Understanding Culture: Universality and Dynamics
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What does culture define in a society?

  • Ways of life of a people (correct)
  • Cultural traits and patterns
  • Economic systems and institutions
  • National borders and territories

    • What is the term used to describe the system of norms and values that gives characteristic feeling to culture?

  • National character
  • Culture trait
  • Ethos (correct)
  • Culture complex

    • What is the result of combining cultural traits?

  • A national character
  • A cultural ethos
  • A culture pattern
  • A culture complex (correct)

    • What is the function of culture according to the text?

    <p>It defines the ways of life of a people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of cultural traits?

    <p>They identify similarities and differences among cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between culture complexes and culture patterns?

    <p>Culture patterns are made up of culture complexes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is unique about each people's culture?

    <p>It is peculiar to them, but contains elements found in other cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is culture regarded as dynamic?

    <p>It changes over periods and times across generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does culture define in situations?

    <p>Situations as either joyful or mournful, war or peace, working or eating or playful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does culture explain?

    <p>Myths, legends, symbols, and the supernatural</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does culture provide for individuals in a society?

    <p>Ready-made patterns of behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do individuals learn through socialization and observation?

    <p>Attitudes, values, norms, and goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature of the landscape in Muslim areas of Nigeria?

    <p>Mosques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do Christians predominantly live in Nigeria?

    <p>South of the country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of Native religions in Nigeria?

    <p>They are spread throughout the country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of deities in Native religions in Nigeria?

    <p>They have a range of roles, including creation, protection, and control over aspects of the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common aspect of the textual landscape in Christian areas of Nigeria?

    <p>Biblical phrases on signs and posters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT true about Nigerians' religious practices?

    <p>All Nigerians closely follow their religion's guidelines for behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinct characteristic of religiosity in Nigeria compared to many other countries?

    <p>A minimal distinction between the spiritual and the secular</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which religion has the most significant impact on the lives of women in Nigeria?

    <p>Islam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of cities like Katsina or Kano in Nigeria?

    <p>A male-dominated public sphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge in summarizing the influence of Christianity on gender roles in Nigeria?

    <p>The many branches of Christianity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of material culture in Nigeria?

    <p>A billboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the study of culture broadly divided into?

    <p>The study of material and non-material culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was Nigeria's independence gained?

    <p>1960</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many ethnic groups are found in Nigeria?

    <p>370</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main religious division within Nigeria?

    <p>Between Christians and Muslims</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of family in Nigerian culture?

    <p>It is extremely important</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of society is Nigeria described as?

    <p>Hierarchical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the capital city of Nigeria?

    <p>Abuja</p> Signup and view all the answers

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