Overview of Culture and Its Definitions
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Which of the following best describes culture?

  • An innate quality
  • A system of learned behavior (correct)
  • A biological instinct
  • A solitary invention

    • Culture is an individual experience that varies from person to person.

    False

    What role does language play in culture?

    Language is the chief vehicle of culture.

    What is the primary purpose of socialization?

    <p>To teach cultural values and norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Culture includes knowledge, belief, art, morals, law, and any other capabilities acquired by man, as a member of __________.

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

    Transculturalism is characterized by the dominance of one culture over another.

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

    List one agent of socialization that transforms human beings into culturally adapt individuals.

    <p>Family, parents, teachers, peers, or mass media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following definitions with their authors:

    <p>Tylor = Culture is that complex whole which includes knowledge, belief, art, morals, law, custom, and capabilities acquired by man. Roberty = Culture is the body of thought and knowledge, both theoretical and practical, which only man can possess. C.C. North = Culture consists in the instruments constituted by men to assist him in satisfying his wants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Successful socialization can result in __________ within society.

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

    What characteristic of culture reflects its function in society?

    <p>Culture fulfills some needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Culture can be transmitted from one generation to another.

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

    Match the following factors with their influence on Transcultural Society:

    <p>Availability of transportation = Facilitates cultural exchange and interaction Prestige of the transmitted culture = Affects how readily new cultures are accepted Migration = Increases cultural diversity Adaptability of recipients = Determines how well new cultural elements are integrated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of culture varies from society to society?

    <p>Culture varies in its expressions, customs, and traditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes material culture?

    <p>Manmade objects related to the physical aspects of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Non-material culture includes manmade objects like furniture and clothing.

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

    What is one factor responsible for cultural diversity?

    <p>Geographical location</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ________ culture refers to the intangible outcomes of cultural practices and beliefs.

    <p>Non-material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following cultural components with their definitions:

    <p>Rituals = Established, repeated activities often linked to beliefs Language = System of communication using words and symbols Beliefs = Convictions accepted as true by a group Practices = Actions that are carried out based on cultural norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'uniformity of culture' refer to?

    <p>Similar cultural patterns shared among different groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Culture remains constant over time and does not vary.

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

    Name one aspect that contributes to the evolution of culture.

    <p>Technological advancement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chief vehicle of culture?

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

    Culture is an individual phenomenon and does not require social interactions.

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

    Name one characteristic that differentiates culture from being inborn.

    <p>Culture is learnt socially.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Culture is transmitted through __________ and carried from one generation to another.

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

    Match the following concepts with their definitions:

    <p>Culture = A shared system of customs and beliefs Language = The primary vehicle for cultural transmission Social interaction = Essential for acquiring culture Learning = A process of acquiring cultural traits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about culture is true?

    <p>Culture is shared and varies from society to society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cultural practices such as customs and ideas are shared by individuals within a group.

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

    What is one example of a learned cultural behavior?

    <p>Shaking hands or saying 'namaskar'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines 'Culture'?

    <p>The ideas, customs, and social behavior of a particular people or society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Culture can exist independently of civilization.

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

    What does the term 'Civilization' refer to?

    <p>The society, culture, and way of life of a particular area.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Culture is considered an end, while civilization has precise ______ standards.

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

    Match the terms to their definitions:

    <p>Culture = Internal refinement and expression Civilization = External infrastructure and administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Culture?

    <p>Depends entirely on technological advancement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Change in culture is a static process that does not evolve over time.

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

    What are some elements that Civilization continuously advances?

    <p>Transportation, communication, and technology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Culture Overview

    • Culture encompasses all aspects of a group's way of life, including behavior, philosophies, ethics, morals, manners, customs, traditions, and various activities like religious, political, and economic ones.
    • Humans are born and raised within a cultural environment, unlike other animals.
    • Culture is a learned system of behavior shared among group members and passed down through generations.
    • Culture is essential to understanding society; the two are inseparable.
    • Culture shapes social interaction, maintains order, and influences everyday actions and experiences within a society.

    Definitions of Culture

    • Tylor defines culture as the complex whole encompassing knowledge, beliefs, art, law, customs, and other capabilities acquired by humans as members of society.
    • Roberty defines culture as the body of thoughts and knowledge, theoretical and practical, unique to humans.
    • North defines culture as the tools and instruments humans create to satisfy their needs.

    Nature of Culture

    • Culture is an acquired trait, not inherent.
    • It is a social inheritance, not individual.
    • Culture is idealistic, representing the values and norms of a group.
    • Culture comprises the collective social heritage of a group, transmitted across generations.
    • Culture fulfills specific needs and is an integrated system, its parts interconnected so that new elements are integrated.
    • Language is a crucial vehicle for transmitting and perpetuating culture across time.

    Characteristics of Culture

    • Culture is shared, acquired at birth, and passed down through generations.
    • Culture, like a blueprint, guides a society in daily life.
    • Culture is learned, not innate. Unlearned behaviors are physiological, while learned behaviors are cultural (e.g. shaking hands).
    • Culture is social, not an individual phenomenon. Culture is developed through interactions with other people.
    • Culture is shared by more than one person. Its existence relies on group interactions.
    • Culture is transmitted through language, which encompasses oral, written, and other expressions. Culture can be transmitted through imitation or instruction.
    • Culture is continuous and progressive, building upon past achievements and adapting to future needs.
    • Culture is dynamic and adaptable, always changing and evolving.
    • Culture varies from society to society; it is not uniform.

    Types of Culture

    • Material culture comprises the tangible objects produced and used by a society.
      • Examples: clothing, food, furniture, buildings.
    • Non-material culture includes intangible elements of culture.
      • Examples: beliefs, habits, rituals, practices, thinking, feeling, acting, language

    Evolution of Culture

    • Specific cultural evolution can be difficult to trace, but it is clear that culture is as old as man.
    • Discoveries and inventions help in understanding cultural changes.

    Diversity and Uniformity of Culture

    • Culture is a set of behaviors within a group; the diverse cultures are often grouped together through shared languages, customs, and traditions.
    • Cultural diversity arises from variations within groups in beliefs, traditions, etc. and across different societies.
    • Geographical location, behavior imitation, flexibility, technological advancements, religious beliefs, lifestyles, and languages are diverse cultural factors.

    Culture and Civilization

    • Culture refers to the ideas, customs, and social behaviors of a particular group.
    • Civilization encompasses society, culture, and way of life of an area.
    • Culture is an end, without specific measurement parameters; it is internal. Cultural change is a gradual process.
    • Civilization is external and has set measurement standards; it progressively develops over time through technology, devices, and infrastructure.

    Culture and Socialization

    • Culture encompasses beliefs, values, behaviors, and material objects shared by a group.
    • Socialization is a process shaping and defining people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, instilling societal values and norms.
    • Socialization teaches human beings societal norms and values, influencing their everyday lives.
    • Individuals are born without culture; they are transformed into culturally adapted humans, or through socialization.

    Transcultural Society

    • Transculturalism describes seeing oneself through the lens of another culture, or combining different aspects of cultures.
    • Transcultural society involves the transfer of cultural traits through various means (direct contact, media, etc.) and transcends geographical boundaries and generations.
    • Cultural traits are transmitted through language and social interaction.

    Culture and Modernization

    • Most modern societies are multicultural, encompassing various cultures and a mutual respect for different perspectives and methods of life.
    • Modern society generally embraces cultural differences without dominance of any one culture.

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