Introduction
Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory
Cultural
Iceberg Model
Globalization's impact on intercultural communication
100

Explain the meaning of the term “culture”

“Culture is a social construction, articulation and reception of meaning”

a set of our behaviors, themselves influenced by the set of norms and values that we hold

a human behavior and modes of thought, the ideas that individuals carry in the sense of a group

100

When was the Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory created?

a) 1960, b) 1970, c) 1980, d) 1990

c) 1980

100

Which parts of culture can be in an iceberg's "visible" part? (Name 3 of them)

Dress, art, food, language...

100

What is globalization?

Globalization is the connection of different parts of the world. Globalization results in the expansion of international cultural, economic, and political activities.

200

Can you provide an example of a cultural conflict? 

For example war, dresscode, teamwork, religion

200

Explain the power distance index

Considers the level to which inequality and power are tolerated.

200

Which parts of culture can be in the "invisible" part of an iceberg? (Name 3)

Values, traditions, beliefs...

200

To what has increased globalisation led to?

It led to increased cultural exchange 

300

Name the 4 most spoken languages in the world

Chinese, Spanish, English, Arabic

300

Give me examples of some countries that have a high degree of masculinity and some that have a high degree of femininity.

Masculinity: Japan, China, the United States, and Mexico

Femininity: Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark

300

Name one aspect that influences the upper part and one that affects the iceberg's bottom part.

Upper: Climate, geography

Bottom: Media, economy

300

What is the role of technological advancements in globalisation?

Communication technologies, such as the internet, social media, and video conferencing, have made it easier for people from different cultural backgrounds to connect and communicate instantaneously across geographical boundaries.

400

How can managers address cultural conflicts in the workplace?

Embrace Differences, Effective Communication, Respect Work Styles...

400

Give me examples of some countries that have a short-term orientation and some that have a long-term orientation.

Short-term: The United States

Long-term: China, South Korea

400

Who introduces the cultural iceberg model? (Last name)

Edward T. Hall

400

What is the cultural sensitivity?

Cultural sensitivity involves being aware of one's own cultural biases and assumptions while showing respect for the customs and norms of others.

500

Name a very well known cultural conflict which was caused by the dispute over whether slavery would be permitted to expand into the western territories, leading to more slave states, or be prevented from doing so, which many believed would place slavery on a course of ultimate extinction.

American Civil War

500

Explain the difference between indulgence and restraint dimensions.

Indulgence indicates that society allows relatively free gratification related to enjoying life and having fun.

Restraint indicates that society suppresses gratification of needs and regulates it through social norms.

500

In what year was the iceberg model introduced?

a) 1976

b) 1979

c) 1984

A

500

What is cultural hybridization?

As cultures come into contact with one another, they often blend and evolve, leading to the emergence of hybrid cultures that incorporate elements from multiple traditions and identities.