Culture & Culture Shock

Based on the text, what is the most complete definition of “culture”?

The language, cuisine, and arts of a group of people.

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A set of shared traits and knowledge that make a group of people cohesive.

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The morals and values that distinguish one group from another.

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The observable behaviors of people, like gestures and social habits.

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According to the text, which of the following is NOT one of the three categories of behavior and beliefs described by the Peace Corps?

Cultural

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Universal

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Personal

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Social

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Why does the text state that it’s difficult to assign a particular behavior to anyone with absolute certainty?

Because many beliefs and behaviors are deeply personal and not part of the culture.

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Because you can only recognize behavior that falls out of the norm after a basic grasp of the culture.

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Because cultural touchstones are more important than individual behavior.

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Because people are unpredictable and change their behavior frequently.

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The text suggests that cultural touchstones are important for understanding a new culture. Which of the following is an example of a cultural touchstone mentioned?

The style of music people listen to.

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The types of hobbies people engage in.

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The family unit and its importance.

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The types of food people enjoy.

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According to the text, why is it worthwhile for an international student to examine new communication norms?

Because different communication styles are a key part of cultural conditioning.

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Because they must learn to abandon their own communication style and adopt the new one.

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Because communication is heavily influenced by cultural background, and it is crucial to success.

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Because communication and culture go hand-in-hand.

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Which of the following is the final stage of cultural conditioning, as described in the text?

Observation

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Spontaneous Manifestation

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Internalization

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Encouragement

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According to the text, what is the primary cause of culture shock?

The jarring and uncomfortable feeling from encountering cultural differences.

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Spending too much time with people from your own culture.

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Not having an open mind and being unwilling to change.

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Stereotyping people from a host country.

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In the four stages of culture shock, what happens during the ‘Frustration’ stage?

You accept and recognize the cultural differences and may adopt some yourself.

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You become irritated and possibly angry, and may socialize less with the host culture.

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You begin to feel comfortable and recognize that differences aren't necessarily wrong.

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Everything is new and wonderful, and you want to experience it all.

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What does the text suggest is a key way to assist the transition through culture shock and into the ‘Adjustment’ stage?

By only spending time with people from your home culture.

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By forcing yourself to abandon your own culture and beliefs.

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By learning as much as you can about the new culture, ideally before you arrive.

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By avoiding situations that might cause discomfort.

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What does the text say can cause ‘reverse culture shock’?

The refusal to reconnect with friends and family back home.

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An inability to adjust to the new culture after living abroad.

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A sudden change in personal beliefs and values upon returning home.

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The feeling that your home culture is foreign and that your old friends don't understand you.

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