12 Questions
Which of the following best describes culture?
A system of symbols and meanings acquired by society
What is the normative aspect of culture?
It guides people's actions and behavior based on accepted norms.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of culture mentioned in the text?
Culture is static and unchanging.
How is culture acquired?
Through a process of learning and acquisition
What is the primary purpose of culture, according to the text?
To organize ideas, interpret experiences, and guide behavior
Which aspect of culture is NOT explicitly mentioned in the text?
Culture is a means of social control
What is the primary means by which culture is passed down from one generation to the next?
Through language and behavior
Which of the following statements about culture is true?
Culture adapts to changing needs and circumstances
What is the primary factor that determines how a culture is formed and assimilated by people?
The geographical environment
Which of the following statements about cultural diversity is true?
Cultural diversity is caused by varying social structures, beliefs, values, and practices
What is the meaning of the term 'enculturation'?
The gradual acquisition of cultural characteristics and norms
Which of the following factors contributes to cultural diversity within a country?
Differences in the needs of the people
Test your knowledge on the meaning of culture and its characteristics such as learned, normative, cumulative, adaptive, and diverse. Explore the nature, goals, and perspectives in anthropology, sociology, and political science.
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