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What is the primary characteristic of Universal Culture?
What is the primary characteristic of Universal Culture?
- It varies significantly between different nations.
- It encompasses aspects shared by all humans due to biological similarities. (correct)
- It includes the customs and practices unique to a specific ethnicity.
- It is influenced by the specific environmental conditions of a region.
Which of the following best describes National Culture?
Which of the following best describes National Culture?
- It is determined solely by traditional customs of a specific region.
- It reflects the cultural practices of minority racial groups within a nation.
- It includes a common language and is shaped by a country's government and institutions. (correct)
- It consists exclusively of ecological influences on lifestyle and behavior.
How does Regional Culture differ from National Culture?
How does Regional Culture differ from National Culture?
- Regional Culture is based purely on biological characteristics of the population.
- Regional Culture represents unique customs specific to distinct areas within a country. (correct)
- Regional Culture is only focused on traditional dress and food.
- Regional Culture often includes common traits across an entire nation.
What elements are included in Racio-ethnic Culture?
What elements are included in Racio-ethnic Culture?
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What primarily influences Ecological Culture?
What primarily influences Ecological Culture?
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Study Notes
Universal Culture
- Encompasses shared cultural aspects among all humans due to biological similarities.
- Common basic needs include food, water, and shelter that transcend geographical boundaries.
Ecological Culture
- Reflects how humans are affected by their environment and geographical location.
- Variations in lifestyle and habits exist based on climate, such as those in northern compared to temperate areas.
- Influences include differences in language, diet, clothing, and housing shaped by the local environment.
National Culture
- Represents the collective culture of a specific country.
- Typically includes a dominant language and is influenced by a central government through laws, policies, and institutions.
- Citizens are socialized into their national culture through education and societal norms, fostering a shared worldview.
Regional Culture
- Specific to defined geographic areas within a nation, leading to distinct cultural identities.
- In the U.S., notable cultural differences are found in regions like the South and Midwest.
- Each region has its unique customs, traditions, and practices that contribute to cultural diversity.
Racio-ethnic Culture
- Combines aspects of race and ethnicity, where race is linked to perceived biological differences and physical characteristics.
- Minority and majority group dynamics can lead to the development of distinctive race-related cultures, often marked by inequality.
- Ethnicity encompasses cultural practices, language, and lifestyles, frequently influenced by regional and cultural contexts.
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