One Model of Culture Is Based on a Tripartite Model

question 16

Multiple Choice

One model of culture is based on a tripartite model of three cultural prototypes: face,dignity,and honor.People in high ________ cultures seek to maintain group harmony and not insult others.Communication in these cultures is highly context dependent,meaning that people do not bluntly make requests or demands,but rather signal information subtly.

• A)relational
• B)face
• C)dignity
• D)honor

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Definitions:

Behavioural

Relating to or concerned with the actions or activities of living organisms; often used in psychology to refer to observable actions as a basis for study.

Favourable Attitude

A positive orientation or liking towards something, characterized by approval or support.

Relative Value

The worth or importance of something in relation to another item's worth, often used in economics and investing.

Source Factors

Characteristics of the communicator or source of information that affect the persuasiveness or effectiveness of the communication.