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1. Which set of global standards is based on corporate codes of conduct?
2. ______________________ is viewing the world from our cultural group’s point of
view, which makes our customs and values the standard by which the rest of the world is
judged.
3. Jane always felt she had a larger world-view than her peers. She was always concerned
about the needs of developing nations and she held deep empathy for people in need of
global justice. Jane could be described as:
4. Power distance is described as:
5. Which theory was developed to help explain ethical and moral differences between
cultures?
6. __________________ believes every human has inherent dignity and has human
rights.
7. The UN Global Compact is:
8. ________________ is based upon the concept of kyosei and human dignity and value.
9. What was the fundamental principle laid out by the Caux Principles for NGOs
(nongovernmental organizations)?
10. Which virtue acknowledges the shortcomings of our own culture?
11. ______________ cultures have clearly defined roles for men and women.
12. In _____________ cultures, leaders are honored as a special class of people.
13. Diago is scheduled to get an award for his performance at work but is nervous that
this honor will separate him from the rest of his group. Diago apparently puts a high
value on
14. Disgust reflects which moral foundation?
15. When Cynthia travels she is critical of the food in other countries, saying that what
she eats at home is much better. Cynthia is demonstrating
16. All of the following are elements of worldliness EXCEPT
17. Which of the following is a characteristic of high context communication?
18. Which of the following is universally found in corporate codes of conduct?
19. ________________ consider themselves to be citizens of the world
20. All of the following are characteristic of cosmopolitans EXCEPT:
21. ____________ cultures encourage and reward high standards and performance.
22. Members of _______________ cultures are more likely to put money away in long-
term savings plans.
23. Alex knows that he should have a gift for his Chinese business partner who will have
a gift for him. Alex and his business partner are demonstrating which foundational moral
value?
24. Modest dress is emphasized in many Middle Eastern cultures. This reflects which
foundational moral value?
25. Which is a universal human right according to the UN Declaration of Human Rights?
26. The Global Compact is associated with which set of universal ethical principles?
27. The ABC Corporation routinely releases information about its operations in all of its
host countries. The company is fulfilling which principle of the Global Business
Standards Codex?
28. Employees at the ABC Corporation honor promises to suppliers, even if they don’t
have a written contract. This reflects which principle of the Global Business Standards
Codex?
29. ____________ refers to a cultural community’s freedom or latitude to create its own
rules.
30. According to integrated social contracts theory, anti-discrimination laws would be an
example of
31. Practicing _____________________ means going along with local ethical rules and
customs.
32. Human rights protect the ____________ of every person.
33. _____________ is viewing the world from our group’s cultural point of view.
34. In ______________ communication, most of the information in the message is
embedded in the message itself.
35. ____________ cultures blur the differences between sexes.
36. _____________ cultures put more emphasis on the group than on the individual.
37. In ____________________ cultures, individuals are encouraged to be tough,
confrontational and competitive.
38. According to Integrated Social Contract Theory, ______________ contracts set the
standards for social interactions; ______________ contracts govern the relationships
between members of particular communities.
39. Most cultures put a strong emphasis on the moral foundations of reducing harm and
promoting autonomy.
41. The term “distant needy” describes the less privileged in developing nations.
42. The self-reflexive person can step back from her/his culture to offer constructive
criticism
43. According to the Caux principles, nonprofits (NGOs) have to be MOST concerned
about integrity.
44. Organizations in collectivist societies are more likely to hire based on family
connections and friendships.
45. Feminine/low power distance/low uncertainty avoidance cultures are generally more
corrupt.
46. Members of masculine cultures are more sensitive to the presence of ethical issues.
47. Future orientation describes cultures that emphasize planning and investing. (a)
48. According to the Global Codex, the Transparency Principle advocates doing business
in a truthful manner.
49. How can you fight ethnocentrism?
50. Name and explain the two foundational principles of the Caux Principles.
51. Name and explain the five moral foundations that serve as the basis of our moral
intuitions.
52. What is a Questionable Practice (QP)?
53. What is the greatest ethical danger posed by globalization? Defend your choice.
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54. What steps can you take to become more of a world citizen?
55. Which of the universal global standards presented in the chapter provides the best
basis for ethical international business? Defend your choice.
56. Does globalization do more harm than good? Why or why not?
57. Respond to the following statement: “Cosmopolitanism is the best way to meet the
ethical challenges of globalization.”
58. Use one of the approaches to global ethics to evaluate the morality of a government
foreign policy initiative or an international business practice.
59. According to Integrated Social Contracts Theory, how should we decide whether or
not to follow a local ethical rule or custom?
60. Choose a contemporary ethical issue and explain your position on this issue using
moral foundations theory.