Jamaica
Japan
Mexico
Portugal
Russia
100
Do you feel that gestures can be very similar world wide, no matter the culture?
Within the Jamaican culture, they have strong beliefs in showing closeness and touching as a form of getting acquainted
100
What types of stores are closed one day a week, typically on a Wednesday or a Thursday?
Department stores Comment: This is usually done so in order to restock shelves and set up displays for new merchandise.
100
How many square kilometers is Mexico?
1,972,550 sq. km. (761,600 sq. mi.); about three times the size of Texas.
100
What region in Portugal people are referred to by nicknames?
In the North of Portugal Comment: This is an important part of their identity.
100
What is Russia’s natural resource base?
major deposits of timber, petroleum, natural gas, coal, ores and other mineral resources
200
Do Jamaicans like to use direct eye contact when greeting each other, or is it best to look down or away?
The most common greeting is the handshake with direct eye contact and a warm smile.
200
What characteristic of American business language is not present in Japanese business meetings?
: Small talk Comment: While Americans often engage in small talk before or after a business meeting, Japanese remain very reserved. This is often viewed by Americans as disinterested.
200
How much shoreline does Mexico very?
10,000 km
200
People with education in Portugal are still addressed as.....?
Senhor, Doutor (Mr. or Doctor) for men: Senhora, Doutora, (Mrs., or Doctor for women).
200
Around the holiday of New Years, how many days off do Russians get to celebrate?
10 days
300
What should be the main objective, when closing a deal? The objective that has been established, or the financial gain?
Business is based on trust in this culture, and both sides should use meetings to feel out the other side and to build relationships. The signed contract will have little meaning if there is not a bond of trust.
300
What do Japanese do when they are listening intently in a business meeting?
They close their eyes.
300
How many people live in the Mexico City area?
About 22 million, which would make it the largest concentration of population in the Western Hemisphere, also the second most populous metropolitan area in the world.
300
What time of the day should be avoided when making a business meeting appointment with a potential client?
Between noon and 3:00 p.m
300
What holiday is celebrated on March 8th?
International Women’s Day
400
When negotiating business deals. Do the Jamaicans find it hard for them to discuss things directly or do they have a tendency to be hesitant?
When Jamaicans conduct business they are direct and say exactly what they mean.
400
How do Japanese business men exchange business cards?
With two hands and a bow.
400
How many surnames do Mexicans have?
Two, one from the father and one from the mother.
400
When is it proper to make business appointments?
At least one to two weeks in advance.
400
What popular food would you bring to a Russian’s home?
Caviar
500
Do Jamaicans feel that comfort is more important when is comes to dress code, or representing the colors of their country?
Although Jamaicans believe in comfort, it is more important to them, that there dress code represents vibrant and striking colors, specifically representing the colors of their country.
500
Why should you accept requests of Japanese even if it does not seem as profitable as you would like?
The Japanese are interested in a long term business relationship.
500
What are the colors of mexico's flag?
Three vertical stripes: green, white, and red. In the center is an emblem depicting an Aztec legend about the founding of Mexico City. The color green is symbolic of the laurels of victory and of hope, white of the purity of ideals, and red of the blood of the heroes who died fighting for Mexico's independence.
500
What color should you avoid using to write checks, business notes and other documents?
Red. Comment: Never write anything in red ink, not even small notes, checks, etc. Only school teachers correcting work are "allowed" to write in red - otherwise it's offensive.
500
In what is Russia considered being most influential and developed in the World to?
Literature
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