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What structure primarily characterizes Jordan’s society?
What structure primarily characterizes Jordan’s society?
Which characteristic of Jordanian society reflects its rich cultural past?
Which characteristic of Jordanian society reflects its rich cultural past?
What role does religion play in Jordanian society?
What role does religion play in Jordanian society?
Why do many Jordanians remain in their family homes until they marry?
Why do many Jordanians remain in their family homes until they marry?
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How is hospitality perceived in Jordanian culture?
How is hospitality perceived in Jordanian culture?
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What is a notable change in the Bedouin society in Jordan?
What is a notable change in the Bedouin society in Jordan?
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What aspect of Jordanian society encourages mutual support and solidarity?
What aspect of Jordanian society encourages mutual support and solidarity?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a characteristic of Jordanian society?
Which of the following is NOT considered a characteristic of Jordanian society?
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What is a significant characteristic of family relations in Jordanian society?
What is a significant characteristic of family relations in Jordanian society?
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Which factor has contributed to the increase in the average age of marriage in Jordan?
Which factor has contributed to the increase in the average age of marriage in Jordan?
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What is a key characteristic of rural life in Jordanian society?
What is a key characteristic of rural life in Jordanian society?
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What has been a major change regarding marriage practices in Jordanian society?
What has been a major change regarding marriage practices in Jordanian society?
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What challenge is presented regarding the separation of rural, Bedouin, and urban communities in Jordan?
What challenge is presented regarding the separation of rural, Bedouin, and urban communities in Jordan?
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What aspect of Jordanian society has contributed to the status improvement of women?
What aspect of Jordanian society has contributed to the status improvement of women?
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How does urban society in Jordan compare to rural society in terms of social cohesion?
How does urban society in Jordan compare to rural society in terms of social cohesion?
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Which of the following describes the general demographic trend in Jordan's population pyramid?
Which of the following describes the general demographic trend in Jordan's population pyramid?
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What drives the increase in urbanization in Jordanian society?
What drives the increase in urbanization in Jordanian society?
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What cultural characteristic is highly valued in Jordanian society?
What cultural characteristic is highly valued in Jordanian society?
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What role does the city play in the lives of citizens according to the content?
What role does the city play in the lives of citizens according to the content?
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What enables the political orientation of the Jordanian state to foster national unity?
What enables the political orientation of the Jordanian state to foster national unity?
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What aspects are covered by Articles 5-32 of the Jordanian Constitution?
What aspects are covered by Articles 5-32 of the Jordanian Constitution?
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What type of social structure does Jordanian society exhibit?
What type of social structure does Jordanian society exhibit?
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In what way does urban society's individualism manifest?
In what way does urban society's individualism manifest?
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What traditional practices are still present among some Jordanian clans and families?
What traditional practices are still present among some Jordanian clans and families?
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What is one of the main goals of encouraging investments in tourism and agriculture in rural areas?
What is one of the main goals of encouraging investments in tourism and agriculture in rural areas?
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What does pluralism in Jordan primarily promote among different communities?
What does pluralism in Jordan primarily promote among different communities?
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What role do Jordanian women play in the country's development?
What role do Jordanian women play in the country's development?
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What is one challenge faced by Jordanian women despite their successes?
What is one challenge faced by Jordanian women despite their successes?
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How have Jordanian women historically contributed to the workforce?
How have Jordanian women historically contributed to the workforce?
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What is one of the governmental approaches encouraged for supporting pluralism in Jordan?
What is one of the governmental approaches encouraged for supporting pluralism in Jordan?
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What achievement is noted about Jordanian women recently?
What achievement is noted about Jordanian women recently?
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What aspect still limits the global participation of Jordanian women?
What aspect still limits the global participation of Jordanian women?
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What major issue do many women in Jordan lack that hinders their professional growth?
What major issue do many women in Jordan lack that hinders their professional growth?
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What percentage of women in the natural sciences, medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy fields are female in Jordan?
What percentage of women in the natural sciences, medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy fields are female in Jordan?
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What has been identified as a major contributor to the socio-economic gap among girls in Jordan?
What has been identified as a major contributor to the socio-economic gap among girls in Jordan?
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What is a significant concern regarding women's workforce participation in Jordan?
What is a significant concern regarding women's workforce participation in Jordan?
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In which area have Jordanian women notably excelled, achieving high representation?
In which area have Jordanian women notably excelled, achieving high representation?
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What is the female workforce participation rate in Jordan?
What is the female workforce participation rate in Jordan?
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What percentage of girls from underprivileged households excelled above level 2 in math in 2009?
What percentage of girls from underprivileged households excelled above level 2 in math in 2009?
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Who has been highlighted as an important figure in advocating for women's empowerment in Jordan?
Who has been highlighted as an important figure in advocating for women's empowerment in Jordan?
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What was the improvement percentage in Jordan's female-to-male ratio for Total Entrepreneurship Activity between 2016 and 2019?
What was the improvement percentage in Jordan's female-to-male ratio for Total Entrepreneurship Activity between 2016 and 2019?
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What significant score did Jordan achieve in the World Bank’s Women, Business, and the Law report?
What significant score did Jordan achieve in the World Bank’s Women, Business, and the Law report?
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Which year did Jordanian women officially begin to serve in the army?
Which year did Jordanian women officially begin to serve in the army?
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What milestone occurred in 1965 impacting women's military service in Jordan?
