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Cultural Diversity and Shared System of Beliefs Quiz

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Cultural practices and beliefs are characterized by:

Lack of significance in daily living
Being influenced by external factors only
Constant evolution over time (correct)
Remaining static and unchanging

Which of the following is NOT a component of culture?

Body of knowledge
Body of belief
Body of behavior
Body of emotion (correct)

What does culture provide for daily living?

Isolation from society
Uniformity in thought
Instant gratification
Social structure (correct)

Which of the following is NOT influenced by culture?

Environmental factors (A) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of culture is apparent in the attitudes unique to particular groups?

Body of belief (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does culture influence daily interactions?

It sets norms for behavior (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a subculture?

A large group of people who share common characteristics unique from the dominant culture. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which group typically has the most authority to control values and sanctions of society?

Dominant group (B) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a minority group from a dominant group?

Physical or cultural characteristics differentiating them from the dominant group. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens during cultural assimilation?

Minorities lose their unique traits and adopt those of the dominant culture. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is culture shock?

Psychological disturbances experienced when placed in a different culture. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which group may experience psychological discomfort due to culture shock?

Minority group (B) Signup and view all the answers

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