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In the Netherlands, which of the following is an unusual common public practice?
Cycle everywhere
false
Netherlands
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In the Netherlands, which of the following is an unusual common public practice?
Using deodorant
false
Netherlands
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In the Netherlands, which of the following is an unusual common public practice?
Tipping generously
true
Netherlands
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In the Netherlands, which of the following is an unusual common public practice?
Talking loudly on the phone.
false
Netherlands
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In Korean dining etiquette, what is a common practice regarding drinks and paying for the meal?
Everyone pays for their own meal and drinks.
false
South Korea
5
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In Korean dining etiquette, what is a common practice regarding drinks and paying for the meal?
Younger people pour drinks for the elders and the elders pay for the meal.
true
South Korea
6
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In Korean dining etiquette, what is a common practice regarding drinks and paying for the meal?
The person who is older always pays, regardless of who did the invitation
false
South Korea
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In Korean dining etiquette, what is a common practice regarding drinks and paying for the meal?
It's common to split the bill evenly amongst all diners, regardless of age.
false
South Korea
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2
What is not an uncommon aspect in Nigeria?
Emphasis on community and collective responsibility
false
Nigeria
9
2
What is not an uncommon aspect in Nigeria?
Celebrating Thanksgiving
true
Nigeria
10
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What is not an uncommon aspect in Nigeria?
Individualism and self-reliance
false
Nigeria
11
2
What is not an uncommon aspect in Nigeria?
Large-scale consumption of fast food as a cultural practice.
false
Nigeria
12
3
Which is the preferred way of cooking eggs for Spanish people?
Scrambled
false
Spain
13
3
Which is the preferred way of cooking eggs for Spanish people?
Poached
false
Spain
14
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Which is the preferred way of cooking eggs for Spanish people?
Omelette
true
Spain
15
3
Which is the preferred way of cooking eggs for Spanish people?
Over-easy
false
Spain
16
4
In Moroccan culture, how do people typically greet people they know on the street?
By saying "peace be upon you"
true
Morocco
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In Moroccan culture, how do people typically greet people they know on the street?
By saying "hello"
false
Morocco
18
4
In Moroccan culture, how do people typically greet people they know on the street?
By hugging them
false
Morocco
19
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In Moroccan culture, how do people typically greet people they know on the street?
By giving a casual nod.
false
Morocco
20
5
In India, what are the common tools people do not use to consume food?
With their hands
false
India
21
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In India, what are the common tools people do not use to consume food?
With chopsticks
true
India
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5
In India, what are the common tools people do not use to consume food?
With a knife and fork
true
India
23
5
In India, what are the common tools people do not use to consume food?
With a spoon and fork.
false
India
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6
In UK culture, which sport is considered one of the most significant parts of its culture?
Football
true
United Kingdom
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In UK culture, which sport is considered one of the most significant parts of its culture?
Baseball
false
United Kingdom
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In UK culture, which sport is considered one of the most significant parts of its culture?
American Football
false
United Kingdom
27
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In UK culture, which sport is considered one of the most significant parts of its culture?
Basketball.
false
United Kingdom
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7
In Vietnamese culture, what is a favorite dish to pair with rice in a family dinner meal?
Blended plant-based broth
false
Vietnam
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In Vietnamese culture, what is a favorite dish to pair with rice in a family dinner meal?
Stir-fried vegetable
true
Vietnam
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In Vietnamese culture, what is a favorite dish to pair with rice in a family dinner meal?
A bowl of steamed rice
false
Vietnam
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In Vietnamese culture, what is a favorite dish to pair with rice in a family dinner meal?
Fish sauce
false
Vietnam
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8
In Malaysian culture, how should one give or receive items to show respect?
With the right hand or both hands
true
Malaysia
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8
In Malaysian culture, how should one give or receive items to show respect?
With the left hand
false
Malaysia
34
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In Malaysian culture, how should one give or receive items to show respect?
