Material Culture vs. Non-Material Culture Quiz
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Which cultural concept refers to a belief that your own culture is superior to others?

  • Subculture superiority
  • Cultural relativism
  • Nationalistic pride
  • Ethnocentrism (correct)
  • What is the term used for a subculture whose values and norms differ from those of mainstream society?

  • Mainstream culture
  • Cultural lag
  • Cultural assimilation
  • Counter-culture (correct)
  • Which concept is characterized by a social group within a national culture sharing distinctive patterns of behavior and beliefs?

  • Cultural diversity
  • Culture shock
  • Ethnocentrism
  • Nationalistic culture (correct)
  • In discussions of power and resistance, what concept may be kept out of sight for those in power?

    <p>'Counter-culture'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Culture shock' pertains to which of the following?

    <p>A feeling of disorientation when exposed to an unfamiliar culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'culture lag' refer to in the context of culture?

    <p>The delay in cultural adaptation to new technologies or changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture?

    <p>Ethnocentrism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept is characterized by the delay between changes in material culture and changes in non-material culture?

    <p>Culture lag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the feeling of disorientation or discomfort when encountering a new culture or way of life?

    <p>Culture shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is defined as the distinct set of values, beliefs, and practices shared by a nation?

    <p>National culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to a group within a society that has distinctive values, norms, and practices different from the dominant culture?

    <p>Subculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'The belief in the superiority of one's own culture' is most closely associated with which concept?

    <p>Ethnocentrism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does blues music represent in American slave society?

    <p>Hidden transcripts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cultural concept refers to the idea of open public interaction between dominations and oppressed subculture?

    <p>Unification for peace and harmony of all members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used to describe a group of cultural traits dominated by one essential trait?

    <p>Culture complex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does culture lag refer to in the context of technological innovations?

    <p>Time taken for culture to catch up with technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of conflict arises due to the imposition of power over conquered people and social stratification?

    <p>Inter-personal conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the population is covered by the 12 classical religions?

    <p>83%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Culture shock" can best be described as:

    <p>A personal disorientation due to exposure to a different culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Subculture" is best defined as:

    <p>A smaller culture within a larger culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Ethnocentrism" is characterized by:

    <p>'Xenocentrism'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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