Understanding Culture and Society

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What is the primary reason for the reaction to change in a culture?

The inheritance of cultural traditions and stability (correct)
The desire for improvement and progress
The influence of external factors such as globalization
The need to adapt to the natural environment

What is the role of personal decisions in shaping the future and culture?

They are one of the many factors that contribute to cultural change (correct)
They are the primary driving force behind cultural change
They are only relevant in the context of globalization
They are insignificant and have no impact

What is the common thread among people who share a particular culture?

They share the same language and traditions
They were raised by the same parents
They acquired the culture through their upbringing (correct)
They have the same economic and social status

What is the term used to describe the body of cultural traditions that distinguish a specific society?

Culture-specific (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can cause cultural change?

Personality traits (A) Signup and view all the answers

How many layers or levels of culture are part of our learned behavior patterns and perceptions?

At least three (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of culture according to the HarperCollins Dictionary of Sociology?

A complex whole which includes knowledge, belief, art, morals, law, custom, and any other capabilities and habits acquired by man as a member of society. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the way of life for an entire society referred to as?

Culture (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, what does culture encompass in addition to art and literature?

Lifestyles, ways of living together, value systems, traditions and beliefs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the behaviors, arts, beliefs and institutions of a population that are passed down from generation to generation?

Culture (D) Signup and view all the answers

How is culture traditionally divided?

Into material, social and normative culture (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a system of belief that is part of culture?

Religion (C) Signup and view all the answers

What has been a social impact of cultural change in the UAE?

Greater cultural diversity and interconnectedness among residents (A) Signup and view all the answers

How has cultural change affected the economy of the UAE?

It has contributed to the growth of sectors such as tourism and entertainment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What has been an environmental impact of cultural change in the UAE?

Influenced consumption patterns and lifestyle choices (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the UAE government's initiatives to preserve local culture?

The establishment of cultural institutions like the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of the UAE government's efforts to promote traditional arts, crafts, and festivals?

To safeguard Emirati heritage and identity (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of cultural universals?

They are shared by all of humanity collectively. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of a cultural universal?

Wearing traditional clothing. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What has contributed to the change in traditional Emirati music?

Globalization and urbanization. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What has been the impact of expatriate communities on the language in the UAE?

A blend of Arabic and other languages. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of cultural change in the UAE in terms of music and language?

The emergence of new genres and styles. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the factors that have contributed to cultural change in the UAE?

Globalization and technological advancements. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a subculture?

A group of people who share a common identity and cultural traditions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of subcultures in diverse societies?

They retain much of their original cultural traditions (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an identifiable subculture in the United States?

Vietnamese Americans (A) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a subculture when its cultural differences with the dominant national culture blur and eventually disappear?

It becomes a group of people who claim a common ancestry (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why do German Americans and Irish Americans in the United States today identify themselves as Americans first?

Because they see themselves as being part of the cultural mainstream of the nation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is true about the relationship between a subculture and the dominant national culture?

A subculture is often distinct from the dominant national culture (D) Signup and view all the answers