Question 1

Hofstede's data revealed four associations with the individualism-collectivism dimension: ______,geography,birth rates,and history.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Hofstede's data revealed four associations with the...

Question 2

Geert Hofstede's study identified value dimensions across which cultures vary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Restrained cultures have a lower percentage of very happy people and a common perception of helplessness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following is true of Japan?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is 75% Japanese. 
B)  It is one of the most heterogeneous cultures in the world. 
C)  All of its schools have the same curriculum. 
D)  It has a comparatively young population. 
A)  It is 75% Japanese. 
B)  It is one of the most heterogeneous cultures in the world. 
C)  All of its schools have the same curriculum. 
D)  It has a comparatively young population.

Question 5

The World Commission on Environment and Development (1987)defined ______ as "development which meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs."

Accepted Answer

sustainabi

Question 6

Compare and contrast long-term and short-term orientation cultures.

Accepted Answer

Varies,but should include definitions of

Question 7

The masculinity versus femininity dimension refers to how people define themselves and their relationships with others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The Trompenaars and Hampden-Turner dimension of ______ seems to be virtually identical to Hofstede's collectivism-individualism.

Accepted Answer

A)  collectivism-individualism 
B)  communitarianism-independence 
C)  communitarianism-individualism 
D)  collectivism-independence 
A)  collectivism-individualism 
B)  communitarianism-independence 
C)  communitarianism-individualism 
D)  collectivism-independence

Question 9

In Japanese culture,______ is the feeling of nurturing for and dependence on another.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In Japanese culture,______ is the feeling of...

Question 10

Long-term orientation encourages ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  thrift 
B)  spending 
C)  both thrift and spending 
D)  neither thrift nor spending 
A)  thrift 
B)  spending 
C)  both thrift and spending 
D)  neither thrift nor spending

Question 11

Discuss the two associations related to Hofstede's uncertainty avoidance dimension.

Accepted Answer

Varies,but should include the basics of

Question 12

Japan's culture has been characterized by an inability to adapt imported culture and technology to traditional culture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Discuss the two associations related to Hofstede's masculinity-femininity dimension.

Accepted Answer

Varies,but should include the basics of

Question 14

Which is the dimension that Hofstede added in a 2010 follow-up to his earlier studies?

Accepted Answer

A)  masculinity-femininity 
B)  power distance 
C)  long-term versus short-term orientation to life 
D)  indulgence versus self-restraint 
A)  masculinity-femininity 
B)  power distance 
C)  long-term versus short-term orientation to life 
D)  indulgence versus self-restraint

Question 15

A country high on the Environmental Sustainability Index (indicating high performance in environmental protection)is ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  China 
B)  Saudi Arabia 
C)  Sweden 
D)  United Kingdom 
A)  China 
B)  Saudi Arabia 
C)  Sweden 
D)  United Kingdom

Question 16

Homogeneity is important for understanding Japan's culture and communication.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Discuss Hofstede's individualism-collectivism dimension and provide examples of individualist and collectivist cultures.

Accepted Answer

Varies,but must include examples.This di

Question 18

According to Hofstede,in which type of culture does the interest of the group prevail over the interest of the individual?

Accepted Answer

A)  individualistic 
B)  masculine 
C)  collectivistic 
D)  feminine 
A)  individualistic 
B)  masculine 
C)  collectivistic 
D)  feminine

Question 19

Countries with a Germanic language (German,English,Dutch,Danish,Norwegian,Swedish)score ______ in power distance.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Countries with a Germanic language (German,English,Dutch,Danish,Norwegian,Swedish)score ______...

Question 20

According to Hofstede,in which type of culture are overlapping social roles for the sexes permitted?

Accepted Answer

A)  individualistic 
B)  masculine 
C)  collectivistic 
D)  feminine 
A)  individualistic 
B)  masculine 
C)  collectivistic 
D)  feminine

Hofstede's data revealed four associations with the individualism-collectivism dimension: ______,geography,birth rates,and history.

