because they are just doing their jobs.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

If somebody holds a door open for you, you should thank them.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Which of the following cultures belongs to past-oriented culture?

A:American culture
B:British culture
C:Mexican culture
D:Chinese culture
答案: Chinese culture

Germans prefer to leave their doors open to show welcome and friendliness.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Personal space is inflexible and will not expand or shrink with different cultures.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

Japanese people, despite the territorial crowdedness, usually create their own private space mentally.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

Which is NOT included in time systems?

A:Monochromic time
B:Technical time
C:Formal time
D:Informal time
答案: Monochromic time

According to the video, the territoriality of culture can be different in which of the following aspects?

A:Degree
B:Range
C:Reaction
D:Safety
答案: Safety

People of which country around the world are supposed to have the biggest cultural bubble?

A:Finland
B:Spain
C:France
D:Greece
答案: Finland

Present-oriented cultures always pay respect to tradition and wisdom from their ancestors.

A:对
B:错
答案: 错

People in future-oriented cultures think that they can control the results of their actions and can control their fates partially.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对

A polychromic time system regards schedules as very important.

A:对
B:错
答案: 对