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According to Matthew Arnold, what is the defining characteristic of high culture?

  • Created through spontaneous actions
  • Product of mass production
  • Accessible to all members of society
  • Product of special intellectual or artistic endeavor (correct)
  • How does Matthew Arnold define culture?

  • The pursuit of wealth
  • The study of perfection (correct)
  • The study of imperfection
  • The pursuit of power
  • What do Kroeber & Kluckhohn (1952) believe culture is composed of?

  • Biological characteristics
  • Behavior acquired and transmitted through symbols (correct)
  • Physical objects only
  • Abstract concepts only
  • According to Schwartz (1992), how is culture transmitted?

    <p>From past generations to future generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the components of culture as outlined by Schwartz (1992)?

    <p>Organized, learned or created experiences by individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How would you describe a dynamic, flexible, and adaptive culture?

    <p>A culture that changes constantly influenced by societal structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between high culture and popular culture according to Matthew Arnold?

    <p>High culture is a result of intellectual or artistic effort, while popular culture is not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Kroeber & Kluckhohn (1952) define culture?

    <p>Culture includes acquired behaviors and transmitted symbols.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Schwartz (1992), how is culture transmitted?

    <p>Culture is transmitted from past to future through organized experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the components of culture according to Schwartz (1992)?

    <p>Culture consists of experiences learned, created, or organized by individuals with unique interpretations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a dynamic, flexible, and adaptive culture?

    <p>A culture that changes constantly and responds to societal influences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the concept of Shared and Contested Culture refer to?

    <p>It refers to the presence of both commonly accepted and disputed cultural elements within a society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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