Scenario: Mr. Yoshimura Goes to Tennessee

question 14

Multiple Choice

Scenario: Mr. Yoshimura Goes to Tennessee
Mr. Yoshimura, vice president of quality control at Oshimura Yarn, has recently been assigned to a three-year project at the company's Tennessee plant. Mr. Yoshimura has brought his wife and his three daughters with him from Yokohama to Tennessee.
-Mr.Yoshimura and his family were initially very excited to see Tennessee but soon started missing their home,relatives and friends in Japan.They are facing ________.

• A) culture shock
• B) reverse culture shock
• C) expatriate failure
• D) cultural cringe

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Definitions:

Transition Theory

A theoretical framework describing and explaining the process individuals go through as they adapt to changes or transitions in their life circumstances.

Condition Of Change

The specific circumstances or requirements that facilitate or necessitate alteration or transformation in a system, process, or entity.

Availability Of Resources

The extent to which necessary resources, such as time, money, and materials, are accessible and adequate to meet needs or goals.

Milestones

Significant markers or events that signify progress or development in a particular process or journey.