Greetings
What is the traditional greeting in Japan?
bowing
In many Asian cultures, maintaining this type of eye contact during a conversation is considered disrespectful.
avoiding eye contact
In what country should people use only the right hand for eating, as the left hand is considered unclean?
The UAE
In many Muslim-majority countries, it is disrespectful for women to initiate a handshake with a man unless he does what first
not extending his hand first
In parts of Europe, it is customary to greet someone by kissing them on how many cheeks?
In some Latin American countries, using what type of hand gesture while speaking is seen as rude?
aggressive hand gestures
In what country should you wait to be seated and follow the lead of your host?
Japan
In some African cultures, it is considered rude to point at someone or something using what body part?
your index finger
In many parts of Asia, this is the proper way to introduce yourself to someone new.
bowing
In certain African cultures, standing with your hands on your hips is viewed as this type of body language.
assertive or confrontational body language
In Japan what signals you are still thirsty?
Avoid draining your cup completely
In Japan, what is considered rude to do in public or during a business meeting?
blow your nose
In some Latin American countries, what type of physical greeting is common between close friends or family members?
hug or embrace
What is considered common and not rude in communication in the USA?
Interrupting is common and not necessarily seen as rude
In the UAE what may be seen as rejecting the host's hospitality?
Refusing a cup of coffee or tea
In certain Islamic countries, what is inappropriate to use during a business interaction?
your left hand
What are the standard greetings in the USA?
A firm handshake, direct eye contact, and a friendly smile
In what countries it is considered rude to interrupt?
European countries
In what country should you be prepared to pay the entire bill as the host?
The UK
In Latin America, what should the person who extends the invitation do?
pay the bill