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What is the term used to refer to a group of people of the same descent and heritage who share a common and distinctive culture passed on through generations?

Race

Gender

Civilization

Ethnicity (correct)

Which term describes a community with a population large enough to produce new generations of members?

Gender

Subculture

Ethnicity

Civilization (correct)

What term refers to socially essential collective activities within a culture?

Rituals (correct)

Symbols

Subgroup

Heroes

Which term relates to real or imaginary people who serve as behavior models within a culture?

Heroes Signup and view all the answers

What does ethnicity use as distinguishing characteristics among people of the same descent and heritage?

Language Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a subculture within a dominant culture?

It encompasses a relatively large number of people. Signup and view all the answers

In the 19th century, Taylor's developmental stages included which of the following?

Savagery, barbarism, civilization Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is supported by the text regarding 'racial sciences' in the 19th century?

Races were ordered from primitive to most advanced by Europeans Signup and view all the answers

How did genetic studies impact the concept of race according to the text in the 20th century?

No single race-defining gene was found Signup and view all the answers

What did Huntington propose in the 20th century regarding civilizations?

Different civilizations existed separately Signup and view all the answers

What was included as a component of identity definition in Task 1a?

Religion Signup and view all the answers

'Civilization and Identity' concepts from the text suggest what about Western nations?

They are considered superior in C19th developmental stages Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main social categories in Emirati society?

Foreign immigrants and nationals Signup and view all the answers

Which group in Emirati society holds the highest political positions and power?

Ruling sheikhly families Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of the merchant class in Emirati society?

Traditionally pearling merchants Signup and view all the answers

Which group in Emirati society is represented by newly settled Bedouin nomads and former pearl divers?

Low-income groups Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the top professionals and technocrats among immigrants in Emirati society?

Earn high salaries and other benefits Signup and view all the answers

Which group among immigrants in Emirati society consists of skilled technicians and school teachers?

Middle-range professionals Signup and view all the answers

What is identified as the oldest source of human identity and conflict according to the text?

Religion Signup and view all the answers

Which event is NOT mentioned in the text as an example of conflict arising due to religious divides?

French Revolution Signup and view all the answers

In the 18th century, in many parts of the world, what identity superseded religious identity as a primary identity?

National identity Signup and view all the answers

Who proposed that class is determined by skill, education, wealth, power, and prestige?

Max Weber Signup and view all the answers

Which concept is NOT discussed in relation to identity in the text?

Artificial intelligence Signup and view all the answers

Which component of culture refers to socially essential collective activities within a community?

Rituals Signup and view all the answers

What term describes a group of individuals with the same descent and heritage who share common distinguishing characteristics passed on through generations?

Ethnicity Signup and view all the answers

In Emirati society, which group includes skilled technicians and school teachers among immigrants?

Skilled technicians and school teachers Signup and view all the answers

What do values within a culture represent according to the text?

Feelings about what is good/bad Signup and view all the answers

Who are the behavior models within a culture, whether real or imaginary, according to the text?

Heroes Signup and view all the answers

In the text, how does a culture's handling of gender reflect its values?

It reflects the culture's traditional norms and beliefs Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the biological definition of race?

It is fixed and stable Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about indicators of race?

They are caused by recent adaptation to climate and diet Signup and view all the answers

What did Swedish scientist Carolus Linnaeus classify humans into in 1735 based on race?

Africanus, Americanus, Asiaticus, and Europeaeus Signup and view all the answers

What does skin color variation indicate?

It reflects recent adaptation to climate and diet Signup and view all the answers

Which century saw the idea that Western nations are superior in terms of civilization?

19th century Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about genetic studies and their impact on the concept of race in the 20th century?

They found no single race-defining gene Signup and view all the answers

Which component was included as part of the identity definition in Task 1b according to the text?

Race Signup and view all the answers

In the context of civilization and identity, what did Huntington propose about civilizations in the 20th century?

Civilizations clash due to cultural differences Signup and view all the answers

What role does gender play in defining identity according to the text?

Gender is a key factor in determining identity Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ethnicity and Culture

A group of people with the same descent and heritage, sharing a common and distinctive culture passed on through generations, is referred to as an ethnic group.
Ethnicity uses distinguishing characteristics such as language, religion, customs, and traditions to differentiate among people of the same descent and heritage.

Community and Subculture

A community is a group with a large enough population to produce new generations of members.
A subculture is a group within a dominant culture that shares similar values, norms, and beliefs.

Cultural Concepts

Institution refers to socially essential collective activities within a culture.
Heroes are real or imaginary people who serve as behavior models within a culture.
Values within a culture represent what is deemed important or desirable.

Race and Civilization

The biological definition of race is characterized by genetic differences.
Indicators of race are not absolute and are influenced by social and cultural factors.
In the 18th century, national identity superseded religious identity as a primary identity in many parts of the world.
Swedish scientist Carolus Linnaeus classified humans into four races in 1735 based on geographic distribution.

Identity and Society

In Emirati society, the top two social categories are the ruling family and the merchant class.
The ruling family holds the highest political positions and power, while the merchant class is defined by their business interests.
Immigrants in Emirati society can be categorized into skilled technicians and school teachers, and top professionals and technocrats.

Conflict and Identity

Religious identity has been a significant source of human conflict throughout history.
In the 19th century, 'racial sciences' were used to justify racial superiority and discrimination.
Genetic studies in the 20th century impacted the concept of race, rendering it largely obsolete.

Civilization and Identity

Huntington proposed that civilizations are distinct and may clash due to their differing values and identities.
Civilization and identity concepts suggest that Western nations are not superior in terms of civilization.
Gender plays a significant role in defining identity, and a culture's handling of gender reflects its values.

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Test your knowledge on social class and identity, including concepts such as upper class, middle class, and lower class. This quiz is based on the content from 'An Introduction to Intercultural Communication' by Jandt.

Social Class and Identity Quiz