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What is cultural lag?
When there is a delay in the changes of dependent cultural traits
According to Ogburn, what frequently causes cultural lag?
Technological change
In the context of cultural lag, what typically changes faster?
Material culture
How is civilization described in the text?
As a process of civilizing society to reach maximum development
What is one key aspect of civilization mentioned in the text?
Improving quality of life collectively through various means
Which characteristic of civilization relates to satisfying the needs of a group of people?
Systematizing society for better living standards
What does cultural lag suggest about the relationship between changing cultural traits?
One trait changes before another, causing a delay in the dependent trait's change
According to Ogburn, why does cultural lag occur?
As a result of technological advancements affecting culture at different rates
Which type of culture is highlighted as taking considerable time to change?
'Nonmaterial' culture
What result often follows technological change according to the text?
Cultural stagnation and lack of progress
Explore the concept of culture in sociology and anthropology, its contrast to 'nature', and its different aspects like cultivation, distinction between high and low, and differences in universes of meaning. Learn how culture shapes individual meaning-making frameworks acquired from society.
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