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1
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surprise
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Japan
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In Japan, it is polite to respond to surprises with restraint in order to maintain composure and harmony.
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10
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2
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surprise
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United States
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In the United States, surprise parties are commonly used to celebrate birthdays and other special occasions.
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6
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3
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surprise
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South Korea
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Publicly displaying strong surprise is considered impolite in South Korean culture.
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5
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4
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surprise
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Western countries
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In Western countries, surprise events evoke positive emotions and are celebrated with surprise parties for special occasions.
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5
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5
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surprise
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East Asia
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In formal East Asian settings, openly showing surprise is considered impolite.
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2
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