Hall's high and low context framework is a useful way to classify cultures based on communication patterns found in the culture. high context involves high levels of meaning communicated through the context that surrounds the specific communication act. low context involves explicit communication and low levels of meaning in the context. this exercise addresses their general characteristics. from the list of general characteristics, drag characteristics that belong to high and low context to the correct column. high context characteristics (hc) | low context characteristics (lc) a. verbally explicit information interpersonal connections of shorter duration b. multiple ties and networks c. task-centered d. strong insider/outsider boundaries e. people play by external rules f. sequencing of activities g. knowledge is situational/relational h. face-to-face relationships are important i. less written and formal communication relationships j. knowledge is codified and accessible