Sue has an issue with her best friend. Rather than state the problem directly, Sue talks indirectly about the issue so her friend won't be embarrassed. With which type of cultural affiliation does Sue most likely identify?

A. Polychronic
B. Low-context
C. Collectivistic
D. High-context


Answer: D

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Johnny is a freshman and is giving a presentation to the newspaper editor. He wants to impress the editor and wants it to be listenable. What should he do?

A. use broad and technical vocabulary B. don't tell the editor what is coming next; surprise is better C. use a structure that lays out clear signposts for the editor D. don't worry about cohesiveness or flow

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According to your text, a combination of your central idea and a summary of your main points is known as the

a. general purpose. b. specific purpose. c. central idea. d. blueprint.

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To build ________ is to create the perception that your listeners see things similarly to the way you do.

A. pathos B. rapport C. credibility D. ethos

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Explain how conflict management is cultural, and give an example of when one conflict style might work for one culture but not another.

What will be an ideal response?

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