Pick up the odd one out in these lists of words. Explain your choice.

Example:

4. Read the article about Ukraine’s Business Culture. Use the words given in the brackets to form the words that will logically fit the sentence.

Ukrainian traditions of social behavior don’t differ too much from western standards. An average Ukrainian perceives the world around him in a way an average Westerner does. However, every nation is unique and has certain (1)… (nation) peculiarities in its lifestyle, public behavior and etiquette.

In Ukraine, the process of business (2) …. (to negotiate) can be quite long-winded. Ukrainians will start the dialogue with a long “warm-up” session about the journey, the family or proposed (3) …. (to entertain) for the evening. Any attempt to rush straight into business is considered rude. For Ukrainians the beginning of the meeting is a time for (4) … (to evaluate) the individual with whom they are (5)… (to conduct) business. Strong family ties and friendship have been a (6)…. (to survive) mechanism in Ukraine for centuries. A network of good contacts is the most valued asset in getting something done.

Ukrainians tend to come to an (7)… (to understand) on the (8) … (globe) picture first, before getting into the details of a contract.

The Ukrainian approach to negotiation can be emotional and direct. Ukrainian managers will consider early compromise to be a sign of (9) … (weak). Recent (10) … (sociology) research showed that Ukrainians say the word ‘no’ in negotiations nine times more often than their western counterparts. Though, used frequently, it does not (11) … (necessary) put the end to the discussion.

Ukrainians don’t have a deep respect to any law or authorities. It is a special honor (12) … (obey) rules. Don’t be surprised if some driver or pedestrian move at the red light or somebody sings songs at 3 a.m. in the street.

They are proud to be the citizens of the country which has rich history and deep cultural roots.

It is not a bad idea to bring some gift if you are invited to visit someone’s home.