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What are the two main ways in which culture is thought of?

  • In terms of technological advancements and as a concept used by psychologists
  • In terms of linguistic variations and as a concept used by biologists
  • In terms of historical significance and as a concept used by sociologists
  • In terms of aesthetic matters and as a concept used by anthropologists (correct)
  • What is the origin of the word 'culture'?

  • From the Latin word 'cultus' meaning 'care', and the French word 'colere' meaning 'to till' (correct)
  • From the German word 'kultur' meaning 'civilization', and the Dutch word 'verzorgen' meaning 'to nurture'
  • From the Greek word 'cultura' meaning 'to create', and the Italian word 'coltivare' meaning 'to cultivate'
  • From the Spanish word 'cultivo' meaning 'cultivation', and the Portuguese word 'cuidar' meaning 'to take care of'
  • How many different definitions of culture are reportedly used by anthropologists?

  • Around fifty
  • Around two hundred
  • Around twenty
  • Around a hundred (correct)
  • What term is derived from the word 'culture' and suggests a religious organization?

    <p>Cult</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'cult' have the power to do, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Shape behavior and brainwash</p> Signup and view all the answers

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