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What is the fundamental principle of Multiculturalism?
What is a characteristic of a heterogeneous culture?
What is the primary goal of the Melting Pot Theory?
What is essential for a multicultural society to thrive?
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What is a key feature of the Salad Bowl Theory?
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What is a consequence of discrimination in a multicultural society?
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What is the outcome of a society that values Multiculturalism?
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What does a homogeneous culture imply?
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What types of food are mentioned in the text as being part of traditional Indonesian food?
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What is one way in which the environment affects culture?
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What is an example of how topography affects culture?
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How does the system of governance affect culture?
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What is an example of how technological innovation affects culture?
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What is the result of a country having a heterogeneous culture?
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What is the term for the coexistence of different cultural identities and practices?
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What is cultural heritage?
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What is cultural heritage comprised of?
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What is the main characteristic of culture?
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What is homogeneous culture?
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What is the main difference between cultural heritage and culture?
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What is heterogeneous culture?
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What is the purpose of multiculturalism?
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What is the relationship between cultural heritage and culture?
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What is the analogy used to describe the relationship between cultural heritage and culture?
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Study Notes
Defining Multiculturalism
- Multiculturalism is the coexistence of multiple different cultures and traditions within a community, comprising small ethnic and racial groups.
- It respects other cultures, acknowledges individual differences, and ensures everyone has equal opportunities to live a fulfilling life.
Features of a Multicultural Community
- Involvement and active engagement of tolerance of cultural diversity.
- Eliminating discriminatory practices or cultural racism to prevent conflict and promote social harmony.
The Salad Bowl vs The Melting Pot Theory
- Melting Pot Theory: Different ethnicities assimilate to become one homogeneous culture.
- Salad Bowl Theory: People with different cultures live together, embracing their individual cultures, ideologies, and religions.
Defining Culture
- Culture is the characteristic of a certain group of people and how they live their daily lives, encompassing art, music, values, and legends.
- Culture is a present and evolving way of life, taking forms such as beliefs, behaviors, traditions, language, and art.
- Culture is always adapting and changing.
Cultural Heritage
- Cultural heritage is past aspects from one's ancestors in an ethnic or racial group, passed down for generations, and consists of material (dresses, artifacts) and intangible (folklore, stories) components.
- Cultural heritage is fixed and preserved, shaping culture.
Analogy
- Culture is like a flowing river, constantly changing and moving, while cultural heritage is the rocks and tributaries that feed into the river, shaping its course and character.
Types of Culture
- Homogeneous culture: A culture that has a set of beliefs, practices, and traditions, usually from other cultures mixed together.
- Heterogeneous culture: A community or society that consists of diverse ranges of beliefs, practices, and traditions.
Factors Affecting Cultures
- Environment: The location that people live in shapes culture, forming the backdrop for social activities.
- Time Period: Culture changes over time.
- System of Governance: The system of governance determines people's level of freedom and choice, affecting culture.
- Technological Innovation: Technology development and innovation affect the way people live and communicate, thus affecting culture.
Environmental Factors
- Topography: When people living near lakes are more into trading and fishing, while those living in prairies are more dependent on farming and hunting.
- Raw Materials: If an area is full of trees, people are more likely to build houses out of wood, rather than stone or concrete.
- Climate: People living in cold places wear thicker clothes, while those in warmer places wear thinner clothes.
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Description
This quiz assesses your understanding of multiculturalism, its importance, and the different cultural theories. It covers the concept of multiculturalism, the melting pot theory, and the salad bowl theory.