- •Cultural Differences
- •Task 1. Read the text and say what new facts you have learnt. What things seem surprising or strange for you? we are all different
- •What other nationalities say about americans
- •Типові американці
- •Dealing with americans
- •General Points to Remember
- •Conversation Tips
- •Addressing People
- •11.2. What are the capital cities of the following countries?
- •11.3. Where are the following cities?
- •Did you know that? weird laws
- •Language of signs
- •On “do’s and don’ts” in greeting and addressing people in great britain
- •Business culture in ukraine
- •Punctuality and reliability in Ukraine
- •Interaction with Ukrainian government bodies
- •Work relationships in Ukraine
- •Some tips on ukrainian culture Ukrainian hospitality
- •Ukrainian Food
- •Drinking Customs in Ukraine
- •Crowded public transportation
- •Lack of punctuality
- •What makes a multicultural person?
- •Some family relations in algeria
- •Meeting a business associate At the airport
- •At the office
- •On a business trip – presentation
- •Around the world trip (quiz)
- •2. Saudi arabia. You want to hire a car to tour the country. Is that allowed?
Around the world trip (quiz)
1. CHINA. You are invited to a person’s house. Which of the following may cause offense?
a) blowing your nose; b) refusing the offer of food; c) not taking your shoes off before entering the house. |
2. Saudi arabia. You want to hire a car to tour the country. Is that allowed?
a) Yes, but you must take a test first; b) Yes, but only if you are not a woman; c) No, tourists have to travel by camel. |
3. FINLAND. You are planning to relax in a Finnish sauna. What should you wear?
a) nothing; b) a toweling robe; c) a bath hat. |
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4. CYPRUS. On a village tour, a local resident offers you a “glyco”. What should you do with it?
a) eat it, it’s a desert; b) ride it, it’s a bicycle; c) wear it, it’s a national dress. |
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5. MOROCCO. You would like to visit a mosque (a national Muslim church). Will you be allowed to go inside?
a) yes, but you are to remove your shoes; b) yes; c) you may enter only if you’re a Muslim. |
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6. SWEDEN. You go out for a meal. How many glasses of wine can you drink before driving back home?
a) none; b) two; c) any amount, there are no drink-driving laws. |
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7. SPAIN. You want to taste the local cuisine. How late can you eat out?
a) restaurants close at 9 p.m., so you have to finish your meal by this time; b) you can eat very late, because Spaniards often eat after 11 p.m.; c) Spanish restaurants stay open all night. |
8. USA. You are peacefully drinking a can of beer in Central Park. But suddenly you are approached by police. Why?
a) you are not allowed to drink alcohol in Central Park; b) you should use a glass or a straw; c) you should cover a bottle or a can with a piece of paper or some special package. |
9. SINGAPORE. You suggest a piece of chewing gum to your guide but he looks shocked. Why?
a) chewing gum is forbidden by law; b) chewing gum is given to animals; c) tour guides are forbidden to accept gifts. |
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10. JAPAN. Staying in a Japanese hotel you decide to relax in a traditional shared bath. What mustn’t you do in a bath tub?
a) stay too long; b) talk to other people there; c) you shouldn’t wash yourself. |
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