What is mainly discussed in the essay?
A. Culture refers to the shared beliefs, values, and behavioral patterns.
B. Miscommunication results from different beliefs, values, or behavioral patterns.
C. It is important to understand what culture is.
D. What is intercultural communication and some key issues it involves.
Why does the author say it is important to understand and respect different cultures?
A. Because culture involves different beliefs and customs.
Because no culture is better than another.
C. Because it helps to communicate effectively between different cultures.
D. Because it is important for people to first understand what culture is.
According to the essay, the antonym of "deficient"(Para.3, Line 2) is _______.
A. insufficient
B. superior
C. deficit
D. different
According to the essay,which statement is NOT based on stereotypes?
A. You are a Chinese, you must be good at math.
B. African Americans are very musical.
C. Americans do not care about old people.
D. Women are not allowed to drive in some Arab countries.