Chap 5) Wht R Factors Tht Shape Identity Of Ppl & Contribuite To Div Socity Flashcards
1
Q
What are the factors that shape the identities of people and contribute to a diverse society?
A
- race & ethnicity
- religion
- socio-economic status
- nationality
2
Q
Elaborate on “race & ethnicity”
A
- race = biological
- ethnicity = cultural;
people who share the same ancestry, customs & traditions that distinguish them from other groups in society
3
Q
Elaborate on “religion”
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- an organised collection of attitudes, beliefs. Values, practices & world views
- shapes how a person acts/reacts to societal issues
4
Q
Elaborate on “social-economic status”
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- an economic situation shared by a group of people in society
- social classes: upper, middle, working
- influences your lived experiences & intrests
- can change over time (social mobility)
5
Q
Elaborate on “nationality”
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- being a citizen in a particular country
- 5.9M population, only 3.6 are Singaporeans (2023 stats)
- shapes national identity/cohesion, sense of belonging
