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What is a key aspect of democratizing heritage?

  • Empowering individuals through continuity between past and present (correct)
  • Establishing a top-down approach to memory
  • Preserving heritage without community input
  • Limiting access to local symbolic resources
  • Which adjective best describes heritage as it relates to local contexts?

  • Exclusive
  • Universal
  • Processual (correct)
  • Static
  • What role does tourism play in relation to heritage?

  • It discourages local participation in heritage preservation.
  • It centralizes cultural narratives.
  • It provides a natural environment for heritage and offers educational experiences. (correct)
  • It solely commodifies historical artifacts.
  • Which principle emphasizes civic initiatives in heritage management?

    <p>The Faro Convention (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'multivocal' in the context of heritage?

    <p>Different stories and perspectives are acknowledged and included. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can local communities strengthen their heritage?

    <p>By cooperating and providing access to local resources (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of top-down heritage?

    <p>Defined by institutional and political discourses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key distinction did Hans Kohn introduce in the study of nationalism?

    <p>The division between civic nationalism in the West and ethnic nationalism in the East. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which criticism is directed toward the notion of Eastern Europe as home to ethnic nationalism?

    <p>The idea of a binary West-East nationalism fails to account for the complexity within national identities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did historical Western powers play in shaping perceptions of Eastern European nationalism after WWI?

    <p>They imposed minority protection systems based on assumptions of political immaturity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to critiques of Kohn's dichotomy, what is problematic about comparing Eastern nationalism to racial classifications?

    <p>It incorrectly equates cultural identity with racial identity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the problematic continuation of the West's moral and political dominance over the East?

    <p>Agnopolitics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What intrinsic quality does all heritage possess?

    <p>A tension that reflects different discourses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Laura Jane Smith view heritage in relation to the past?

    <p>As a process of engagement and meaning-making (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the relationship between heritage and memory?

    <p>Heritage is a collective desire to preserve the past, while memory is often selective and manipulated. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'dissonant heritage' refer to?

    <p>The uncomfortable conflict experienced in heritage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does tourism play according to the provided content?

    <p>It can reflect deeper cultural processes beyond mere sightseeing. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which example best illustrates the concept of friction between present values and past uses?

    <p>The existence of an international slavery museum in Liverpool (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of heritage became prominent in the 20th century?

    <p>An active discourse regarding its preservation and conservation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of monuments according to the content?

    <p>They are irrelevant without accompanying historical context. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge does the concept of memory face in the context of heritage?

    <p>Memory can be subject to selective remembrance and political influences. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the primordialist approach, as championed by Anthony Smith, emphasize about nations?

    <p>Nations are rooted in pre-existing cultural identities known as ethnies. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the main assumption of Approach 1 regarding national identity?

    <p>National identity reflects the self-awareness of community members. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of language is highlighted by the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis in relation to national identity?

    <p>Language influences people's perceptions of reality. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does NOT represent one of the three paths for an ethnie to become a nation, as identified by Smith?

    <p>Cultural assimilation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does nationalism differ from patriotism based on their definitions?

    <p>Nationalism involves collective action regarding other nations, unlike patriotism. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following symbols is NOT typically analyzed when studying national identity?

    <p>Historical figures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of nationalism, which statement best defines the term 'national sentiment'?

    <p>A consciousness of belonging to a nation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'ethnie' refer to within the framework of Anthony Smith's ideas?

    <p>A group identified by shared myths, history, and solidarity. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Gellner propose concerning nationalism as a political principle?

    <p>Political entities should coincide with cultural units. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ernest Gellner associate nationalism with in his modernist approach?

    <p>The rise of industrialization and political modernization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Gellner, which factor is critical for creating a unified national culture in industrial societies?

    <p>Mass education and language (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one criticism of Gellner's functionalist theory regarding nationalism?

    <p>It fails to account for nationalism in pre-industrial societies. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Tom Nairn's "uneven development" theory link nationalism to?

    <p>Anti-colonial movements and socio-economic struggles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does John Breuilly define nationalism?

    <p>As a political movement seeking or exercising state power (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of nationalism does Eric Hobsbawm focus on in his analysis?

    <p>The invention of traditions, symbols, and myths (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key commonality between Gellner's and Breuilly's perspectives on nationalism?

    <p>Both consider nationalism as a response to modernity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the modernist approach suggest about the nature of nations?

    <p>Nations are modern constructs that are invented. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an aspect emphasized by Gellner's theory of nationalism?

    <p>The need for economic prosperity in national development (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory challenges primordialist perspectives by focusing on socio-economic struggles?

    <p>Uneven development theory (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Kohn Dichotomy

    A framework that distinguishes between "civic" (Western) and "ethnic" (Eastern) nationalism, often associated with a focus on shared values and citizenship versus shared ethnicity and heritage, respectively.

    Eastern Europe as the Home of Ethnic Nationalism

    The idea that Eastern Europe is inherently prone to ethnic nationalism and backwardness, often rooted in colonial discourse and used to justify Western intervention.

    Agnopolitics

    The use of a dichotomy, often in a simplistic and biased manner, to reinforce a sense of superiority by the group making the distinction and to justify their actions.

