Various aspects of globalization and social networking are tightly connected.

True

Multiculturalists are respectful of and engaged with people who share their values, beliefs, and
practices. False

Learning one's culture is important for global mobility. True

A particular culture is reflective of one's language use. True

Speakers of English have higher chances of becoming globally competitive. False

Different languages manifest various cross-cultural values. True

Lack of cultural sensitivity is a barrier to global communication. True

Cultural relativism is the belief that one's culture is superior. False

An ethnocentric culture accepts cultural and language diversity. False

Because of cultural diversity, language supremacy is possible. False

Different languages manifest various cross-cultural values. True

Speakers of English have higher chances of becoming globally competitive. False

In "high context cultures", what is said is more important than how or where it is said. False

Lack of cultural sensitivity is a barrier in global communication. True

A particular culture is reflective of one's language use. True

Digital technology has helped erase the notion of territorial boundaries between countries. True

Sherry Turkle's TED talk in 2014 zeroes in on people trusting technology over real human
experiences. False

Cultural confusion refers to the lack of understanding of cultural differences among people. True

International communication occurs between persons representing political structures. True

Co-culture members who practice passive communication may use avoidance strategies as they seek to
have as little to do as possible with the dominant group's members. True

Intercultural communication is concerned with the process of interpreting and sharing meanings with
individuals of varying cultural constructs.  True

Culture is the lens through which people view the world as well as the mirror they use to reflect and
interpret reality. True
The westerners typically adopt a direct body orientation when communicating. False

Failing to develop insights into cultural nuances and differences can be costly. True

Eat with the right hand because the left is considered dirty.  malaysia

Avoid asking personal questions and inquiries about family until you have better acquainted with the
person. 

Argentina
 
United Kingdom
 
Spain
 
India

Flamenco and bullfight are among its folkloristic traditions. Spain

Arrive on time during agreed meet ups as its people are so time conscious.  United Kingdom

Polygamy is a sign of social class; thus, the more wives, the higher the class. South Africa

Gifts should never be wrapped in white as the colour represents sorrow and poverty.

 
China
 
Korea
 
Japan
 
Singapore

Never touch a person's head. Thailand

Lunch is normally eaten at 2 or 3 in the afternoon and consists of a large meal, with a starter, main dish
and dessert. 

Spain

 
Argentina
  
China
 
Korea

Walk on the wrong side. Japan

Tipping creates confusion and hence is not encouraged.  

Japan
 
Cambodia
 
Singapore
 
Korea

Sitting on a pillow is rude for it is for the head to sleep on. Malaysia

Wearing a green hat signifies that a man's wife or girlfriend has cheated on him.

China
 
Argentina
 
India
 
Malaysia

Do not pass wind in public; if you accidentally do so, you say "pardon me".United Kingdom

When invited to someone's house, bringing a small gift is customary.

India

 
Philippines
 
Japan
 
China
When passing a doorway, it is customary for men to precede women. 

South Africa
 
United Kingdom
 
China
 
Korea

Queue jumping is frowned upon.

United Kingdom

 
The Netherlands
 
Philippines
 
China

Arrive 30 to 45 minutes later than invited for a dinner party. 

 
Argentina
 
Philippines
 
India
 
China

When gifts are given, they have to be opened immediately.

 
Argentina
 
South Africa
  
United Kingdom
 
Japan

White or black clothes are  considered evil colours and are avoided during weddings, birthdays,
New Year, and festivals. 

China

Never give money to begging children and women.

 
India
 
Thailand
 
Malaysia
 
Cambodia