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What is one of the characteristics of culture that describes its interconnectedness?
How is culture primarily acquired according to the content?
Which characteristic indicates that cultures can change over time?
What does the characteristic of relativity in culture highlight?
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What is meant by the term 'internalization' in the context of culture?
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What does adaptation in cultural context refer to?
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Which of the following statements about cultural deception is accurate?
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What differentiates the concept of culture from mere instincts?
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What does subculture refer to in the context of cultural studies?
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Which of the following best describes national culture?
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What is meant by international culture in the context provided?
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Which statement is incorrect regarding levels of culture?
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How can subcultures influence the larger culture they exist within?
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Which of the following would NOT be considered a national culture trait?
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What role does international culture play in a globalized context?
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Which factor is NOT typically associated with shaping subcultures?
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Study Notes
Culture
- Culture encompasses practices, arts, values, beliefs, and attitudes that define a way of life.
Characteristics of Culture
- Holistic: Consists of interconnected elements that work together as a whole.
- Learned: Acquired through social interactions rather than being inherent or instinctual; emphasizes the nature vs. nurture debate.
- Relative: Different civilizations exhibit unique behavioral patterns based on distinct worldviews, relating to the concepts of ethnocentrism and cultural relativism.
- Dynamic: Subject to change due to various influences such as technological advancements, environmental shifts, and political factors.
- Deceptive: While some cultural aspects are visible, many underlying elements are not easily perceived.
Culture and the Individual
- Adaptation: Involves learning to act in ways deemed appropriate within a culture.
- Internalization: The process whereby individuals become accustomed to societal roles, norms, and values.
Levels of Culture
- Subculture: Refers to the cultural traits and patterns of a smaller group within a larger cultural framework, including regional, religious, and educational cultures.
- National Culture: Represents the common values and cultural characteristics shared by a nation.
- International Culture (Cultural Universal): Describes universally recognized cultural traits and characteristics across different societies.
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Description
Explore the multifaceted nature of culture through its characteristics like being holistic, learned, relative, dynamic, and deceptive. This quiz delves into how culture influences individual behaviors and societal roles. Test your knowledge on the impact of cultural practices on everyday life.
