Culture Flashcards
The abbreviation JCDC represents
Jamaica Cultural Devlopment Commision
Define culture
The way of life
list some aspects of cultures
lifestyle, products, ideas and symbols
what are the five components of culture
values, norms, beliefs, language and symbols
what are the two types of culture
tangible and intangible
what is tangible culture
culture which deals with the parts we can see and touch
examples of tangible culture
food, dress, art, monuments and craft
what is intangible culture
culture that deals with the parts that we cannot see and touch
examples of intangible culture
music, dance and speech
what are norms
expected patterns of behaviour in a society
what are values
principles or standards of behaviour
what are rules
general societal guidelines that regulate social behaviour
Characteristics of culture
culture is learned, shared, adaptable, dynamic and symbolic
