citezenship Flashcards
What is identity?
Who you are
Identity encompasses values, beliefs, and characteristics that define an individual.
What are characteristics that define you?
Values and beliefs, personality traits, ethnicity, race, birthplace, gender or sexual orientation, abilities/disabilities, religion, belief system, moral code, motivations or interests
These characteristics contribute to an individual’s identity.
What is collective identity?
Belonging to a group
The identity of the group can influence and become part of an individual’s identity.
What are visible characteristics of identity?
Things on the outside, like what you wear and how you act
These are aspects of identity that can be easily observed.
What are invisible characteristics of identity?
Things you choose not to reveal
These may include personal beliefs, feelings, or experiences that are not immediately apparent to others.
What is surface culture?
Language, fashion, holidays
Surface culture refers to the visible aspects of culture that are easily identifiable.
What is deep culture?
Manners, communication, work
Deep culture includes the underlying values and beliefs that shape behavior and interactions.
Fill in the blank: The way you are viewed by the world is a part of your _______.
identity
Identity is shaped by how others perceive you.
What is the definition of citizenship?
Legal status of a citizen
Citizenship includes rights, responsibilities, and privileges.
What characterizes active citizenship?
Being an informed and active member of a political community
Active citizenship is inclusive and considers multiple viewpoints.
What are the paths to legal citizenship?
Birth and immigration
Citizenship can be acquired through various means.
How does the author describe the feeling of citizenship?
Feeling like this is your country
This includes rooting for and supporting your country during events like the Olympics.
What is a myth?
An old, powerful storytelling form
Myths often convey important messages and are semi-true.
What is a legend?
A semi-true story that conveys important messages
Legends often involve mystical properties and heroic characters.
What role does storytelling play in myths and legends?
Explain, teach, and entertain
Storytelling in this context often involves fantastic places and significant cultural meanings.
Fill in the blank: Citizenship includes rights, responsibilities, and _______.
privileges
These elements are essential to the concept of citizenship.
True or False: Active citizenship is about considering only one’s own viewpoint.
False
Active citizenship involves considering multiple viewpoints and standing up for others.
Fill in the blank: Myths have a _______ relationship with the universe.
mystical
Myths often explore the relationship between humans and the universe.
What audience does storytelling in myths and legends target?
Culture or groups of people
These stories often reflect the values and beliefs of specific cultures.
