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What is an institution?
What is an institution?
A long-lasting pattern of organization in a community.
What is cultural diffusion?
What is cultural diffusion?
The spread of ideas, customs, and technologies from one people to another.
What is globalization?
What is globalization?
Actions or processes that involve the entire world and result in making something worldwide in scope.
How does language spread?
How does language spread?
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What is the definition of diffusion?
What is the definition of diffusion?
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Give an example of the diffusion of popular American culture.
Give an example of the diffusion of popular American culture.
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What is migration?
What is migration?
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What is civil unrest?
What is civil unrest?
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What are some push factors that lead citizens to leave their country?
What are some push factors that lead citizens to leave their country?
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How does migration contribute to cultural diversity?
How does migration contribute to cultural diversity?
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What was the impact of cultural diffusion on ancient civilizations?
What was the impact of cultural diffusion on ancient civilizations?
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Give one example of culture diffusion as a result of travel.
Give one example of culture diffusion as a result of travel.
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What are the main countries where Hinduism is one of the major religions?
What are the main countries where Hinduism is one of the major religions?
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What were some negative effects on the New World from the cultural diffusion of the Colombian Exchange?
What were some negative effects on the New World from the cultural diffusion of the Colombian Exchange?
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What were some effects on the Old and New Worlds from the Colombian Exchange?
What were some effects on the Old and New Worlds from the Colombian Exchange?
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If societies are open to cultural diffusion, what would be a positive effect?
If societies are open to cultural diffusion, what would be a positive effect?
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What are the main regions of the world where Christianity is a major religion?
What are the main regions of the world where Christianity is a major religion?
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What are the main regions of the world where Islam is a major religion?
What are the main regions of the world where Islam is a major religion?
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Study Notes
Definitions and Key Concepts
- Institution: A long-lasting framework of organization within a community.
- Cultural Diffusion: Involves the spread of ideas, customs, and technologies from one group to another.
- Globalization: Processes that integrate actions or phenomena at a global level, expanding local practices to a worldwide scope.
Language and Cultural Spread
- Language spreads as people migrate, evolving through interactions that introduce new words or concepts.
- Language change arises from the need for new vocabulary to articulate emerging ideas in society.
Diffusion and Migration
- Diffusion: Involves the movement of substances from high concentration to low concentration (typically a physical process).
- Cultural Exchange Examples: Direct diffusion illustrated by cross-border cultural exchanges, such as hockey in Canada and baseball in America.
- Migration: Refers to permanent relocation, enhancing cultural diversity as individuals learn various customs and languages.
Factors Influencing Migration
- Group conflicts, droughts, famines, extreme religious activities, poor economic conditions, and lack of job opportunities are significant push factors leading to migration.
Cultural Diversity and Its Impact
- Migration fosters social improvement by promoting cultural understanding and economic growth—skilled workers boost local economies.
- Effects of migration also include decreased population density and a reduction in birth rates.
Historical Context of Cultural Diffusion
- Cultural diffusion shaped ancient civilizations by spreading beliefs and practices across different groups due to improved communication and transport.
- Silk Road Example: Facilitated trade and cultural exchange between Europe and Asia, demonstrating the impact of travel on cultural diffusion.
Major Religions and Their Regions
- Hinduism: Dominates in India, Nepal, and Mauritius, with notable populations across the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and North America.
- Christianity: Predominant in Europe, North and South America, and parts of Africa and Asia.
- Islam: Major religious presence across diverse regions globally.
Colombian Exchange
- The exchange introduced New World crops (e.g., potatoes, corn) to the Old World but also had adverse effects, including the spread of diseases and the enslavement of Africans.
- The Columbian Exchange increased global population over time despite initially causing depopulation due to diseases.
Positive and Negative Effects of Cultural Diffusion
- Positive: The sharing of new technologies enhances societal capabilities.
- Negative: The spread of diseases (e.g., AIDS, Smallpox, Bubonic Plague) poses severe health risks and mortality consequences.
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Explore the key concepts related to culture diffusion through these informative flashcards. Understand important terms such as globalization, and how language and ideas spread across communities. Perfect for students studying sociology or cultural studies.
