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What is the main focus when sociologically analyzing culture?
What is the main focus when sociologically analyzing culture?
- The cultural differences between Quebec and Ontario
- The stereotypes of working- and upper-class cultures
- The lifestyle differences between downtown Toronto and St John's, Newfoundland
- The regional and local variation in national cultures (correct)
In what way do national cultures differ according to the text?
In what way do national cultures differ according to the text?
- National cultures are homogenous across different regions
- National cultures have no regional or local variation
- National cultures show significant regional and local variation (correct)
- National cultures are only influenced by social class
Which aspect of culture does the text suggest is shaped by physical space?
Which aspect of culture does the text suggest is shaped by physical space?
- Regional and local variation (correct)
- Age and gender
- Race and ethnicity
- Social class
What are some of the social boundaries that differentiate between cultures, according to the text?
What are some of the social boundaries that differentiate between cultures, according to the text?
Which cultural variations exist in a broader cultural environment of greater similarities than differences?
Which cultural variations exist in a broader cultural environment of greater similarities than differences?
What is cited for its impersonality and inward-looking character, according to the text?
What is cited for its impersonality and inward-looking character, according to the text?
What is the main difference between representative democracy and the Canadian national anthem?
What is the main difference between representative democracy and the Canadian national anthem?
Why is representative democracy considered a structural dimension of social life?
Why is representative democracy considered a structural dimension of social life?
Why does representative democracy not qualify as culture?
Why does representative democracy not qualify as culture?
Which of the following is squarely in the realm of culture according to the passage?
Which of the following is squarely in the realm of culture according to the passage?