Chapter 3

Question 1

According to this chapter, ___________, _________, ___________, and ___________ can all be considered aspects of cultural frames.

Answer 1

chapter, values, traditions, cultural norms, and the nuances of language use

Question 2

Sharing information and personal details of one’s life is common in ________ cultures.

Answer 2

Collectivist

Question 3

When interpreting with members of other cultures, interpreters must be cognizant of the importance of:

Answer 3

Family connections, spirituality, concepts of time, physical boundaries, and work ethic

Question 4

Frequent _________ amongst Deaf members of diverse cultural backgrounds is imperative to well-rounded cross-cultural skills

Answer 4

social interactions

Question 5

Communication takes place between people who bring with them ________ and _______ memberships, both visible and invisible.

Answer 5

cultural, group

Question 6

________________ requires that we each identify our own cultural identity and group membership and understand how it influences our expectations in communication.

Answer 6

effective communication

Question 7

Cultural identity refers to:

Answer 7

the way one’s culture of birth influences a person’s beliefs and self-concept

Question 8

What are the three subsets of norms and values that culture can be divided into?

Answer 8

• material
• behavioral
• cognitive

Question 9

Communication can be defined as:

Answer 9

an exchange of ideas or information that happens in a culturally influenced communication environment

Question 10

Culture provides a ____ or ____ for living within a specified group of people.

Answer 10

frame, schema