Famous Landmarks & Cultural Identity
What is the name of the tallest building in Saudi Arabia?
The Kingdom Tower (Jeddah Tower once completed)
What is the official language of Saudi Arabia?
Arabic
What is the rarest M&M color?
Brown
What is the term for the unwritten rules that guide social behaviour in a culture?
Cultural norms
True or False: It is acceptable to use your left hand to eat in Saudi Arabia.
False, using the right hand is preferred for eating and handshakes.
Which Saudi landmark is known as the "Edge of the World"?
Jebel Fihrayn
What is the term for the unique way a person speaks, influenced by their region and background?
Accent or dialect
The popular series Squid Game was produced in which country?
South Korea
In many cultures, what special occasion is often celebrated with a rite of passage, such as a religious or family ceremony?
Coming-of-age traditions
True or False: Tipping in restaurants is expected in every country.
False. Some cultures, like Japan, consider tipping unnecessary or even rude.
What famous historical trade route connected Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, influencing cultural exchange?
The Silk Road
What happens to a language when fewer people speak it over time?
It becomes endangered or extinct.
In a website browser address bar, what does “www” stand for?
World wide web
Which country is known as “the land of no rivers”?
Saudi Arabia. Most of their fresh water comes from desalinization plants or underground reservoirs.
True or False: In some cultures, arriving late is not considered rude.
True. In some cultures, being slightly late is normal and not seen as disrespectful.
Why do some people feel a loss of cultural identity when moving abroad?
They may struggle to maintain traditions, language, or values in a new environment.
What is cultural code-switching, and when do people use it?
Changing between languages or speech styles based on social context, often used by bilingual speakers.
True or False: Stereotypes are always based on facts.
False. While they may contain some truth, they are often exaggerated or misleading.
In some cultures, making direct eye contact is a sign of confidence. In others, it can be considered what?
Disrespectful or confrontational
What is a cultural faux pas related to gift-giving in China?
Giving a clock as a gift symbolizes death and bad luck.
In a globalized world, what is a challenge faced by people with mixed cultural backgrounds?
Struggling with dual identities or feeling like they don’t fully belong to one culture.
What is code-switching, and why do people do it?
Switching between two languages or speech styles depending on the social context.
What is the danger of believing in national stereotypes?
It can lead to discrimination, misunderstandings, and unfair assumptions.
What is the difference between high-context and low-context cultures?
High-context cultures rely on indirect communication and shared understanding, while low-context cultures use explicit, direct language.
What is an example of a misunderstanding caused by body language in different cultures?
Nodding can mean "yes" in some countries and "no" in others, like Bulgaria and Greece.