With a nod, avoiding hand contact
false
Malaysia
35
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In Malaysian culture, how should one give or receive items to show respect?
Tossing the item gently to the other person.
false
Malaysia
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In Malaysian culture, how should items be given or received to show respect?
with the right hand or both hands
true
Malaysia
37
9
In Malaysian culture, how should items be given or received to show respect?
with a slight bow
false
Malaysia
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In Malaysian culture, how should items be given or received to show respect?
with the left hand only
false
Malaysia
39
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In Malaysian culture, how should items be given or received to show respect?
while making direct eye contact.
false
Malaysia
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10
In a Chilean cultural context, what is never done when greeting women that are not your close friends or relatives?
shaking hands
false
Chile
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In a Chilean cultural context, what is never done when greeting women that are not your close friends or relatives?
a kiss in the cheek
false
Chile
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In a Chilean cultural context, what is never done when greeting women that are not your close friends or relatives?
just saying "hi" from a distance
false
Chile
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In a Chilean cultural context, what is never done when greeting women that are not your close friends or relatives?
briefly bowing, bending your waist
true
Chile
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11
What advice is commonly given in Zimbabwe regarding the consumption of food to eliminate bacteria and aid digestion?
Eating food with lots of spices and herbs
false
Zimbabwe
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What advice is commonly given in Zimbabwe regarding the consumption of food to eliminate bacteria and aid digestion?
Consuming food right out of the refrigerator
false
Zimbabwe
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What advice is commonly given in Zimbabwe regarding the consumption of food to eliminate bacteria and aid digestion?
Eating warm or hot food
true
Zimbabwe
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What advice is commonly given in Zimbabwe regarding the consumption of food to eliminate bacteria and aid digestion?
Including raw food in every meal.
false
Zimbabwe
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12
What is a traditional greeting exchanged between two old schoolmates in Egypt?
Greetings of peace upon you
false
Egypt
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12
What is a traditional greeting exchanged between two old schoolmates in Egypt?
Salamo beko
false
Egypt
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12
What is a traditional greeting exchanged between two old schoolmates in Egypt?
El salam aliko
true
Egypt
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What is a traditional greeting exchanged between two old schoolmates in Egypt?
Peace everybody
false
Egypt
52
13
What type of weddings do Indians typically prefer?
Lavish and large weddings
true
India
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What type of weddings do Indians typically prefer?
Small and intimate ceremonies
false
India
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What type of weddings do Indians typically prefer?
Quick courthouse weddings
false
India
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What type of weddings do Indians typically prefer?
Destination weddings abroad.
false
India
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14
What do Indians traditionally prefer for decorating their skin temporarily?
Henna tattoos
true
India
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14
What do Indians traditionally prefer for decorating their skin temporarily?
Temporary sticker tattoos
false
India
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What do Indians traditionally prefer for decorating their skin temporarily?
Airbrush tattoos
false
India
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14
What do Indians traditionally prefer for decorating their skin temporarily?
Permanent ink tattoos.
false
India
60
15
In Japan, what language is predominantly spoken?
Japanese
true
Japan
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15
In Japan, what language is predominantly spoken?
English
false
Japan
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15
In Japan, what language is predominantly spoken?
Spanish
false
Japan
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15
In Japan, what language is predominantly spoken?
French.
false
Japan
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16
In Iranian hospitality culture, when is "taarof" used?
Politely offering food multiple times without the intention of actually giving it.
true
Iran
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In Iranian hospitality culture, when is "taarof" used?
Sharing a meal only with close family members as a sign of intimacy.
false
Iran
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In Iranian hospitality culture, when is "taarof" used?
Asking guests to remove their shoes before entering the home to keep it clean.
false
Iran
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In Iranian hospitality culture, when is "taarof" used?
Insisting on paying the bill in restaurants to show generosity towards guests.
true
Iran
68
17
In Korean culture, what is usually the first step a couple takes before deciding the date and location for their wedding?
Consulting a fortune-teller for an auspicious date
false
South Korea
69
17
In Korean culture, what is usually the first step a couple takes before deciding the date and location for their wedding?
