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Cultural Expectations in Germany for the Professional Setting: The Do's and Don'ts

Quiz by Stephanie Krick

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  • Q1
    At a business or social meeting, you should shake hands with....
    The nearest people to you.
    Everyone present.
    The first person you meet.
    Only the people you like.
    30s
  • Q2
    Which hand gestures are not acceptable to use in public?
    A "thumbs up" gesture.
    Making hands into two fists.
    Waving the hand to signal saying hello from a distance.
    The "okay" sign.
    30s
  • Q3
    When greeting someone at a meeting, you should address the person by.....
    A simple "Hi, how are you" is fine.
    The first name.
    The last name.
    The person's title.
    30s
  • Q4
    What should you do if you know you will be late for a business meeting?
    Don't call to explain you will be late; punctuality is not crucial.
    Show up late with no explanation because the last meeting didn't start on time anyway.
    Reschedule the meeting.
    Call with an explanation that you will be delayed.
    30s
  • Q5
    You are doing a practicum teaching English at a German school and just completed an intensive week of student teaching. You are disappointed when you don't receive any positive feedback from your mentor. How should you handle this?
    Tell the mentor that they are being rude by not giving you enough praise.
    Ask the mentor how much they enjoyed your teaching.
    Complain to the school principle that the mentor isn't nice.
    Ask the mentor teacher if there is any feedback they would like to provide that could help you improve your teaching skills.
    30s
  • Q6
    What should you keep in mind regarding dining with business associates?
    A home-cooked meal at your house is preferable to a restaurant.
    Always invite your spouse or partner.
    Business lunches are preferred over breakfast, should be kept to social conversation unless the host indicates otherwise, and at dinner parties, always wait for the host to make a toast and take the first drink before having your own.
    30s
  • Q7
    What are some common etiquette rules when dining with Germans?
    Use your fingers to eat sandwiches, fruit, and other finger foods.
    Do not use a knife to cut potatoes or dumplings.
    Always leave food on your plate when you are done eating.
    Keep your hands in your lap, not on the table.
    30s
  • Q8
    What types of gifts are acceptable to give?
    Personal items.
    Extravagant gifts.
    Wine.
    Books, bourbon, whiskey, classical music, chocolate, American-made gifts, & flowers - yellow or tea roses [avoid red roses (love symbol), carnations (mourning), & yellow or white chrysanthemums and calla lilies (used in funerals only).
    30s
  • Q9
    Which custom is considered appropriate regarding etiquette in dining between men and women?
    The man should follow behind the woman when entering a restaurant.
    A woman should not feel inhibited to invite a German man to dinner for business and will not have any problems paying.
    Women should be independent and not wait for the man to open the door of the restaurant.
    A man should walk on the right side of a woman when walking in public.
    30s

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