Asia
Europe
The Americas
Middle East
100
In China, it is considered lucky to share or split a pear with someone.
False. It is considered bad luck to split a pear because the Chinese phrase 'Split a pear' sounds similar to separation.
100

In France, how do many people greet each other?

They kiss each other on the cheek. 

100

In Brazil, why is being late often not considered rude?

People in Brazil care about relationships more than being late or on time. 

100

During Ramadan, why is it important not to eat or drink in public during the day?

Eating and drinking is forbidden for Islamic people in the day during Ramadan. 

200
In Japan, if you slurp while eating it is considered very rude.
False. Slurping is good table-manners in Japan. It indicates you are enjoying your meal.
200
In Germany, comparative advertising (directly comparing brands) is not allowed.
True. It is prohibited according to the German Act against unfair competition.
200

In the USA, is it common to tip in restaurants?

Yes, tipping is common in USA. 

200
Iraq is the nation with the world's largest oil preserves.
False. Saudi Arabia is the nations with the largest oil preserves.
300
Asia hosts sixty percent (60%) of world’s current population and covers 8.8% of the Earth’s total surface area.
True.
300
The correct description of the French flag is red, then white, then blue, (vertically, from left to right)
False. The correct description is blue, then white then red (vertically, from left to right)
300

In Mexico, you don't give knives/scissors as a gift as they indicate a desire to stop a relationship.

False. This is true in Argentina.

300
Bahrain is the only island country that is geographically in the Middle East.
True.
400

Is it rude or polite to pour your own drink in Korea?

It is rude. 

400

In the UK, is it common to tip in pubs?

It is is very common. It is considered rude if you don't tip. 

400
In Ecuador, children who look their parents in the eye are customarily spanked.
True. In Ecuador, you are not allowed to look into your elder's eyes for any reason. The more you do, the harsher the spanking you deserve.
400

In Saudi Arabia, what is the traditional way of greeting someone of the same gender?

Men shake hands and women give hugs. 

500

In China, what does it mean if someone gives you a clock as a gift?

It means that the receiver will die soon.

500

In Spain, why do many shops close for a few hours in the afternoon?

All shops are closed for "rest time".

500

In the USA, what does “melting pot” mean when describing culture?

It's an area with many different cultures in it. 

500

In Arab culture, what does strong eye contact often show, compared to Western culture?

If it is the same gender, it shows trust. Different genders usually do not look each other in the eye for respect of each other. 

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