Two Americans Who Barely Know Each Other Are Conversing

question 25

Multiple Choice

Two Americans who barely know each other are conversing. Michael is African American and Kevin is Caucasian. Each has about as much to say as the other, but Kevin gazes at Michael much more than Michael gazes at Kevin. Which of the following inferences best illustrates cultural miscommunication?

• A) Kevin thinks that Michael might be hearing-impaired
• B) Michael thinks that Kevin might be vision-impaired
• C) Kevin thinks that Michael is inattentive
• D) Both Kevin and Michael think that the other is rude

---

Definitions:

Employers

Entities or individuals that hire and pay workers for their services.

Labor Union

An organized association of workers formed to protect and further their rights and interests through collective bargaining.

Interests and Aspiration

The desires, goals, or ambitions individuals or groups aim to achieve, often driving their actions and decisions.

Solidarity Unionism

A model of labor organization focusing on grassroots and collective action without formal union structure, emphasizing solidarity among workers.