    Double Standard in Eastern Europe

    The practice of applying a double standard, often by Western powers, where Eastern European nations are held to higher standards of minority protection and governance than Western nations.

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    Eastern Nationalism as "Less Developed"

    The idea that Eastern European nations are less developed than Western nations in terms of political maturity, cultural advancement, and modernity.

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    Bottom-up Heritage

    A way of managing heritage that emphasizes the voices and perspectives of local communities. It involves empowering people to shape how their heritage is preserved and used.

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    Top-down Heritage

    An approach to heritage that prioritizes top-down control. This often involves government or international organizations shaping the narrative and practices surrounding heritage.

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    Shared Heritage

    A shared understanding of heritage that emphasizes common historical experiences, cultural values, and ideals. It often aims to build unity and identity within a larger group, such as a nation or continent.

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    Memory as produced and negotiated by institutional and political discourses

    When memory is constructed and interpreted based on the ideas and actions of official institutions, like government agencies and international organizations. This often involves shaping public understanding of heritage.

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    Memory as an intersubjective and embodied practice

    When memory is formed through personal experiences, shared stories, and collective understandings within communities. It highlights the subjective and lived experience of heritage.

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    Empowering People through Heritage

    A way of strengthening local communities by giving them power and resources to manage and benefit from their heritage.

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    Multivocal heritage

    A process of allowing diverse voices, stories, and interpretations to become part of the historical understanding of heritage. It challenges traditional narratives and encourages inclusivity.

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    Dissonant Heritage

    A concept that acknowledges the inherent tension and conflict within heritage, arising from different perspectives, historical uses, and present values.

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    Heritage as a Process

    The process of actively engaging with the past and its meanings in the present, shaping our understanding of history.

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    Heritage: A Collective Choice

    The act of choosing what aspects of the past we prioritize and preserve for future generations.

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    Memory as Selective

    The individual and shared experiences, often forgotten or distorted, that influence how we understand the past.

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    European Heritage of Conflict

    The tension and conflict stemming from vastly different perspectives on European integration, driven by factors like migration, nationalism, and historical trauma.

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    Memory Manipulation

    The deliberate manipulation or control of historical narratives for political purposes.

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    Handling Trauma in Heritage

    The process by which societies grapple with past traumas and the resulting impact on contemporary identities.

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    Heritage & Identity

    The influence of heritage and memory on shaping individual and collective senses of identity.

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    Heritage as Discourse

    The way society uses language and communication to perpetuate or redefine historical meanings.

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    Ethnie

    A group of people identified by shared myths of ancestry, common history, culture, connection to a specific territory, and a sense of solidarity.

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    Nationalism

    The process of shaping and developing nations, involving a sense of belonging to a nation, its symbols, and social and political movements.

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    Nationalism (Gellner)

    The belief that political entities should align with cultural units, meaning that a nation should correspond to a specific culture.

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    Symbolic Culture Approach

    A way to study national identity through the analysis and use of national symbols, such as flags or monuments.

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    Symbolic Culture

    A group's shared understanding and interpretation of symbols, which contributes to a sense of shared values and identity.

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    Primordialist Approach

    Focuses on how shared cultural identities, particularly those rooted in ethnicity (ethnies), contribute to the formation of modern nations.

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    Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis

    The idea that language influences a person's perception of reality. Individuals perceive the world through the lens of their native language.

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    Bureaucratic Incorporation

    A process in which an ethnie becomes incorporated into a larger nation through administrative and bureaucratic means.

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    Vernacular Mobilization

    A process where an ethnie mobilizes through a shared language, promoting its cultural identity and strengthening its national aspirations.

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    Nation-Formation by Immigrants

    A process where immigrant groups form a national identity through shared experiences, cultural interactions, and the development of a distinct national character.

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    Modernist Approach to Nationalism

    The idea that nationalism emerged primarily as a consequence of modernization processes, particularly industrialization and the rise of mass education.

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    Gellner's Theory of Nationalism

    Argues that nationalism is a product of modernization, with industrialization and mass education playing crucial roles in creating a sense of shared national identity.

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    Erosion of Traditional Social Structures

    The process by which traditional ways of life and social structures are replaced by modern ones, often driven by industrialization and technological advancements.

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    Functionalist Theory

    A theory that explains social phenomena, including nationalism, based on their functions or roles within a society.

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    Invention of Traditions

    The deliberate process of constructing or reinforcing traditions, symbols, and myths to create a sense of shared national identity and legitimize a nation.

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    Uneven Development Theory

    A theory that links nationalism to anti-colonial movements and the socio-economic struggles of peripheral nations.

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    Nationalism as a Political Movement

    A political movement aimed at achieving or exercising state power based on a national identity.

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    Primordialist Approach to Nationalism

    A perspective that emphasizes the pre-existing cultural or ethnic factors that contribute to the emergence of nationalism.

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    Role of Language in Nationalism

    The use of language, particularly standardized language, as a unifying force in the creation of national identity.

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    Importance of Mass Education

    The spread of education, particularly mass education, plays a crucial role in promoting national consciousness and providing a shared cultural foundation.

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