18 Questions
What is one way to describe the concept of culture?
The collective programming of the mind that distinguishes one group from another
What is a common interpretation of avoiding eye contact in Western cultures?
It's a sign of dishonesty
What is the significance of prolonged eye contact in Arabic cultures?
It's seen as a sign of interest and understanding
What is the dynamic interplay between the individual and the social structure known as?
Identity
What comprises an individual's sense of identity?
Their perception of who they are
What can individuals hold multiple roles and agencies of, according to one underpinning theory of identity?
The self
Which of the following is a characteristic of cultural values and beliefs?
They are shared by a group of people
In which culture is prolonged eye contact seen as a sign of disrespect?
Japanese culture
What is the relationship between an individual's sense of identity and their social structure?
They have a dynamic interplay
What is the purpose of eye contact in communication?
To convey interest and understanding
What is a characteristic of cultural behaviors?
They are shared by a group of people
In which culture is avoiding eye contact seen as a sign of respect?
African culture
What is the primary function of culture?
To distinguish one group from another
In which culture is direct eye contact while talking considered a norm?
American culture
What influences an individual's behavior and interpretation of others' behavior?
Cultural values and beliefs
What is the relationship between an individual's sense of identity and their social structure?
They are interconnected
What is the purpose of cultural assumptions and values?
To guide individual behavior and interpretation
What is the result of prolonged eye contact in some cultures?
It is seen as a sign of disrespect
Test your understanding of culture and its impact on identity. Learn about the collective programming of the mind, values, beliefs, and behaviors that define a group of people. Explore how culture is communicated and shared across generations.
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