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What is cultural relativism primarily used for?

  • To enforce rigid cultural norms
  • To create cultural divides
  • To attain cultural understanding (correct)
  • To promote ethnocentrism

    • What is one effect of developing cultural awareness?

  • More meaningful interactions with others (correct)
  • Increased stereotypes about other cultures
  • Less curiosity about different cultures
  • Heightened sense of superiority

    • What does culture shock refer to?

  • Normal feelings of unfamiliarity with a culture (correct)
  • Familiarity with a foreign culture
  • An acute appreciation of one's own culture
  • A hostile reaction to other cultures

    • Which stage of understanding culture involves knowing cultural characteristics and history?

    <p>Cultural knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of a nonjudgmental attitude toward different cultures?

    <p>It fosters openness and respect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is cultural competence primarily concerned with?

    <p>Promotion of cultural diversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does cultural sensitivity entail?

    <p>Recognizing similarities without judgement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of culturally intolerant individuals?

    <p>They view their culture as superior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can traveling promote cultural awareness?

    <p>By exposing individuals to new cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a threat to cultural heritage?

    <p>Loss of traditional practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does cultural intolerance affect society?

    <p>It leads to discrimination and conflict.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does absolute cultural relativism advocate?

    <p>Nonquestioning of cultural aspects by outsiders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does critical cultural relativism allow for?

    <p>Examination of practices violating human rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a practice viewed through critical cultural relativism?

    <p>Female genital mutilation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does cultural relativism prioritize when analyzing different cultures?

    <p>Understanding based on individual experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What outcome can arise from cultural intolerance?

    <p>Xenophobia and bigotry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is globalization primarily defined as?

    <p>The interdependence of the world’s culture, ideologies, economies, and politics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does cultural diffusion refer to?

    <p>The process by which cultural items spread from one culture to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is McDonaldization conceptualized as?

    <p>A business model prevalent in modern social institutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is included in tangible heritage?

    <p>Artifacts left by previous generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a category of intangible cultural heritage according to UNESCO?

    <p>Historical monuments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is digital culture primarily shaped according to the content?

    <p>By popular social media personalities and memes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do people increasingly choose fast food over traditional meals?

    <p>The fast-paced nature of modern life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does intangible heritage include?

    <p>Literature, oral traditions, and performing arts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ethnocentrism primarily entail?

    <p>Understanding other cultures through one’s own cultural standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who introduced the term ethnocentrism?

    <p>William Graham Sumner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common outcome of ethnocentrism?

    <p>Discrimination against other cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the opposite of ethnocentrism?

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

    What does cultural imperialism involve?

    <p>Imposing a dominant culture onto another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could be an example of consumer xenocentrism?

    <p>Choosing imported clothing over domestic brands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sociologist introduced the concept of cultural imperialism?

    <p>Edward Said</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cultural hegemony refers to what?

    <p>Domination of one cultural group over a diverse society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cultural Understanding

    • Understanding different cultures requires non-judgmental attitudes.
    • Cultural awareness leads to more meaningful interactions and a more respectful society.
    • Culture shock is a normal feeling of unfamiliarity with a new culture.
    • Four stages of cultural understanding:
      • Cultural knowledge involves understanding the history and characteristics of a culture.
      • Cultural awareness means being open to and understanding a different culture.
      • Cultural sensitivity recognizes differences and similarities without judgment.
      • Cultural competence involves accepting and promoting cultural diversity.
    • Cultural intolerance often stems from ignorance and leads to discrimination, racism, and xenophobia.
    • Cultural relativism emphasizes understanding other cultures based on their own experiences and standards.
    • Two types of cultural relativism:
      • Absolute cultural relativism avoids questioning other cultures.
      • Critical cultural relativism allows for questioning harmful cultural practices, such as female genital mutilation.
    • Ethnocentrism is the belief that one’s own culture is superior to others and can lead to prejudice.
    • Xenocentrism is the belief that another culture is superior to one’s own.
    • Globalization has led to cultural exchange, cultural imperialism, and cultural hegemony.
    • Cultural imperialism is the imposition of a dominant culture on others.
    • Cultural hegemony is the domination of one cultural group over others in a diverse society.
    • Digital culture is influenced by technology, social media, and globalization.
    • Cultural diffusion refers to the spread of cultural items from one culture to another.
    • McDonaldization uses business models for social institutions, leading to a focus on speed and efficiency.

    Cultural Heritage

    • Tangible heritage includes artifacts that reflect a society's culture.
    • Intangible heritage includes forms of literature, oral traditions, performing arts, and folklore.
    • UNESCO classifies intangible cultural heritage into five domains:
      • Oral traditions and expressions (Domain 1) - proverbs, tales, legends, oral history, songs, poems, and literature.
      • Performing arts (Domain 2) - music, dance, and other artistic expressions.
      • Social practices, rituals, and festive events (Domain 3) - burial, wedding, and harvest rituals; carnivals, games, and religious rituals.
      • Knowledge and practices concerning nature and the universe (Domain 4) - traditional medicine, astronomy, and environmental knowledge.
      • Craftsmanship (Domain 5) - traditional techniques, skills, and methods of producing objects.
    • Threats to cultural heritage include globalization, modernization, and conflict.

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    Test your knowledge on cultural understanding concepts, including culture shock, cultural awareness, and cultural competence. This quiz explores the significance of cultural relativism and the impact of cultural intolerance in society. Enhance your awareness and sensitivity towards diverse cultures through this engaging quiz.

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