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Which of the following is NOT considered a value in U.S. Society?
Which of the following is NOT considered a value in U.S. Society?
Freedom is a value recognized in U.S. society.
Freedom is a value recognized in U.S. society.
True
What does the value of individualism signify in U.S. society?
What does the value of individualism signify in U.S. society?
It signifies that individuals can rise from the bottom of society to the top based on their own efforts.
In U.S. society, ___________ is often associated with the belief that success is earned by oneself without help from others.
In U.S. society, ___________ is often associated with the belief that success is earned by oneself without help from others.
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Match the following U.S. values with their descriptions:
Match the following U.S. values with their descriptions:
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Which value emphasizes the importance of hard work in U.S. culture?
Which value emphasizes the importance of hard work in U.S. culture?
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The enslavement of African Americans contradicts the value of equality in U.S. society.
The enslavement of African Americans contradicts the value of equality in U.S. society.
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Name two emerging values in U.S. society as identified in the overview.
Name two emerging values in U.S. society as identified in the overview.
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Which of the following is NOT considered an emerging value in U.S. society?
Which of the following is NOT considered an emerging value in U.S. society?
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Materialism is associated with the value of democracy.
Materialism is associated with the value of democracy.
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What term refers to the disagreement in values between traditionalists and those advocating change?
What term refers to the disagreement in values between traditionalists and those advocating change?
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One contradiction in U.S. society values is between _____ and helping others.
One contradiction in U.S. society values is between _____ and helping others.
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Which value is associated with education and hard work?
Which value is associated with education and hard work?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Name one of the values that cluster together to form the value of success.
Name one of the values that cluster together to form the value of success.
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Concern for the environment is an emerging value in U.S. society.
Concern for the environment is an emerging value in U.S. society.
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What does ideal culture refer to?
What does ideal culture refer to?
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Real culture is aligned with the values and norms that people consider ideal in their society.
Real culture is aligned with the values and norms that people consider ideal in their society.
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Name one cultural universal mentioned in the content.
Name one cultural universal mentioned in the content.
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________ refers to norms and values that are actually practiced in society.
________ refers to norms and values that are actually practiced in society.
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Which of the following is an example of a cultural universal?
Which of the following is an example of a cultural universal?
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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
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Technology has no impact on the way people communicate or interact with each other.
Technology has no impact on the way people communicate or interact with each other.
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Provide an example of how technology has changed the way we communicate.
Provide an example of how technology has changed the way we communicate.
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What is cultural lag?
What is cultural lag?
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Cultural leveling refers to cultures becoming more distinct from one another.
Cultural leveling refers to cultures becoming more distinct from one another.
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What is an example of cultural diffusion mentioned?
What is an example of cultural diffusion mentioned?
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The __________ has changed the way we perceive gender.
The __________ has changed the way we perceive gender.
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How does technology impact communication?
How does technology impact communication?
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Match the terms with their definitions:
Match the terms with their definitions:
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Online learning is an example of how technology has influenced education.
Online learning is an example of how technology has influenced education.
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Material culture changes __________ than nonmaterial culture.
Material culture changes __________ than nonmaterial culture.
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Study Notes
Values in U.S Society
- Achievement and success are vital in American culture, emphasizing personal accomplishment.
- Individualism promotes the belief that individuals can elevate themselves through personal effort.
- Hard work is seen as a key to achieving one’s goals and aspirations.
- Efficiency and practicality are valued in both work and daily life.
- Science and technology are revered for their roles in progress and innovation.
- Material comfort reflects the American desire for financial security and consumer goods.
- Freedom is a foundational American value, encompassing personal liberties.
- Democracy emphasizes civic participation and the importance of equal representation.
- Equality is rooted in principles of fairness and non-discrimination across populations.
- Group superiority manifests in historical practices like disenfranchisement and slavery.
- Education is highly valued as a means for upward mobility and societal improvement.
- Religiousity reflects a diverse spiritual landscape, influencing moral values.
- Romantic ideals stress personal relationships and emotional connections.
Value Clusters and Contradictions
- Values often cluster, forming larger ideals; for example, success is intertwined with hard work and education.
- Some American values contradict each other, such as individualism vs. group superiority and democracy vs. helping others.
- Emerging values include leisure, self-fulfillment, physical fitness, youthfulness, and environmental concern, reflecting shifts in societal focus.
Culture Wars
- Culture wars signify conflicts in values between traditionalists and advocates of change, encompassing issues like abortion, feminism, and homosexuality.
- Ideal culture represents aspirational values and norms, while real culture depicts actual behaviors and societal norms.
Cultural Universals
- Cultural universals are traits or practices found across all societies, including clothing, marriage rituals, funerals, games, music, and food.
- While activities such as weddings and funerals are universal, the specific customs surrounding them vary by culture.
Technology in the Global Village
- New technologies significantly influence communication, learning, work, and interpersonal interactions.
- The concept of cultural lag illustrates that not all areas of culture evolve simultaneously; material culture typically changes faster than nonmaterial aspects.
- Technological advancements, like online learning, alter traditional educational methods and perceptions of knowledge acquisition.
Cultural Change and Leveling
- Cultural diffusion represents the spread of cultural traits from one society to another, often resulting in shared practices.
- Cultural leveling describes the process by which cultures become increasingly similar, often due to the dominance of Western culture, visible in global phenomena like fast food and fashion trends.
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Explore the fundamental values that shape U.S. society in this quiz. Topics include achievement, individualism, hard work, and the impact of technology on global culture. Test your understanding of these cultural concepts and their significance in a diverse society.
