10 Questions
What is culture according to the text?
A maintenance of tradition and a defining factor of society
Why do individuals from the same family have different cultures?
Individuals can be different culturally
What is the American term for 'local culture'?
Parochialism
Why are Americans mentioned as becoming more parochial?
Americans become more global, they more become parochial
What is the difference between culture and civilization according to the text?
Culture is a maintenance of tradition, while civilization is related to 'civita(s)'
What is the reason for the cultural difference between siblings raised in the same family?
Individuals can differ culturally.
Why are Americans mentioned as becoming more parochial?
Americans become more global, they more become parochial.
What is the significance of culture being referred to as feminine in the text?
Culture is associated with nurturing and creation.
What is the difference between culture and civilization according to the text?
Culture encompasses visible and invisible aspects, while civilization focuses on tangible achievements.
Why do Americans in small towns take pride in not leaving their local areas?
Americans become more global, they more become parochial.
Test your knowledge of global and national cultures with this quiz! Explore the diverse elements that shape societies, from traditions and social bonds to visible and invisible aspects. See how cultural influences define our way of living and bring us closer together as human beings.
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