Unit- 1 A World Guide to Good Manners: How not to Behave Badly

 Unit- 1 

A World Guide to Good Manners: How not to Behave Badly

a.    Mention any one difference between the American and the Japanese greetings.

Ans- The Americans shake their hands while looking us straight in the eyes, whereas the Japanese bow and the more they respect the person, the more they should bow.

b.    What type of clothes should the Muslim women not wear in Muslim countries?

Ans- The Muslims women should not wear the clothes revealing the body in Muslim countries.

c.    Is your main meal of the day same as that in Britain?

Ans- No, it is not same as that in Britain. Our morning meal is the biggest meal of the day.

d.    In which countries do people prefer discussing business during meals?

Ans- In Britain and the United States, people prefer discussing business during meals.

e.    When is it necessary to print your business card in the local language?

Ans- In Japan, it is necessary to print your business card in the local language.

f.     Where does physical distance between the speakers play a significant role?

Ans- In South America and Mexico, the physical distance between the speaker plays a significant role.