Sending a save-the-date to friends and family
false
South Korea
70
17
In Korean culture, what is usually the first step a couple takes before deciding the date and location for their wedding?
Having a shared family meal at a restaurant involving both partners' families
true
South Korea
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In Korean culture, what is usually the first step a couple takes before deciding the date and location for their wedding?
Throwing a pre-wedding party for friends
false
South Korea
72
18
In Philippine culture, what is the most popular food base?
Rice
true
Philippines
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In Philippine culture, what is the most popular food base?
Bread
false
Philippines
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In Philippine culture, what is the most popular food base?
Pasta
false
Philippines
75
18
In Philippine culture, what is the most popular food base?
Noodles
false
Philippines
76
19
In Iran, what are the ages being obligated to practice Islam?
Girls at 9 and boys at 16
true
Iran
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19
In Iran, what are the ages being obligated to practice Islam?
Girls at 12 and boys at 13
false
Iran
78
19
In Iran, what are the ages being obligated to practice Islam?
Girls at 15 and boys at 18
false
Iran
79
19
In Iran, what are the ages being obligated to practice Islam?
Girls at 16 and boys at 21.
false
Iran
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20
What day do families in Iran gather to celebrate Nowruz?
January 1st
false
Iran
81
20
What day do families in Iran gather to celebrate Nowruz?
July 4th
false
Iran
82
20
What day do families in Iran gather to celebrate Nowruz?
Nowruz, on the vernal equinox
true
Iran
83
20
What day do families in Iran gather to celebrate Nowruz?
April 1st.
false
Iran
84
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In Israel, what is an expected occurrence when a person of a specific gender reaches the ages between 11 and 13? (not including 11 and 13)
A latina birthday party
false
Israel
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In Israel, what is an expected occurrence when a person of a specific gender reaches the ages between 11 and 13? (not including 11 and 13)
Bar Mitzva
false
Israel
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In Israel, what is an expected occurrence when a person of a specific gender reaches the ages between 11 and 13? (not including 11 and 13)
Jewish coming of age ritual for woman
true
Israel
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In Israel, what is an expected occurrence when a person of a specific gender reaches the ages between 11 and 13? (not including 11 and 13)
high society coming of age ritual
false
Israel
88
22
What is not the common way for a young Yoruba man saying hello to his grandfather?
Shake hands firmly while maintaining eye contact.
true
Nigeria
89
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What is not the common way for a young Yoruba man saying hello to his grandfather?
Prostrate on the ground.
false
Nigeria
90
22
What is not the common way for a young Yoruba man saying hello to his grandfather?
Bow reverently as a sign of respect.
false
Nigeria
91
22
What is not the common way for a young Yoruba man saying hello to his grandfather?
Roll on the ground in submission.
false
Nigeria
92
23
In Bangladesh, which festival celebration style is most likely appropriate for expressing the collective cultural identity?
Hosting a potluck where each individual brings a dish from their own ethnic background.
false
Bangladesh
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In Bangladesh, which festival celebration style is most likely appropriate for expressing the collective cultural identity?
Celebrating only the most widely recognized national holiday.
true
Bangladesh
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In Bangladesh, which festival celebration style is most likely appropriate for expressing the collective cultural identity?
Selecting one culture each year to highlight and exclusively celebrate its festivals.
false
Bangladesh
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23
In Bangladesh, which festival celebration style is most likely appropriate for expressing the collective cultural identity?
Ignoring all cultural festivals to maintain neutrality.
false
Bangladesh
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24
How do people in Lebanese culture typically welcome each other?
A firm handshake
true
Lebanon
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How do people in Lebanese culture typically welcome each other?
A bow
false
Lebanon
98
24
How do people in Lebanese culture typically welcome each other?
Three kisses on the cheeks
true
Lebanon
99
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How do people in Lebanese culture typically welcome each other?
A single kiss on the cheek.
false
Lebanon