Grammar
What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: "The report ___ (to be) ready by tomorrow"?
"will be"
Which idiom from the list means "don't rush"?
"Take your time"
Which phrasal verb means "to develop connections with people"?
"Build relationships"
Why is it important to "do your homework" when working with businesses across cultures?
To build relationships by understanding the culture, personality, and way of doing things in each organization.
Choose the correct preposition: "She is responsible ___ managing the team."
"for"
Which idiom suggests "staying alert"?
"Keep your eyes open"
Which phrasal verb means "to deal successfully with unfamiliar situations"?
"Manage unknowns"
What should you "keep your eyes open" for in a new cultural environment?
Notice how people act, dress, treat each other, and look for non-verbal messages to better read a situation.
What is the correct word order in a question: "What time does the meeting start?"?
Correct as is.
Which idiom advises "not to judge people or things too quikly?
"Keep an open mind"
Which phrasal verb is used to describe "thinking about and understanding things that you find out"?
"Process information"
Why might you need to "take your time" when working across cultures?
Communication may be slower, logistics may differ, and there may be different concepts of time; more time is needed to process information before making decisions.
What tense is used for actions that were completed before another past action?
Past Perfect
Which idiom is used to describe the action of "understanding what is going on"?
"Read a situation"
Which phrasal verb means "to develop your ability in a certain area"?
"Build your skills"
Why is it important to "take individuals into account" when working in a multicultural setting?
Individuals may not conform to cultural stereotypes and are influenced by their background, experience, and personality, so it's important to keep an open mind and not form opinions too early.
Correct the sentence: "If I would have known about the meeting, I would attend."
"If I had known about the meeting, I would have attended."
Which idiom means that something "can have both positive and negative effects"?
"Work both ways"
Which phrasal verb means "to provide you with useful information to help you understand something"?
"Give you an insight"
What does it mean to "tolerate uncertainty" in a business context, and why is this important?
It means managing unknowns, which can be challenging for people from cultures valuing directness and precision. It’s important because different cultures have varying levels of tolerance for uncertainty.