12 Questions
What is the process by which one culture or society borrows from another culture or society?
Diffusion
Which social process involves creating something new from existing items or processes?
Invention
What did early explorers discover about the shape of the Earth?
It was round
How does discovery influence change in society?
By causing people to learn new things
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as one of the essential social processes for predicting change?
Exploration
How does diffusion occur between cultures according to the text?
Through interaction
What defines an ethnic group?
Shared cultural heritage and ancestry
Which term refers to a group of people involved in persistent interpersonal relationships?
Society
What is a defining characteristic of a society?
Pattern of relationships and distinctive culture
What distinguishes a community from an ethnic group?
Size of the land area
What aspect defines membership in an ethnic group?
Language and dialect
Which term refers to a plurality of persons considered as a whole?
People
Explore the concepts of cultural groups, communities, and people in this quiz. Learn about the different sizes and scopes of communities, as well as the diverse characteristics of people within them.
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