Low-Context Culture

Low-Context Culture

Bedford/St. Martin’s

Question 1

In this scene, what specifically seems strange to the woman who has received an invitation to a party and why does it seem strange to her?

Question 2

Identify two other ways a low-context invitation might clarify what guests are expected to do if they come to a social event.

Question 3

How would a person from a low-context culture indicate, for example, that it is not appropriate to speak loudly or be disruptive in a library?