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TRUE/FALSE: Write true or false before each statement. 1.Our world is becoming increasingly interdependent. 2.One source for communicating effectively is knowing that gestures are universally understood. 3.Differences in worldviews, values, and communication styles can all contribute to difficulty in achieving a “shared understanding.” 4.The more two people are alike in terms of cultural and linguistic differences, the greater the likelihood that there will be communication breakdowns. 5.Nonverbal communication factors are unimportant to consider when communicating crossculturally.   MULTIPLE CHOICE: Circle the letter of the choice that best completes the statement. 6.Which of the following communication factors is influenced by culture? a.Standing or sitting close to others b.Being very conscious about time c.Being more group-oriented d.Speaking a different language e.All of the above are influenced by culture. 7.The study of how different cultures use space is called: a.Chronemics b.Kinesics c.Proxemics d.Vocalics e.Oculesics 8.A set of rigid and unfavorable attitudes toward a particular group or groups that is formed in disregard of facts is called: a. Racism b. Discrimination c. Scapegoating d. Prejudice e. Stereotyping 9.Overcoming personal biases is NOT assisted by which of the following? a. Recognizing the various ways in which we communicate our biases b. Acknowledging that racism/sexism and discrimination still exist today c. Acknowledging how history continues to influence our current thinking d. Placing blame on someone for past interactions you’ve had with others e. Knowing the terminology used for discriminating bias 10.Intercultural competencies include which of the following? a. Believing that people across cultures communicate in similar ways b. Treating everyone with dignity and respect c. Assuming someone’s inability to speak English is a sign of low intelligence d. Recognizing that there is no need to understand different cultures e.Making use of stereotypes since you already have them