…the Rest of the Story Cultural Diversity

Smiling while talking about something sad is not unusual in which culture: 1. Greek 2. Chinese 3. Hmong

Two cultures that might point to an object by pursing their lips toward it: 1. Filipino and Venezuelan 2. Puerto Rican and Mexican 3. Samoan and Hawaiian

Who signals “Yes” by swiveling their heads side to side in what looks like “NO” to us? 1. Lebanese 2. Japanese 3. Saudis

Where is the “OK” sign the symbol for money: 1. Zimbabwe 2. Eastern Europe 3. Japan

Compared to American habits, who sits or stands too close: 1. Latin Americans 2. Middle Easterners 3. Muslims

It’s best not to pat the head of a child from: 1. Asia 2. The Middle East 3. The Caribbean Islands

A Western woman should not initiate a handshake with a man from : 1. India 2. China 3. Egypt

In Latin America, as in the US, good eye contact is important in both social and business situations. This is not true in what other countries: 1. The Middle East 2. Ghana 3. China

For better communication with WIC participants, do not: 1. Follow the participant’s lead in setting personal space. 2. Use hand and arm gestures with caution. 3. Interpret facial expressions carefully. 4. Force the participant to make eye contact with you.