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Which of the following best describes assimilation?
Which of the following best describes assimilation?
- The process of acquiring a new language
- The process of maintaining one's cultural background
- The process of adopting the attitudes and values of another culture (correct)
- The process of creating barriers to cultural integration
What are some barriers to assimilation?
What are some barriers to assimilation?
- Adoption of new attitudes and values
- Physical differences (correct)
- Similar cultural background
- Lack of exposure to other cultures
Why is assimilation sometimes difficult?
Why is assimilation sometimes difficult?
- Lack of exposure to other cultures (correct)
- Physical differences do not exist
- Cultural background is always similar
- Adopting new attitudes and values is easy
Which of the following best defines assimilation?
Which of the following best defines assimilation?
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What role do extreme differences in cultural background and physical differences play in assimilation?
What role do extreme differences in cultural background and physical differences play in assimilation?
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What do individuals and groups adopt during the process of assimilation?
What do individuals and groups adopt during the process of assimilation?
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Study Notes
Assimilation
- Assimilation is the process by which individuals or groups from different cultural backgrounds adapt to a dominant culture.
Barriers to Assimilation
- Barriers to assimilation include cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic differences between the dominant culture and the minority group.
- Prejudice, discrimination, and xenophobia can also hinder the assimilation process.
Challenges of Assimilation
- Assimilation can be difficult due to extreme differences in cultural background and physical characteristics between the minority group and the dominant culture.
- The process of assimilation can be slowed down or obstructed by these differences.
Definition of Assimilation
- Assimilation is the gradual adaptation of minority groups to the dominant culture, often resulting in the loss of cultural identity.
Cultural Adoption
- During the process of assimilation, individuals and groups adopt the language, customs, values, and norms of the dominant culture.
- This adoption can lead to a sense of belonging and integration into the dominant society.
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