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What is a community?
What is a community?
What are some things that human communities share?
What are some things that human communities share?
What is the origin of the word "community"?
What is the origin of the word "community"?
Study Notes
- A community is a group of people who share something in common.
- A community can be defined by shared attributes or strong connections among its members.
- Communities can be based on norms, religion, values, customs, identity, or sense of place.
- Durable relations beyond immediate genealogical ties define a sense of community.
- Communities can be small or large affiliations, including virtual communities.
- The word "community" comes from the Latin word "communitas."
- Human communities share intent, belief, resources, preferences, needs, and risks.
- Community is a common experience that connects people.
- Social innovations often include "community" in their names as a symbol of good intentions.
- David M. Chavis & Kien Lee describe community as simple, natural, and human.
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How well do you understand the concept of community? Test your knowledge with this quiz! From the definition of community to its different types and characteristics, this quiz covers it all. Challenge yourself to identify the common experiences and connections that bring people together and learn more about the significance of community in our lives. So, let's see how much you know about this fundamental concept!