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I'm Sasha. I teach Russian for international relations — they always get misinterpreting…
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In a formal Russian meeting, arriving exactly on time is often considered:
A
Slightly late
B
Polite and expected
Your Russian colleague offers you tea. You decline. They offer again. Best response?
A
Accept with thanks
B
Firmly decline again
True or false: Direct, sustained eye contact is always a sign of honesty in Russia.
A
False
B
True
A Russian counterpart gives you a gift wrapped in yellow. Your reaction?
A
Accept enthusiastically
B
Note the color
When discussing a sensitive topic, your Russian counterpart avoids your gaze. What does it signal?
A
They are showing deference
B
They are being dishonest
Guess: what percentage of communication in a high-stakes negotiation is non-verbal?
A
Over 60%
B
Less than 40%
Your Russian host brings out vodka. You don't drink. Best action?
A
Decline with 'no, thank you'
B
Accept, then discreetly sip
During a toast, your Russian hosts clink glasses enthusiastically. You should:
A
Clink with everyone
B
Just raise your glass
Making a 'thumbs up' gesture to a Russian speaker implies:
A
A rude insult
B
Approval or 'OK'
When invited to a Russian home, bringing an odd number of flowers is crucial because:
A
It signifies good luck
B
It is more aesthetically pleasing
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