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What does Trompenaars' model help in understanding about cultures?
What does Trompenaars' model help in understanding about cultures?
In Trompenaars' model, which dimension contrasts the importance of rules versus relationships?
In Trompenaars' model, which dimension contrasts the importance of rules versus relationships?
How do Universalist cultures typically view rules in relation to the situation?
How do Universalist cultures typically view rules in relation to the situation?
What is a key characteristic of particularist cultures?
What is a key characteristic of particularist cultures?
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What is the primary focus of the Individualism vs. Collectivism dimension in Trompenaars' model?
What is the primary focus of the Individualism vs. Collectivism dimension in Trompenaars' model?
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What does the Time dimension in Trompenaars' model address?
What does the Time dimension in Trompenaars' model address?
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In which countries are universalist cultural values most likely to be found?
In which countries are universalist cultural values most likely to be found?
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Which concept describes societies that prioritize the group over the individual?
Which concept describes societies that prioritize the group over the individual?
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What term best describes the way individuals in individualist societies are expected to behave?
What term best describes the way individuals in individualist societies are expected to behave?
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Which cultural orientation relies heavily on informal controls among members?
Which cultural orientation relies heavily on informal controls among members?
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In particularist cultures, what is more important than the letter of the law?
In particularist cultures, what is more important than the letter of the law?
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How do ties between individuals differ in individualist and collectivist societies?
How do ties between individuals differ in individualist and collectivist societies?
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Which statement accurately reflects individualist cultures?
Which statement accurately reflects individualist cultures?
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What distinguishes specific cultures from diffuse cultures?
What distinguishes specific cultures from diffuse cultures?
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Which of the following is primarily characteristic of a monochronic culture?
Which of the following is primarily characteristic of a monochronic culture?
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Which cultures are examples of diffuse cultures?
Which cultures are examples of diffuse cultures?
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What is the primary trait of sequential cultures?
What is the primary trait of sequential cultures?
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How do polychronic cultures typically manage time?
How do polychronic cultures typically manage time?
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What aspect of culture distinguishes a synchronic society from a sequential one?
What aspect of culture distinguishes a synchronic society from a sequential one?
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What is a common misconception about diffuse cultures regarding privacy?
What is a common misconception about diffuse cultures regarding privacy?
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Which culture is typically categorized as monochronic?
Which culture is typically categorized as monochronic?
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Which value is commonly associated with Chinese culture regarding family structure?
Which value is commonly associated with Chinese culture regarding family structure?
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Which cultural value is most strongly linked to African cultures based on the provided model?
Which cultural value is most strongly linked to African cultures based on the provided model?
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What cultural dimension contrasts how emotions are expressed in different cultures?
What cultural dimension contrasts how emotions are expressed in different cultures?
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In Trompenaars’ model, which dimension refers to the perspective of time in cultural contexts?
In Trompenaars’ model, which dimension refers to the perspective of time in cultural contexts?
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Which value reflects the concept of community involvement in European cultures?
Which value reflects the concept of community involvement in European cultures?
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Which aspect does the Internal Control vs. External Control dimension focus on?
Which aspect does the Internal Control vs. External Control dimension focus on?
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What cultural value is commonly associated with Latin American societies?
What cultural value is commonly associated with Latin American societies?
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Which value reflects a focus on hard work in one of the cultures mentioned?
Which value reflects a focus on hard work in one of the cultures mentioned?
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What characterizes neutral cultures in terms of emotional expression?
What characterizes neutral cultures in terms of emotional expression?
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In the context of Trompenaars' model, how does an achievement-oriented culture define status?
In the context of Trompenaars' model, how does an achievement-oriented culture define status?
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Which description fits diffuse societies in Trompenaars' model?
Which description fits diffuse societies in Trompenaars' model?
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What is a key trait of affective cultures regarding emotions?
What is a key trait of affective cultures regarding emotions?
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How do ascription-oriented cultures view status?
How do ascription-oriented cultures view status?
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Which of the following descriptions correctly contrasts specific and diffuse cultures?
Which of the following descriptions correctly contrasts specific and diffuse cultures?
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What effect does a neutral culture have on communication?
What effect does a neutral culture have on communication?
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Which statement best describes a cultural attitude towards physical contact in emotional expression?
Which statement best describes a cultural attitude towards physical contact in emotional expression?
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Study Notes
Culture and Communication
- Culture is a framework for communication.
- There are many cultural models, but Trompenaars’ model is a first step to understanding another culture.
- Trompenaars’ model helps you interact with another culture and predict responses.
- Each dimension in the model has two extreme tendencies on a continuum.
- The model is not black-and-white.
Universalism vs. Particularism
- Universalist cultures believe rules direct the situation.
- Particularist societies believe the situation directs the rules.
Individualism vs. Collectivism
- Individualist societies promote the individual over the group.
- Collectivist societies prioritize the group over the individual.
Neutral vs. Emotional/Affective
- Neutral societies promote non-emotional interactions.
- Emotional/Affective societies promote openly displaying emotions.
Achievement vs. Ascription
- Achievement orientation gives credit for what you do.
- Ascription orientation gives credit based on who you are.
Specific vs. Diffuse
- Specific societies promote functional relationships.
- Diffuse societies promote human relationships.
Time: Past – Present – Future Orientation
- Sequential societies promote a step-by-step approach.
- Synchronic societies promote simultaneously doing multiple things.
Time: Sequential vs. Synchronic
- Monochronic cultures value doing one thing at a time with order. They do not value interruptions.
- Polychronic cultures value doing multiple things simultaneously.
Internal Control vs. External Control
- Internal control - Belief that people are in control of their own lives.
- External control - Belief that external forces are in control of people's lives.
Comparing Values Across Countries
- Chinese - Filial Piety, Hard Work, Tolerance, Harmony
- European - Peace, Freedom, Respect for Nature, Equality, Freedom of Expression & Worship
- African - Self-Respect, Respect for Elders, Religion
- Middle Eastern - Obedience, Individualism, Education, Risk Taking
- Latin American - Religion, Good Manners, Tolerance, Family, Sacrifice
- North American - Personal Responsibility, Health & Hygiene, Self-Reliance
- South Asian - Family, Respect, Education
Role Play Activity
- Develop a scenario with two dimensions from Trompenaars’ model within 7 minutes.
- The class will guess which dimensions the scenario is based on.
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Explore the dimensions of Trompenaars’ cultural model in this quiz. Understand how different cultures approach communication through universalism, individualism, emotional expression, and achievement versus ascription. Test your knowledge of these essential concepts and improve your intercultural interactions.