What milestone occurred in 1965 impacting women's military service in Jordan?
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Which responsibility have women taken on since 1990 in Jordan?
Which responsibility have women taken on since 1990 in Jordan?
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Which reform allowed women in Jordan to access credit and register businesses on equal terms with men?
Which reform allowed women in Jordan to access credit and register businesses on equal terms with men?
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What was established in Jordan at the end of 1971 related to women in public security?
What was established in Jordan at the end of 1971 related to women in public security?
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What trend is observed among the younger generation of women in Jordan regarding the Jordan Armed Forces?
What trend is observed among the younger generation of women in Jordan regarding the Jordan Armed Forces?
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Study Notes
Definition of Community
- A unified body of individuals, such as people with common interests living in a specific area.
- A group of people with a common characteristic or interest living together within a larger society.
Jordanian Society
- Belongs to the Arab and Islamic culture, encompassing religion, history, and political existence.
- Majority are Sunni Muslims, with Christian minorities primarily Eastern Orthodox, with smaller groups of Roman Catholic, Coptic Orthodox, Assyrian, Chaldean Catholics, Armenian Orthodox, and some Protestants.
- Characterized by strong family relations, stemming from the value system and social ties, including family and clan.
- Younger generations in cities have lessened reliance on family ties due to economic and social reasons.
- Women have gained significant ground in terms of education and employment in society since the early 1950s.
Characteristics of Jordanian Society
- Rich cultural diversity, influenced by its history and various cultures.
- Respect for traditions and values as a core cultural element.
- Hospitality, showing care for guests as highly valued.
- Collaboration and solidarity as a defining characteristic encouraging members to help each other.
- Religion and tolerance, with diverse religious communities coexisting peacefully.
Categories of Jordanian Society
- Bedouin Society: A distinctive group, with traditional values such as generosity, hospitality, and patience, maintaining significant impact on public life, although in modern times are less rigid to traditional roles.
- Rural Society: Based on close relationships, kinship, and neighborliness, within villages across the country.
- Urban Society: Characterized by urbanization, increasing mobility from the countryside, highlighting individuality, with less social cohesion than in rural areas.
Population Growth Elements in Jordan
- Fertility Rate: Number of children a woman bears during her reproductive years. A key factor in population growth.
- Mortality Rate: Number of deaths in a community over a specific period. Impacts population size and distribution.
- Migration: Internal and external migration influences population distribution and growth.
- Natural Growth Rate: The difference between birth and death rates, influencing overall growth.
- Demographic Changes: Shifts in population structure, like an increasing proportion of youth or elderly people.
Social Challenges Facing Jordanian Society
- Unemployment and lack of job opportunities.
- Poverty and economic inequality.
- Environmental challenges, including water scarcity.
- Increasing migration and refugee influx.
- High divorce and family breakdown rates.
- Crime and violence in certain areas.
- Low cultural and educational awareness in specific demographics.
- Social pressures from traditions and cultural values.
Social Challenges Facing Jordanian Society (continued)
- Poverty, a social phenomenon, with multiple interrelated political and social implications.
- Unemployment is defined by the lack of job opportunities for those of working age.
- Population growth.
- Violence/crime is the act of force with no person's consent.
- Increasing drug use is a growing problem.
Addressing Issues of Poverty and Unemployment
- Investments in various economic sectors.
- Development of education and vocational training.
- Support programs for vulnerable groups, such as youth unemployment and needy families.
- Promotion of small and medium-sized industries, and support for entrepreneurs.
- Improvement of infrastructure and provision of services to underprivileged communities.
- Encouragement of investments in tourism and agriculture.
- Government support for social and economic projects targeting vulnerable groups.
Pluralism and National Integration
- Pluralism and national integration are vital components of Jordan's national and cultural identity.
- Different religious and ethnic communities peacefully coexist in Jordan.
- Jordanian society fosters understanding, solidarity, and peaceful coexistence among all.
- Government support of national dialogue and promoting peaceful coexistence.
Jordanian Women
- Women have achieved significant progress in participating in society and holding leadership positions.
- Women have successfully broken into traditionally male-dominated fields.
- Presence in many fields highlights women's growing participation, influence, and recognition, challenging traditional gender roles.
- Women continue to strive for increased recognition in all sectors and positions of influence.
Jordanian Education
- Women have notably reached high positions in various educational institutions.
- High percentage of women within natural science, medical, and other fields.
- Discrepancy between female literacy rates and employment numbers. Socioeconomic disparities exist that limit opportunities for women in the job market.
Business, Police, Military
- Women are increasingly participating in entrepreneurship, business, and even leadership positions.
- Jordan was a pioneer in the Middle East by allowing women into the police force.
- Efforts to recruit more women into the military services have increased over the years.
- Women's participation in the military and police has become a visible part of the social and political landscape.
Parliament and Government
- Jordan's approach to empowering Jordanian women aligns with its constitutional principles.
- Government efforts are dedicated to promoting the equal participation of women and non-discrimination.
- Laws and regulations regarding employment & elections reflect an understanding and support of women's contributions.
Political Role of Women
- Increased number of women in the Jordanian legislative assembly, highlighting progress.
- Women increasingly playing more significant roles in Jordanian politics such as ministers and ambassadors.
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Test your knowledge about the unique characteristics of Jordanian society, including its cultural heritage, family structures, and the role of religion. Explore the social dynamics and changes within the community that reflect its rich history and traditions.
