Vocabulary
the distance between you and another person that doesn't make you feel uncomfortable
personal space
In what country is an open palm with finger extended rude and offensive because it use to be used to curse someone?
Greece
In what country is it in a restaurant to loudly yell for a server?
a ceremony that takes place after someone's death
funeral
In what country is a thumbs up Silly, like sticking out your tongue at someone?
Thailand
In what country is it ok to eat noodles loudly, but not other foods?
Japan
not allowed, inappropriate
Taboo
In what country is a curled index finger rude because it is the gesture used on dogs
Phillipines
In what country is it rude to stick your chopsticks in a bowl of rice?
China
rude and unpleasant, making people upset
offensive
In what country is the 'ok' sign offensive?
A. Korea
B. Brazil
C. Mexico
Brazil
In what country do people eat with their hands, and show the chef they appreciated the meal but leaving the plate empty when finished?
India
making people feel embarrassed
awkward
In what country is the 'V' hand gesture rude and offensive?
A. Australia
B. Italy
C. UK
UK
In what country is it taboo to pick up your soup or bowl of rice when eating?