Food & Dining
In this country, slurping noodles is considered a sign of appreciation and respect, not poor manners.
What is China
Apologizing often, even when you haven’t done anything wrong, is a regular part of daily life.
What is Canada
Rather than a handshake, people in this country greet each other with multiple cheek kisses, typically two or three. a) Italy b) Portugal c) Brazil
What is Brazil
In this country, it’s common for babies to nap outside in strollers, even in cold weather, as parents believe it strengthens their immune system.
a) Iceland b) Austraila c) Norway
What is Norway?
In this culture, silence is seen as a sign of respect in many situations, including during meals and on public transportation. a) Thailand b) Canada c) Japan
What is Japan
It’s common to eat with your hands, especially when enjoying dishes like curry and rice.
What is India
People in this country speak loudly and use animated hand gestures, as it’s a way to express passion, not anger.
What is Italy
In this culture, pouring drinks for elders with both hands and slightly turning your head away while drinking shows deep respect. a) South Korea b) China c) Thailand
What is South Korea
In this country, jaywalking is a big deal, and pedestrians are expected to follow traffic signals strictly. a) Russia b) Germany c) Belgium
What is Germany
In this country, it's customary to greet others with a nose kiss or forehead touch to show respect, especially among close friends and family. a) Australia b) Ireland c) New Zealand
What is New Zealand?
Here, meals are long, relaxed, and enjoyed over hours. Rushing through a meal is seen as disrespectful. a) Italy b) France c) Spain
What is France
Smiling at strangers in public is not a common practice here, and may even be considered suspicious.
What is Russia
Pointing with your index finger is considered rude here, so people use their thumb instead when giving directions. a) Monaco b) Indonesia c) Colombia
What is Indonesia
Being 15-30 minutes "late" to a social gathering is perfectly normal here and is not considered rude at all. a) Mexico b) France c) India
What is Mexico?
This country places great importance on maintaining eye contact during conversations as a sign of attentiveness and respect, especially in professional settings. a) USA b) Mexico c) Scotland
What is USA
This country’s traditional meals involve eating with injera, a spongy sourdough flatbread, instead of utensils. a) Japan b) Germany c) Ethiopia
What is Ethiopia
People here embrace silence and value quiet moments in conversation, avoiding unnecessary small talk. a) Japan b) Finland c) Sweden
What is Finland
Touching someone’s head, even a child’s, is seen as disrespectful because the head is considered sacred. a) Thailand b) New Zealand c) Mexico
What is Thailand?
It’s considered normal to split the bill evenly when dining out with friends in this country—this practice is called "going Dutch." a) Nepal b) Netherlands c) USA
What is the Netherlands
In this culture, never pointing your feet toward people or religious objects is seen as a sign of deep respect, as the feet are considered the lowest part of the body. a) Jamaica b) Chile c) Thailand
What is Thailand
In this country, fika—a coffee and pastry break—is a cherished daily ritual. a) Sweden b) Finland c) Norway
What is Sweden
Talking loudly or answering phone calls on public transportation is considered rude in this country. a) China b) Indonesia c) Japan
What is Japan
Public displays of affection (like kissing and hugging) are generally frowned upon in this country. a) Norway b) South Korea c) Saudi Arabia
What is Saudi Arabia
In this country, drinking tea all day long is a major part of hospitality and social life. a) UK b) Turkey c) China
What is Turkey
In this country, when entering someone's home, it is customary to offer a small gift as a sign of respect and gratitude. Additionally, it is considered impolite to refuse any food or drink offered to you as it symbolizes hospitality. a) Italy b) Greece c) Lithuania
What is Greece