A) Why is culture important for communication?
Culture is important for communication because of the common basis for us to understand one another. Communication is more than language. Assumptions, values, expectations, feelings, ideas and common experiences that we share, these things defines a culture.
B) Why is command of English in itself no longer enough for accurate communication?
International English has played an important role in the globalization of our modern world and the mixing of many cultures. Since English is increasingly used in intercultural communication, it has become important for English speakers to train themselves to be aware both of their own culture and of the culture of the people they speak with.
C) Into what three parts can communication be divided?
communication can be divided in to three parts; 1. the sender, 2. the message and 3. the reciver.
D) What is ethnocentrism mean?
Ethnocentrism means viewing the world as if yout culture is the center of the universe from which everything and everybody is judged.
E) What is cultural relativism?
Cultural relativism means viewing other cultures as equals with your own. However, you are consciousof your own beliefs.
