Questions and Answers
What are the 6 cultural phenomena? (Select all that apply)
What does communication encompass?
Human interaction and behavior
How can cultural groups be oriented in terms of time?
Past, present, or future oriented
What is space in the context of cultural phenomena?
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What are biological variations?
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What is social organization?
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What does environmental control refer to?
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Study Notes
Cultural Phenomena Overview
- Six cultural phenomena include communication, time, space, biological variations, social organization, and environmental control.
Communication
- Fundamental for human interaction and behavior.
- Serves as the conduit for transmitting and preserving culture.
- Can be verbal (spoken) or nonverbal (body language, gestures).
- Often central to addressing significant cultural challenges.
Time
- Different cultural groups may prioritize the past, present, or future.
- Time orientation influences behavior and interactions.
Space
- Refers to the physical distance maintained during interactions.
- Interpersonal space categories include intimate, personal, social, consultative, and public.
- The rules governing personal space vary significantly across cultures.
Biological Variations
- Encompasses genetic differences among individuals within and across cultural groups.
Social Organization
- Reflects how a cultural group is structured, particularly around family units.
- Includes family structure, religious values, beliefs, and assigned roles within the community.
Environmental Control
- Represents the capacity of individuals to control their natural surroundings.
- Distinction between internal control (personal agency) and external control (influences from the environment).
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