COMMUNICATION BETWEEN CULTURES
10TH EDITION
CHAPTER 01 - INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION: A REQUIREMENT FOR THE
INTERDEPENDENT GLOBAL SOCIETY
1. How does the diversity in population growth influence intercultural communication within the interdependent
global society?
a. It necessitates the development of universal communication protocols to minimize diversity.
b. It enhances the richness of cultural exchanges, promoting deeper understanding across borders.
c. It prioritizes the dominance of single-culture perspectives in global discussions.
d. It diminishes the importance of learning about other cultures due to homogeneous global trends.
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The Interdependent Global Society
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
KEYWORDS: Blooms: Understand
2. What is the significance of food import reliance in the context of intercultural communication?
a. It underscores the necessity for stringent national policies to protect local economies.
b. It highlights the need for cross-cultural negotiations and agreements in international trade.
c. It signals a move towards self-sufficiency and reduced global interaction.
d. It indicates a declining trend in global food production and cultural exchange
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The Interdependent Global Society
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
KEYWORDS: Blooms: Understand
,3. Which of the following best exemplifies the need for intercultural communication competence in
international disaster response and mishap management?
a. Coordinating international aid for the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami
b. Global efforts to address climate change
c. Negotiating trade agreements between countries
d. Implementing public health campaigns in diverse communities
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The Requirement for Intercultural Cooperation
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
KEYWORDS: Blooms: Remember
4. How does globalization raise awareness for intercultural cooperation?
a. By emphasizing the need for cultural homogeneity in global markets
b. By highlighting the interconnectedness of world cultures and economies
c. By overshadowing individual cultural identities with a global culture narrative
d. By prioritizing the alignment of global policies over cultural understanding and respect
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The Requirement for Intercultural Cooperation
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
KEYWORDS: Blooms: Understand
5. What is a primary challenge that globalization presents to national governments?
a. Encouraging a singular global culture
b. Managing the implications of economic independence
c. Addressing demands on environmental, physical, and financial resources
, d. Simplifying international legal processes
ANSWER: c
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The Requirement for Intercultural Cooperation
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
KEYWORDS: Blooms: Understand
6. Why is global governance considered necessary in the context of intercultural cooperation?
a. To enforce cultural assimilation policies
b. To manage transnational problems through cooperative engagement
c. To prioritize economic growth over environmental concerns
d. To diminish the role of local governments in policy making
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The Requirement for Intercultural Cooperation
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
KEYWORDS: Blooms: Understand
7. Which of the following is based on the Western concept of individual effort, but isn’t consistent across all
cultures?
a. Treatment of the elderly
b. International copyright law
c. Local resource management
d. Religious practices
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The Requirement for Intercultural Cooperation
, QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
KEYWORDS: Blooms: Remember
8. How does intercultural communication facilitate the resolution of global challenges?
a. By limiting the exchange of ideas to like-minded cultures
b. By enabling shared understanding and mutual effort across cultures
c. By promoting a single language for international discourse
d. By discouraging the preservation of diverse cultural identities
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The Requirement for Intercultural Cooperation
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
KEYWORDS: Blooms: Understand
9. How does the increasing demand for energy resources contribute to the need for intercultural
communication?
a. It reduces the potential for political tensions between nations.
b. It requires international agreements to enforce regulations.
c. It eliminates the need for cross-cultural negotiations.
d. It guarantees equal access to resources for all nations.
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The Requirement for Intercultural Cooperation
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
KEYWORDS: Blooms: Understand