How Might a Business Letter to Someone from a Very

question 33

Multiple Choice

How might a business letter to someone from a very different culture differ from a business letter to someone from your own culture?

• A) in the salutation
• B) in the tone
• C) in the level of specificity of the information
• D) All responses are correct.

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Definitions:

Italy

A European country located in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, known for its rich history, culture, art, and contributions to Western civilization.

Great Britain

An island in the North Atlantic Ocean off the northwest coast of continental Europe, comprising England, Scotland, and Wales, and forming the major part of the United Kingdom.

Boumediene V. Bush

A 2008 U.S. Supreme Court case that ruled detainees at Guantanamo Bay have the right to challenge their detention in U.S. courts.

George W. Bush

The 43rd President of the United States, serving from 2001 to 2009, known for leading the country during the September 11 attacks and initiating the Iraq War.