Reviewer 3rd Year Exam Multicultural Diversity
Reviewer 3rd Year Exam Multicultural Diversity
Reviewer 3rd Year Exam Multicultural Diversity
1. Which theory focuses on understanding how individuals from different cultures communicate?
Intercultural Communication Theory
2. The study of intercultural communication primarily aims to:
Understand cultural differences and improve communication
3. Which of the following is a component of intercultural communication competence?
Cultural empathy
4. What does Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions Theory aim to explain?
Cultural differences in values and behaviors
5. Which dimension of Hofstede’s theory measures the degree of inequality in power distribution within a culture?
Power Distance
6. In intercultural communication, what does the term "high-context culture" refer to?
Cultures where communication relies heavily on context and non-verbal cues
7. Which dimension of Hofstede’s theory refers to the extent to which members of a culture feel threatened by
ambiguous situations?
Uncertainty Avoidance
8. In Trompenaars’ model, which dimension focuses on whether people regard their identities as independent or
part of a group?
Individualism vs. Communitarianism
9. Which theory suggests that communication behaviors are learned and thus can be changed?
Social Learning Theory
10. What is one of the key goals of intercultural communication training?
To improve intercultural competence
11. Which cultural dimension is characterized by a preference for a loosely-knit social framework?
Individualism
12. In which type of culture is loyalty to the group considered more important than individual goals?
Collectivistic
13. Which cultural dimension assesses how much people value traditional male and female roles?
Masculinity vs. Femininity
14. A culture with high Uncertainty Avoidance is likely to:
Have strict rules and regulations
15. Which cultural dimension is associated with a focus on future rewards, such as perseverance and thrift?
Long-term Orientation
16. In a high-context culture, communication is often:
Indirect and implicit
17. Which dimension contrasts cultures that emphasize immediate gratification against those that control it?
Indulgence vs. Restraint
18. In Hofstede’s dimensions, which culture would likely have a strong adherence to hierarchical structures?
High Power Distance
19. What is a characteristic of a collectivist culture?
Preference for group harmony and consensus
20. Which dimension measures how cultures balance the enjoyment of life versus strict social norms?
Indulgence vs. Restraint
21. What is one of the benefits of having a diverse workforce in the hospitality industry?
Enhanced creativity and innovation
22. Which of the following is a challenge of managing a diverse workforce?
Potential for misunderstandings
23. What does "inclusion" in the workplace refer to?
Creating an environment where all employees feel valued and integrated
24. What is an important aspect of promoting diversity in the workplace?
Providing diversity training and education
25. Which practice helps in fostering an inclusive workplace?
Promoting open communication and feedback
26. What is a key benefit of cultural diversity in customer service?
Enhanced understanding of diverse customer needs
27. Which term describes the practice of valuing and leveraging differences in the workplace?
Diversity management
28. How can managers effectively address cultural conflicts in the workplace?
Through mediation and conflict resolution training
29. Which of the following is a strategy for improving intercultural communication in the workplace?
Providing intercultural communication training D. Limiting employee interaction
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