Cultural awareness. Ebc

These people do not do business over dinner . . .

People believe american English is “better” than the british one in terms of pronunciation . . .

”so far, so good” means, there are problems . . .

Mexicans treat foreigners better than their own people . . .

They created the fast food concept . . .

You have to hold their business card with both of your hands as a sign of respect...

Japanese expect you to _______ when you stay hello to them.

The chinese and japanese cultures are very similar . . .

“Slang” is very informal language . . .

They do not appreciate being compared to americans . . .

Pasta is a chinese invention . . .

Japanese people like the british sense of humor . . .

These people do not like to kiss hello . . .

Unscramble this phrase ... “ similar / americans / to/ pretty/ scandinavians / are “

They like to get a little personal . . .

The mexican culture is pretty much influenced by . . .

“Time is money” is an american phrase . . .

“Mums the Word” means, I will keep your secret . . .

Kissing hello an american person in a business situation is considered “weird” . . .

They want perfection to be accomplished.

In these two cultures, people are unpunctual . . .

A strong handshake is recommendable . . .

The french perfume industry is not so good . . .

These people do not trust you easily...

The chinese and japanese do not mind being confused with each other . . . It is ok with them.