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Directions: You will now read a short passage and then listen to a lecture on the same topic. You will then be asked a question about the passages. After you hear the question, you will have 30 seconds to prepare your response and 60 seconds to speak.
You have 45 seconds to read the passage below. You may begin reading now.
Culture Shock
When traveling or living abroad, people encounter some situations that they may find surprising, even shocking. This phenomenon is known as culture shock. It is a state of discomfort provoked by cultural differences that could include but are not limited to mindset, behavior, practices, and style of communication. Cultural practices and traditions are sometimes difficult for travelers to comprehend because they are starkly different from his or her own upbringing. Conversely, expatriates, living for extended periods of time abroad, may begin to adopt the practices of the culture they reside in and identify with it more than the society in which he or she was born and raised. Upon returning home, these individuals may actually experience reverse culture shock.
Now listen to a lecture about this topic in a sociology class.
Now answer the question.
Using the examples from the lecture, describe the idea of culture shock.
Preparation Time: 30 seconds
Response Time: 60 seconds
This response will be reviewed and graded after submission.