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Religious Facts and Beliefs
Gestures
Language
Cultural Clothing
Behavior
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A) Mosque
A Muslim place of worship is called a... A) Mosque B) Church C) Synagogue
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B) The "thumbs-up"
In the west, this physical gesture which is seen as affirmative, can be seen as vulgar and offensive in other countries such as Russia, the Middle East, and parts of Greece. A) A downward nod B)The "thumbs-up" C) Clapping your hands D) An open smile
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C) Ikebana
Which of these is NOT a Japanese alphabet? A) Hiragana B) Katakana C) Ikebana
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This is apart of the digital camera & creates artificial light
What is Flash
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B) Remove your shoes
Before eating in a home in Japan, you must first, .... A) Drink beer B) Remove your shoes C) Stand on your head
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B) Sabbath
The day of the week for rest and religious observances is called... A) Independence Day B) Sabbath C) Dave Day
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C) You are mentally ill
Gestures such as pointing aggressively, scrunching your face, or raising your voice are commonly seen as you being mad or upset. In Kenya these gestures will people thing you are.... A) You are singing B) You are happy C) You are mentally ill D) You are greeting them
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C) English and Swahili
What are the official languages of Kenya? A) English and French B) German and Swahili C) English and Swahili
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C) Kaffiyeh
Among Arabs, the common headdress is called a... A) Panama hat B) Fez C) Kaffiyeh
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True, eating everything is impolite and leaving some is a symbol of abundance.
True or False? In Egypt, leaving food on your plate is a compliment to your host?
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Five times a day
How many times a day do Muslims stop everything and pray? Number between 1 and 10
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C) That he has an adulterous wife
In countries like Britain and the United States, the bunny ears for a photo are seem as a harmless joke. However, if done to a Brazilian man it is taken as... A) the he is physically unattractive B) That he is balding C) That he has an adulterous wife D) That he is evil
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A short piece taken from a longer piece
What is sound bite
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Molas
This art form comes to us from Panama, they are made of woven cotton to make textiles into clothing or blankets
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A) Grapes Each grape symbolizes a month of the year
It is Cuban tradition to eat 12 of this type of fruit on New Year's Eve. A)Grapes C) Kumquats B) Starfruit D) Bananas
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Dragon
In Chinese culture, this legendary reptilian monster with fiery breath is traditionally regarded as a symbol of good luck.
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B) Two men holding hands
In westernized countries, this act between two men can be seen as a homosexual act, however, in countries such as India, Muslim countries, and countries in Africa, it is a very common sign of friendship A) Two men kissing B) Two men holding hands C)Two women eating a meal together D) Two men in the car
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C) 5,000
How many languages are spoken worldwide, roughly? A) 20,000 B) 10,000 C)5,000 D) 1,000
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A) Bengal
In westernized countries, a nose ring can be seen as rebellious, however in some countries it stands for marriage, which country? A)Bengal B) Sudan C) Turkey D) Greece
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B) China
Long period of silence are common in this country, because it is highly respected. A) England B) China C) Paraguay
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Karma
Name the Hindu belief that life's fortunes are dictated by good or evil deeds in former lives.
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B) The Evil Eye
For Americans and Brits, the "ok" symbol means that everything is going good, in Kuwaiti, it is seen with this offensive meaning... A) A destructive black hole B) The Evil Eye C) Poverty in life D) Emptiness in love
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Namaste
How do you say "Hello" in Hindi?
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If you want a camera with the highest picture quality, what should you look at
This traditional Japanese garment is similar to a robe, what is its name? A)Misaki 岬 B) Doresu ドレス C) Mantoru マントル D) Kimono 着物
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4 pairs of shoes. One pair to wear to school, the second for the classroom, the next for gym, and the fourth are to use the restroom
Proper Japanese manners require school children to use how many different types of shoes at school? A) 1 C) 3 B) 2 D) 4