Cultural Shock
Expectation vs Reality
Media & Representation
100

This stage means feeling more comfortable and confident in the new culture. 

Acceptance

100

True or False: Latin America is made up of many countries with different traditions. 

True

100

True or False: Media can influence how people imagine cultures before visiting. 

True

200

This stage often includes stress and confusion.

Frustration Stage

200

True or False: Latin America is one single culture.

False

200

Representations matter because they shape this...

Perceptions / Expectations

300

This stage is usually associated with excitement and curiosity.

Honeymoon Stage

300

This mistake happens when assumptions are made about an entire group.

Stereotyping

300

Media often shows simplified versions of cultures called this...

Stereotypes

400

In this stage people begin building routines and friendships

Adaptation Stage

400

Expectations are created before travel. This shows what people actually experience.

Reality

400

Depending only on media can create this kind of misunderstanding.

Cultural bias / Misconception

500

Put the different stages of Cultural Shock in order.

Honeymoon→Frustation→Adaptation→Acceptance

500

Mention one effect of positive cultural representation.

Better understanding / fewer stereotypes

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