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Which country is it considered offensive to make prolonged eye contact?
Which country is it considered offensive to make prolonged eye contact?
Where is it considered inappropriate to greet someone with a 'bise' when introduced?
Where is it considered inappropriate to greet someone with a 'bise' when introduced?
Which country is it considered offensive to wear a hat in the presence of older people?
Which country is it considered offensive to wear a hat in the presence of older people?
In which country is it considered rude to fail to greet a salesperson?
In which country is it considered rude to fail to greet a salesperson?
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In which country is it expected to shake hands with everyone in a room?
In which country is it expected to shake hands with everyone in a room?
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Which form of the verb 'être' is correct for the sentence 'Marie est allemande.'?
Which form of the verb 'être' is correct for the sentence 'Marie est allemande.'?
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Which form of the adjective 'indépendant' is correct for the sentence 'Pauline et Sophie sont indépendantes.'?
Which form of the adjective 'indépendant' is correct for the sentence 'Pauline et Sophie sont indépendantes.'?
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Which form of the adjective 'suisse' is correct for the sentence 'Les étudiants suisses sont sincères.'?
Which form of the adjective 'suisse' is correct for the sentence 'Les étudiants suisses sont sincères.'?
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Which form of the adjective 'espagnol' is correct for the sentence 'Les filles espagnoles sont patientes.'?
Which form of the adjective 'espagnol' is correct for the sentence 'Les filles espagnoles sont patientes.'?
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Which form of the adjective 'sénégalais' is correct for the sentence 'Paul et Yves sont des amis sénégalais.'?
Which form of the adjective 'sénégalais' is correct for the sentence 'Paul et Yves sont des amis sénégalais.'?
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Study Notes
Cultural Etiquette Around The World
- In some cultures, prolonged eye contact can be interpreted as a sign of aggression or disrespect. This is particularly true in some Asian and Middle Eastern countries.
- In France, it is considered inappropriate to greet someone with a "bise" (a kiss on both cheeks) when introduced. The “bise” is usually reserved for close friends and family members.
- In some Asian cultures, it is considered disrespectful to wear a hat in the presence of older people. This is because hats can be seen as a symbol of authority or power, and wearing one in front of someone older can be seen as a challenge to their authority.
- In many countries, it is considered rude to fail to greet a salesperson. This is because it is seen as a sign of disrespect for the person's time and effort.
- In some countries, it is expected to shake hands with everyone in a room upon entering. This is often seen as a way of showing respect and building rapport.
French Grammar
- The correct form of the verb "être" for the sentence "Marie est allemande" is "est." This is the third-person singular form of "être," which is used with singular subjects.
- The correct form of the adjective "indépendant" for the sentence "Pauline et Sophie sont indépendantes" is "indépendantes." This is the feminine plural form of "indépendant," which is used with plural feminine nouns.
- The correct form of the adjective "suisse" for the sentence "Les étudiants suisses sont sincères" is "suisses." This is the masculine plural form of "suisse," which is used with plural masculine nouns.
- The correct form of the adjective "espagnol" for the sentence "Les filles espagnoles sont patientes" is "espagnoles." This is the feminine plural form of "espagnol," which is used with plural feminine nouns.
- The correct form of the adjective "sénégalais" for the sentence "Paul et Yves sont des amis sénégalais" is "sénégalais." This is the masculine plural form of "sénégalais," which is used with plural masculine nouns.
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Test your knowledge of good manners around the world with this quiz! Learn which behaviors could be offensive in specific places, such as making prolonged eye contact in Ivory Coast, greeting with a "bise" in a professional setting, wearing a hat in front of older people in Vietnam, and more. Explore cultural etiquette and improve your global etiquette skills!
