Question 1

The opposite of being other-oriented is to be _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   collectivistic
B)   egocentric
C)   assertive
D)   adaptive B

Question 2

Briefly explain three ways to socially decenter.

Accepted Answer

(1) Consider how you have responded in the past. If something similar has happened to you in another situation, think of how you responded at that time. (2) Consider how the other person has responded in the past. If you know a person will respond negatively if you phrase your message a particular way, you can adjust the way you phrase your message. (3) Consider how most people respond to similar situations. Learn as much as you can about the culture or gender perspectives of another person to become more accurate in your message.

Question 3

In a culture that stresses a long-term orientation to time, there is an emphasis on _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   the future
B)   the past
C)   today
D)   this minute A

Question 4

Feminine cultures value such things as being sensitive toward each other and enhancing the overall quality of life.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

During his job interview, Randall was careful to notice the expressions on the face of his interviewer as this helped him to verify the meaning of the words he heard. Randall is aware of cultural context.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Collectivistic cultures reward group achievement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Jessica works for an American-based electronics firm and is visiting a company in Argentina that makes similar products. Her interaction with people at the Argentinian company will be an example of _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   culture shock
B)   co-culture
C)   worldview
D)   intercultural communication

Question 8

Explain and give examples for two of the barriers to effective intercultural communication.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain and give examples for two of...

Question 9

The term transgender refers to a unique form of _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   sexual orientation
B)   biological identity
C)   racial identity
D)   gender identity

Question 10

Globalization refers to factors leading to an interconnected worldwide business environment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The term that is used when referring to a person who exhibits a blend of feminine and masculine traits is _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The term that is used when referring...

Question 12

Individuals from low-context cultures often are less skilled in interpreting _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   contextual messages
B)   spoken messages
C)   written messages
D)   explicit messages

Question 13

People who are classified as _____ focus only on themselves and their own importance.

Accepted Answer

The answer of People who are classified as _____ focus...

Question 14

Anne doesn't know anyone who is gay and doesn't want to hear about or read about gay individuals. She is exhibiting _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   paralanguage
B)   sexism
C)   generic language
D)   homophobia

Question 15

The communication _____ theory suggests that effective communication occurs when we adapt to the communication style of the person we are communicating with.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The communication _____ theory suggests that effective...

Question 16

Review and explain the six stages of the intercultural communication framework.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Review and explain the six stages of...

Question 17

In the framework for the stages of interpersonal communication competence, the final stage is called integration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

After arriving in Indonesia, Bruce felt anxious as he tried to navigate the city of Jakarta and find a grocery store. No one seemed to speak English and he was overwhelmed with the situation. Bruce is experiencing _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   intercultural communication
B)   culture shock
C)   a masculine culture
D)   cultural values

Question 19

A culture that values teamwork over individual accomplishment would be known as a(n) _____ culture.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A culture that values teamwork over individual...

Question 20

People from the United States often think that individual choice and achievement is important. This would be an example of _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   cultural context
B)   a cultural value
C)   culture shock
D)   a co-culture

Exam 6: Adapting to Others: Diversity and Communication

The opposite of being other-oriented is to be _____.

Briefly explain three ways to socially decenter.

In a culture that stresses a long-term orientation to time, there is an emphasis on _____.

Feminine cultures value such things as being sensitive toward each other and enhancing the overall quality of life.

During his job interview, Randall was careful to notice the expressions on the face of his interviewer as this helped him to verify the meaning of the words he heard. Randall is aware of cultural context.

Collectivistic cultures reward group achievement.

Jessica works for an American-based electronics firm and is visiting a company in Argentina that makes similar products. Her interaction with people at the Argentinian company will be an example of _____.

Explain and give examples for two of the barriers to effective intercultural communication.

The term transgender refers to a unique form of _____.

Globalization refers to factors leading to an interconnected worldwide business environment.

The term that is used when referring to a person who exhibits a blend of feminine and masculine traits is _____.

Individuals from low-context cultures often are less skilled in interpreting _____.

People who are classified as _____ focus only on themselves and their own importance.

Anne doesn't know anyone who is gay and doesn't want to hear about or read about gay individuals. She is exhibiting _____.

The communication _____ theory suggests that effective communication occurs when we adapt to the communication style of the person we are communicating with.

Review and explain the six stages of the intercultural communication framework.

In the framework for the stages of interpersonal communication competence, the final stage is called integration.

After arriving in Indonesia, Bruce felt anxious as he tried to navigate the city of Jakarta and find a grocery store. No one seemed to speak English and he was overwhelmed with the situation. Bruce is experiencing _____.

A culture that values teamwork over individual accomplishment would be known as a(n) _____ culture.

People from the United States often think that individual choice and achievement is important. This would be an example of _____.