Background Information
Hofstede's Value Dimensions
Communication
Central Values
Etiquette
100
What is the capital of South Korea?
Seoul
100
What are the four Hofstede Value Dimensions?
Power Distance Individualism Uncertainty Avoidance Masculinity
100
Is India a high context or low context culture? South Korea?
Both are high context cultures.
100
What are central values in South Korea based around?
The teachings of Confucius
100
What are three things you should never do with chopsticks?
1. Point with them 2. Stab food with them 3. Cross them
200
What is the currency of India?
Rupee
200
South Korea is _______ in individualism?
Low
200
Finger to the temple (demonstration)
Anger
200
What institution is highly valued in India?
Marriage
200
How do you greet people in South Korea? In India?
South Korea: Bow, followed by a handshake India: Limp handshake
300
What are the three predominant religions practiced in South Korea?
Christianity, Buddhism, and Confucianism
300
South Korea is moderate what value dimension?
Power Distance
300
Why is it important to know people's full names in South Korea?
50% of all Koreans share the same family names
300
In India, what do parents sacrifice for their children's educations.
Their career and savings
300
How far in advance should you book an appointment when doing business with India? In South Korea?
India: 2 months South Korea: 3-4 weeks
400
Name the respective colors of the flags of South Korea AND India.
South Korea: Red, blue, black, and white India: Green, orange, blue, and white
400
Why does India rank extremely low in uncertainty avoidance?
Because they have a high tolerance for the unexpected and are very patient, largely due to their belief in karma.
400
What are the four strange actions that are considered acceptable in South Korea?
1. Burping 2. Slurping 3. Spitting 4. "Snot Rockets"
400
What is kibun?
Pride, "face," mood, dignity
400
What does "Man-na-suh pan-gop-sumnida" mean?
Pleased to meet you
500
In India, what animal is considered unclean?
Dogs
500
In which value dimension are South Korea and India opposite?
Uncertainty Avoidance
500
Tongue between teeth, drawing air in from around other person's head (demonstration)
A tremendous compliment for someone as extraordinarily intelligent or extremely beautiful
500
In India, what percent of marriages are arranged? What is the divorce rate?
70% of marriages are arranged 3% divorce rate
500
Why should you contact the Indian embassy before scheduling meetings in India?
To make sure your meetings do not coincide with national holidays or regional festival dates
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