In Kurt Lewin's theory about peach cultures versus coconut cultures, which country has a coconut culture?

• A. Finland
• B. Norway
• C. Sweden
• D. Denmark

Answer: (C)

The idea here is how Lewin’s coconut versus peach cultures describe how societies present themselves and respond to outsiders. A coconut culture is outwardly reserved and polite—the surface can feel hard or closed—while inside the culture is warm, cooperative, and trusting once a relationship is established. Sweden fits this pattern: people often come across as reserved or formal at first, valuing privacy and careful, polite interaction, but when trust is built, they are reliable, collaborative, and supportive. That combination of guarded public demeanor with a ready-to-help, engaging inner culture is why Sweden is viewed as having a coconut culture.