Taboo & Etiquette

The taboo against commenting on a person’s physical appearance is primarily rooted in which North American cultural value?

Individualism, because appearance is considered a unique, private style choice.

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The Apology Protocol, as it is a way to reduce the need for apologies.

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Punctuality, because the time spent on comments is considered a waste.

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Egalitarianism, because commenting establishes a power dynamic that violates the unspoken rule to treat all people as equals.

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Why is discussing income or salary with new acquaintances considered a major taboo in North America?

North Americans do not want to be impolite by flaunting their wealth to others.

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Only people in professional settings discuss money, and never in social settings.

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It is a violation of federal law to disclose one's salary in a public setting.

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Income is tied to an individual's success and is considered a deeply private boundary, aligning with the value of Individualism.

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In North American etiquette, if you realize you will be five minutes late for a meeting, what is the expected protocol?

Arrive as quickly as possible without contacting the person, as five minutes is considered negligible.

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Immediately call or message the person to inform them you will be late.

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Simply say 'thank you' when you arrive, as that is part of the 'Mind Your Manners' section.

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Apologize profusely upon arrival but do not call ahead, as it interrupts the other person.

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Which of the following behaviours is explicitly listed as being considered obnoxious when trying to get a server’s attention at a restaurant?

Calling them by their first name.

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Asking them to repeat a menu item you didn't hear.

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Requesting separate checks for a group of people.

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Snapping your fingers or clapping at the server.

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If you accidentally ask a taboo question, what is the best strategy for quick recovery, as advised by the ‘Apology Protocol’?

Offer a sincere, brief apology, attributing the error to still learning the social rules, and quickly move on.

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Immediately change the topic back to the weather or sports to ensure safety.

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Explain that the topic is acceptable in your home country and ask for their forgiveness.

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Laugh it off and say it was a joke, even if it wasn't intended as one.

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What is the safest, most recommended strategy regarding the use of profanity (swear words) in North America?

Limit its use to only when you are in a mixed-company setting with people speaking another language.

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Use the words 'shit' and 'bitch' freely, as the lesson states they are now commonplace.

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Default to zero profanity in all academic, professional, or new social settings.

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Use the f-word, since the lesson mentions it is surging in popularity in recent years.

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