20 Questions
According to the text, why was Kwang shocked when he first came to the Netherlands?
The Dutch give direct negative feedback
What did Kwang's Korean friend advise him to do in response to the Dutch culture?
Give direct negative feedback back to the Dutch
What were the consequences of Kwang not understanding the subtleties of appropriate behavior in the Netherlands?
He alienated his colleagues
What advice does the text give for working with cultures from quadrant A?
Accept their direct criticism in a positive manner
What does the text say about the direct criticism from cultures in quadrant A?
It is not meant to offend you
What is the main message of the text?
Cultural differences can lead to misunderstandings
What was one of the reasons why Kwang went too far in his behavior?
He didn't understand the subtleties of appropriate behavior
What did Kwang's reputation become as a result of his behavior?
Angry aggressor
What is the suggested approach for handling direct criticism from cultures in quadrant A?
Accept it in a positive manner
What is the risk of trying to handle direct criticism like cultures in quadrant A?
It may be offensive or inappropriate
According to the text, why did Kwang alienate his colleagues and sabotage his relationships?
He did not understand the subtleties of appropriate behavior in the Netherlands.
According to the text, why was Kwang shocked when he first came to the Netherlands?
The Dutch are rude and arrogant with their criticism.
What did Kwang's Korean friend advise him to do in response to the Dutch culture?
Be just as blunt with the Dutch as they are with him.
What is the suggested approach for handling direct criticism from cultures in quadrant A?
Accept direct criticism in a positive manner.
What were the consequences of Kwang not understanding the subtleties of appropriate behavior in the Netherlands?
All of the above.
What is the risk of trying to handle direct criticism like cultures in quadrant A?
All of the above.
What did Kwang's reputation become as a result of his behavior?
An angry aggressor.
What is the main message of the text?
Understand the subtleties of appropriate behavior in different cultures.
What advice does the text give for working with cultures from quadrant A?
Accept direct criticism in a positive manner.
What was one of the reasons why Kwang went too far in his behavior?
He did not understand the subtleties of appropriate behavior in the Netherlands.
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