Sensitivity and Respect
Images of people from only one ethnicity are inclusive for a global audience.
False
A long warm-up conversation before the main topic is considered polite and necessary.
High context.
A speaker from the U.S. uses direct, explicit language to get their point across.
Verbal.
A clear introduction, body, and conclusion is an effective structure for all global audiences.
True.
Eye contact norms vary significantly across cultures.
True
This culture values individualism and personal responsibility in communication.
Low context.
A speaker wears a headscarf when presenting to a Muslim audience out of respect.
Nonverbal
Starting your presentation with your main conclusion upfront works well in every culture.
False.
Ethocentrism promotes empathetic viewpoints?
False
A speaker relies on the audience to "read between the lines" rather than spelling everything out.
High context.
A speaker avoids using the word "immigrant" because of its strong connotative meaning.
Verbal
Opening with a culturally specific joke is a great way to engage a global audience.
False — cultural humor can confuse or offend diverse audiences