12.3 Cultural Awareness

• What is cultural awareness defined as in the study material?

  Understand, appreciate, respect cultures
• Cultural awareness involves being mindful of how cultural elements affect communication
• Punctuality is highly valued in both German and British cultures.
• How does directness in communication differ between Germany and Britain?

  Germany is more direct
• Meal customs in Germany typically involve sit-down meals
• What forms of address are commonly used in Germany?

  Formal titles (Herr, Frau)
• Match the German-speaking country with its cultural characteristic:

  Germany ↔️ Strong work ethic

  Austria ↔️ Formal greetings

  Switzerland ↔️ Punctuality valued
• German-speaking countries are nations where German is an official language
• Switzerland has German as its only official language.

  False
• Which country uses German alongside Dutch and French as an official language?

  Belgium
• In Luxembourg, German is used alongside French and Luxembourgish
• Liechtenstein is a German-speaking country.
• What are three key values in German culture?

  Punctuality, formality, respect
• German culture emphasizes direct and clear communication
• German work ethic prioritizes productivity and efficiency.
• What are three verbs associated with cultural awareness in its definition?

  Understand, appreciate, respect
• In Germany, a firm handshake is a common form of greeting
• Punctuality is highly valued in both German and British cultures.
• What is cultural awareness defined as in the study material?

  Understand, appreciate, and respect
• Germans value punctuality more than the British.
• Match the cultural aspect with the corresponding country:

  Greetings: Firm handshake ↔️ Germany

  Greetings: Handshake or nod ↔️ Britain
• In Britain, meal customs are more casual
• Germans use formal titles like Herr or Frau in addresses.
• What are five German-speaking countries listed in the study material?

  Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Luxembourg
• German culture places a strong emphasis on a direct communication style
• Being late for an appointment is considered rude in Germany.
• What do cultural events and festivals showcase?

  History, traditions, and values
• What is cultural awareness?

  Understanding cultural differences
• The communication style in Germany is more direct
• What kind of emphasis is placed on work ethic in Germany?

  Strong emphasis on productivity
• Match the German festival with its key features:

  Oktoberfest ↔️ Bavarian culture, beer tents, music, food

  Carnival ↔️ Parades, costumes, street parties
• Guy Fawkes Night is a cultural event unique to Germany.

  False
• Cultural awareness involves understanding, appreciating, and respecting the values, beliefs, customs, and social norms of different cultures
• Name three countries where German is an official language.

  Germany, Austria, Switzerland
• Tardiness is considered highly rude in Germany.
• The communication style in Britain is more indirect
• What kind of balance is emphasized in British work ethic?

  Balanced work-life
• Oktoberfest is held in Cologne.

  False
• What are the key features of Carnival in Cologne?

  Parades, costumes, street parties
• Cultural stereotypes are generalizations about a group based on limited experiences