Jack is dating LuAnn, a native oriental woman who just immigrated to the United States with her family. After having dinner with LuAnn and her family, Jack complemented LuAnn's mother on the meal and asked what the delicious entree was. She responds, "roast dog". Jack now feels uncomfortable with in LuAnn's home and has serious doubts about his future with her. Jack's sense of disorientation is an example of __________.
a. psychocentrism
b. cultural relativity
c. relavist fallacy
d. cultural shock
Answer: d. cultural shock
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