COPY: Chapter 2: What is culture? - Cultural Theories and Approaches

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What does Developing Intercultural Communicative Competence (ICC) help with?

Learning multiple programming languages

Efficient communication with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and different native languages (correct)

Enhancing physical fitness

Understanding complex mathematical theories

What is essential for enhancing ICC?

Understanding culturally different behavior styles (correct)

Perfecting the art of playing musical instruments

Having expertise in culinary arts

Mastering advanced driving techniques

What is crucial for individuals to have in order to adapt to culturally diverse environments?

Physical agility

Expertise in calligraphy

Knowledge of ancient history

Appreciation and acceptance of cultural differences (correct)

According to Byram (1997, p. 71), what ability is necessary for effective interaction with people from another country and culture?

Understand culturally different behavior styles Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT mentioned as a requirement for developing Intercultural Communicative Competence (ICC)?

Ability to sing in multiple languages Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary characteristic mentioned in the text for efficient communication with people from diverse cultural backgrounds?

Adequate responsiveness Signup and view all the answers

What is one purpose of filling in the circles with values as suggested in the text?

To understand one's perception of self Signup and view all the answers

How has the meaning of culture evolved over time according to the text?

From agriculture to cultivation of the mind Signup and view all the answers

Why is reflecting on factors affecting cultural identity important at the end of the course?

To understand the impact on perception of self Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of gaining sufficient knowledge about cultural differences?

To understand one's cultural identity better Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect was culture originally associated with according to the text?

Agricultural practices Signup and view all the answers

What is one suggested use of the completed circles activity according to the text?

For understanding one's perception of self Signup and view all the answers

What does culture consist of according to the text?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT mentioned as an element of culture in the text?

Astrology Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor that needs to be understood while working with diverse cultures?

Perceptions of time and space Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is mentioned as a measurable element of culture in the text?

Cultural norms Signup and view all the answers

What is the best approach to understanding the meaning of culture as per the text?

Objective scientific methods Signup and view all the answers

What kind of differences have empirical research revealed about cultural values according to the text?

Significant differences Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key aspects to include in a cultural guide for international students visiting your country?

Language Signup and view all the answers

Which area of study provides insights into intercultural communication according to the text?

Cultural anthropology Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT typically included as part of a cultural guide according to the text?

Rocket Science Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is essential to consider when discussing intercultural communicative competence?

Geography Signup and view all the answers

In what context can intercultural competence be particularly beneficial?

Business negotiations Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is crucial for effective leadership and management across diverse cultures?

Understanding cultural differences Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of culture according to the text?

Culture is transmitted across generations Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a stable cultural trait as mentioned in the text?

Religious beliefs Signup and view all the answers

How are cultural elements transmitted across generations according to the text?

Through enculturation Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the ability of cultural elements to assume various forms and express meaning?

Symbolism Signup and view all the answers

In the context of culture, what does 'shared' refer to?

Similar values, norms, and beliefs among individuals in a group Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by culture being a system of patterns?

Cultural elements have specific meanings in relation to each other Signup and view all the answers