Geert Hofstede's study identified value dimensions across which cultures vary.

Restrained cultures have a lower percentage of very happy people and a common perception of helplessness.

Which of the following is true of Japan?

The World Commission on Environment and Development (1987)defined ______ as "development which meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs."

Compare and contrast long-term and short-term orientation cultures.

The masculinity versus femininity dimension refers to how people define themselves and their relationships with others.

The Trompenaars and Hampden-Turner dimension of ______ seems to be virtually identical to Hofstede's collectivism-individualism.

In Japanese culture,______ is the feeling of nurturing for and dependence on another.

Long-term orientation encourages ______.

Discuss the two associations related to Hofstede's uncertainty avoidance dimension.

Japan's culture has been characterized by an inability to adapt imported culture and technology to traditional culture.

Discuss the two associations related to Hofstede's masculinity-femininity dimension.

Which is the dimension that Hofstede added in a 2010 follow-up to his earlier studies?

A country high on the Environmental Sustainability Index (indicating high performance in environmental protection)is ______.

Homogeneity is important for understanding Japan's culture and communication.

Discuss Hofstede's individualism-collectivism dimension and provide examples of individualist and collectivist cultures.

According to Hofstede,in which type of culture does the interest of the group prevail over the interest of the individual?

Countries with a Germanic language (German,English,Dutch,Danish,Norwegian,Swedish)score ______ in power distance.

According to Hofstede,in which type of culture are overlapping social roles for the sexes permitted?

Defining Culture and Communication

Barriers to Intercultural Communication

Context, Perception, and Competence

Nonverbal Communication

Language as a Barrier

Dominant U.S.Cultural Patterns Using Value Orientation Theory

Religion and Identity

Culture and Gender

Immigration and Acculturation

Cultures Within Cultures

Identity and Subgroups

Contact Between Cultures

Future Challenges

Filters

Exam 6: Dimensions of Nation-State Cultures

Hofstede's data revealed four associations with the individualism-collectivism dimension: ______,geography,birth rates,and history.

Geert Hofstede's study identified value dimensions across which cultures vary.

Restrained cultures have a lower percentage of very happy people and a common perception of helplessness.

Which of the following is true of Japan?

The World Commission on Environment and Development (1987)defined ______ as "development which meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs."

Compare and contrast long-term and short-term orientation cultures.

The masculinity versus femininity dimension refers to how people define themselves and their relationships with others.

The Trompenaars and Hampden-Turner dimension of ______ seems to be virtually identical to Hofstede's collectivism-individualism.

In Japanese culture,______ is the feeling of nurturing for and dependence on another.

Long-term orientation encourages ______.

Discuss the two associations related to Hofstede's uncertainty avoidance dimension.

Japan's culture has been characterized by an inability to adapt imported culture and technology to traditional culture.

Discuss the two associations related to Hofstede's masculinity-femininity dimension.

Which is the dimension that Hofstede added in a 2010 follow-up to his earlier studies?

A country high on the Environmental Sustainability Index (indicating high performance in environmental protection)is ______.

Homogeneity is important for understanding Japan's culture and communication.

Discuss Hofstede's individualism-collectivism dimension and provide examples of individualist and collectivist cultures.

According to Hofstede,in which type of culture does the interest of the group prevail over the interest of the individual?

Countries with a Germanic language (German,English,Dutch,Danish,Norwegian,Swedish)score ______ in power distance.

According to Hofstede,in which type of culture are overlapping social roles for the sexes permitted?

Defining Culture and Communication

Barriers to Intercultural Communication

Context, Perception, and Competence

Nonverbal Communication

Language as a Barrier

Dominant U.S.Cultural Patterns Using Value Orientation Theory

Religion and Identity

Culture and Gender

Immigration and Acculturation

Cultures Within Cultures

Identity and Subgroups

Contact Between Cultures

Future Challenges

Filters