additional pointers

Question 1

is the personal disorientation a person may feel when experiencing an unfamiliar way of life due to immigration or a visit to a new country, or to a move between social environments.

Answer 1

Culture Shock

Question 2

has unique cultural and historical development

Answer 2

Philippines

Question 3

One of the most common causes of culture shock involves_______________.

Answer 3

individuals in a foreign country.

Question 4

is a byproduct of the confluence of socio-cultural, political and religious perspectives of different nationalities.

Answer 4

Filipino personality

Question 5

“unity of Asian, American and European cultural influences”

Answer 5

Filipino

Question 6

refers to Filipinos’ openness to others especially to their friends and relatives.

Answer 6

Pakikipagkapwa – tao

Question 7

Filipinos valued most their loved ones.

Answer 7

Family-Oriented.

Question 8

one of the major reasons for their triumphs and sacrifices and source of name, support and security.

Answer 8

Family

Question 9

Filipinos manifest a sense of humor whether in bad times or good times. No matter how difficult the situation a Filipino will try to find its brighter side.

Answer 9

Joy and Humor.

Question 10

Filipinos’ willingness to share what they have and help those in need are clearly shown in times of trials and difficulties.

Answer 10

Generosity and Helpfulness

Question 11

This is the reason why employers abroad have high respect to Overseas Filipino Workers.

Answer 11

Strong Work Ethic

Question 12

One of the best assets of Filipinos is being _______________.

Answer 12

hardworking

Question 13

Filipinos are known for strong religious faith which are manifested in devotions, attending prayer meetings and religious services.

Answer 13

Faith and Religiosity.

Question 14

Filipinos could endure through difficult times. They are resilient and have the will power to overcome trials and challenges in life

Answer 14

Ability to survive

Question 15

refers to pushing each other down to clear the way for personal gain. This is most evident during election time or when there is competition for promotion among colleagues.

Answer 15

Crab mentality.

Question 16

The breadwinner of the family has tendency to support one’s family at all cost even if it means committing illegal and immoral acts.

Answer 16

Extreme family-centeredness.

Question 17

Filipinos have relaxed attitude towards time

Answer 17

Lack of Discipline

Question 18

deviates from its original meaning of being early as what the early Filipino farmers exemplified.

Answer 18

Filipino time

Question 19

Filipinos tend to prefer foreign products instead of patronizing Filipino-made. We have the stigma to look at foreign products and talents as superior to our own.

Answer 19

Colonial Mentality

Question 20

We have the tendency to be superficial in the face of serious problems. Oftentimes, we give emphasis on form rather than substance.

Answer 20

Lack of Self-Analysis and Self-Reflection

Question 21

is an external or visible indicator of one’s social position or economic status.

Answer 21

Social Symbol

Question 22

It has the function to “facilitate the transmission of culture from group to group, facilitate preservation and promote the harmony of the group”

Answer 22

Social symbol

Question 23

In a commercial society, wealth and money are considered status symbols.

Answer 23

Material possessions

Question 24

uniform symbolizes membership or rank in an organization.

Answer 24

Societal recognition

Question 25

represents one’s honor and identity such as the military symbol of excellence.

Answer 25

Societal recognition

Question 26

The heart shape is a symbol that expresses the “heart” in its symbolic sense as the center of emotion

Answer 26

Symbol of love

Question 27

The _________ shape is a symbol that expresses the “heart” in its symbolic sense as the center of emotion

Answer 27

heart

Question 28

The Christians used symbolically the dove for peace symbol as the peace Christ has given them through the power Holy Spirit. As believers of Christ, they are always challenged to live and share the same spirit of peace to others.

Answer 28

Symbol of peace

Question 29

It represents a particular nation

Answer 29

Flag symbol