Tag: culture

Questions Related to culture

What do you think is true about informing to the host / business associate if you are arriving late to a meeting?
general knowledge culture

  1. Arriving late is part of the culture and it will be understood by the host / business associate

  2. 10 – 15 minutes of delay is not actually a matter of concern

  3. Arriving late is considered as a sign of unreliability. We should inform the host about our delay

  4. We do not have to inform as our manager is not very particular about the timings

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Correct Option: C

What is the formality when you get introduced to a person in business interactions
general knowledge culture

  1. Extended handshake

  2. A firm handshake, addressing them with their last name & title

  3. A firm handshake, addressing them with their first name & title

  4. Kiss on the cheeks & say “Hello”

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Correct Option: B

Select True or False. “People from Wallonia tend to place more emphasis on hierarchy than those from Flanders, but both appreciate a certain level of structure and procedures.”
general knowledge culture

  1. True

  2. False

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Correct Option: A

Select True or False. “Relationships are an important part of Belgian business culture. Whether at the beginning of a meeting or during lunch, it is important to take the time to get to know your Belgian counterparts before discussing business.”
general knowledge culture

  1. True

  2. False

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Correct Option: A

Select True or False. “It is considered as impolite if their ideas questioned in any business or technical discussions?”
general knowledge culture

  1. True

  2. False

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Correct Option: B

Which country is considered as origin for French Fries?
general knowledge culture

  1. Germany

  2. France

  3. Belgium

  4. Netherlands

  5. United States

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Correct Option: C

Business travelers going to France / Belgium should prepare for what to expect during business negotiations. From the list below, choose effective strategies for conducting business:
general knowledge culture

  1. Be prompt, but know that meetings rarely end on time

  2. Greet your host with a firm handshake and pumping action

  3. A top executive should present at the first meeting

  4. Prepare rational arguments supported by facts

  5. Feel free to remove your jacket and loosen your tie whenever you like

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Correct Option: A,C,D

From the list below, choose the tips for getting along with French people
general knowledge culture

  1. Keep compliments sincere and low-key

  2. Study at least a few key phrases in French, and use them

  3. Greet people with a quick, and light handshake

  4. Talk about your personal life and family to build rapport

  5. Dress and behave more formally than you would in India

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Correct Option: A,B,C,E

French characteristics should be understood and respected to achieve successful business negotiations. From the list below, select national characteristics of the French people:
general knowledge culture

  1. French debate is logical and persuasive

  2. The French adheres to agendas and time frames

  3. French leadership is autocratic

  4. The French gather information through dialogue rather than facts and figures

  5. French society is status-conscious and hierarchical

  6. Individuals take personal responsibility

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Correct Option: A,C,D,E,F

To develop relationship and business negotiations with the people of a specific country, what should be the primary focus to gather information on
general knowledge culture

  1. Culture

  2. Manners

  3. Customs

  4. History

  5. Current events

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Correct Option: A,B,C,D,E