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Belajar Soal Bahasa Inggris Kelas 9 SMP Tentang Cultural Awareness (Greetings & Customs)

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Cultural Awareness (Greetings & Customs)

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Mempelajari tentang budaya dan tradisi terkait dengan salam dan kebiasaan.

Jenjang Pendidikan : SMP
Mata Pelajaran : Bahasa Inggris
Kelas : SMP Kelas 9
Waktu :15 Menit

Jul 08, 2025   |   11 views

Which of the following is a common greeting in many Asian cultures?

A. Handshake
B. Verbal greeting with a bow
C. High five
D. Kiss on the cheek

Pembahasan :
Bowing is a traditional greeting in many Asian cultures, particularly in East Asia, signifying respect and deference. Handshakes are less common in these cultures than bowing.

In some cultures, it is considered rude to:

A. Ask someone about their day
B. Touch someone's arm or shoulder
C. Offer help to someone in need
D. Compliment someone on their appearance

Pembahasan :
Touching someone's arm or shoulder can be considered disrespectful in many cultures, particularly in East Asia and some parts of the Middle East. It's often seen as intrusive or overly familiar.

What is the significance of 'Namaste' in India?

A. A formal handshake
B. A greeting accompanied by a slight bow and hands pressed together
C. A type of dance
D. A common expression of anger

Pembahasan :
'Namaste' (or Namaskar) is a respectful greeting in India. It involves a slight bow with hands pressed together at the heart chakra, signifying reverence and acknowledging the divine within the other person.

Which of these customs is generally associated with showing respect in many Latin American countries?

A. Taking off shoes before entering a home
B. Offering a business card with a firm handshake
C. Wearing formal attire at all times
D. Speaking in a loud voice

Pembahasan :
Taking off shoes before entering someone's home is a common sign of respect in many Latin American countries. It symbolizes leaving the outside world behind and entering a private space.

In many cultures, it's polite to avoid:

A. Making eye contact
B. Discussing personal finances
C. Asking direct questions
D. Expressing disagreement politely

Pembahasan :
Discussing personal finances is generally considered impolite in many cultures, particularly in some Asian and Middle Eastern countries. It can be seen as a breach of privacy.

What does 'It's a pleasure to meet you' typically mean?

A. I am very busy
B. I am glad to make your acquaintance
C. I am sorry to see you
D. I am not interested in talking to you

Pembahasan :
'It's a pleasure to meet you' is a polite and common greeting used when meeting someone for the first time, expressing happiness about the meeting.

Which of the following is often seen as a sign of politeness in many cultures?

A. Speaking loudly
B. Interrupting others
C. Listening attentively
D. Talking about oneself extensively

Pembahasan :
Listening attentively is a fundamental aspect of politeness in most cultures. It shows respect for the speaker and encourages further conversation.

What is the meaning of 'Shalom'?

A. Goodbye
B. Peace
C. Thank you
D. Hello

Pembahasan :
'Shalom' is a Hebrew word that means both 'hello' and 'goodbye,' but it primarily signifies 'peace.' It is a common greeting and farewell in many Jewish cultures.

In some cultures, presenting a gift with both hands is considered:

A. A sign of disrespect
B. A sign of sincerity and respect
C. A sign of generosity
D. A sign of formality

Pembahasan :
Presenting a gift with both hands is a sign of respect in many cultures, particularly in East Asia and some parts of the Middle East. It shows that the gift is valuable and the giver is showing gratitude.

Which cultural practice might be considered rude in a Westernized environment?

A. Smiling at someone
B. Maintaining eye contact
C. Offering a small token of appreciation
D. Using polite language

Pembahasan :
Maintaining eye contact is often considered a sign of honesty and attentiveness in Western cultures, but in some Asian cultures, it can be perceived as disrespectful or challenging.