Multiple choice

Personal space and time in South America is different from that in Canada. Travelers are...

  1. ...often surprised by how close people stand when speaking.

  2. ...often disgusted by how slow they drive.

  3. ...often discouraged by how "cold" they are to outsiders.

  4. ...rarely excited to spend time with locals.
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Explanation

South American cultures generally have a smaller personal space boundary compared to North American cultures like Canada. Consequently, locals tend to stand much closer to one another when engaging in conversation, which can initially surprise visitors.

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