Introducing Culture Flashcards
What is the definition of culture in sociology?
Culture refers to the shared beliefs, values, norms, and practices that characterize a group or society.
True or False: Culture is static and does not change over time.
False
Fill in the blank: ____ is a key component of culture that includes language, symbols, and rituals.
Communication
What is the difference between material and non-material culture?
Material culture refers to physical objects and artifacts, while non-material culture includes beliefs, values, and norms.
Which sociologist is known for the concept of ‘cultural relativism’?
Franz Boas
What does ‘cultural diffusion’ refer to?
The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group to another.
True or False: Subcultures exist within a larger culture and have distinct values and norms.
True
What is ethnocentrism?
The belief that one’s own culture is superior to others.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of non-material culture? A) Clothing B) Music C) Beliefs D) Artifacts
C) Beliefs
What role does socialization play in the transmission of culture?
Socialization is the process through which individuals learn and internalize the values and norms of their culture.
Fill in the blank: The concept of ____ refers to the ways in which culture influences behavior and identity.
Cultural identity
What is the term for a shared cultural framework that provides guidelines for behavior?
Norms
True or False: All cultures have the same values and norms.
False
What is a counterculture?
A counterculture is a group that rejects and opposes the dominant cultural values and norms.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes ‘popular culture’? A) Elite art forms B) Mainstream entertainment C) Scientific knowledge D) Religious beliefs
B) Mainstream entertainment
What is ‘cultural assimilation’?
The process by which a minority group adopts the customs and attitudes of the dominant culture.
Fill in the blank: ____ are the shared expectations and rules that guide behavior within a culture.
Norms
What does ‘cultural hegemony’ mean?
Cultural hegemony refers to the dominance of one culture over others, often through ideological means.
True or False: Cultural practices are always explicit and easily observable.
False
What is an example of a cultural symbol?
A national flag
What does the term ‘globalization’ refer to in the context of culture?
The increasing interconnectedness and interdependence of cultures around the world.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of culture? A) Dynamic B) Shared C) Universal D) Learned
C) Universal
What is meant by ‘cultural lag’?
Cultural lag refers to the period of time it takes for society to adjust to new technological or social changes.
Fill in the blank: Culture can be transmitted through ____ and education.
Socialization
What is the significance of language in culture?
Language is a primary means of communication and a key vehicle for transmitting culture.
True or False: Cultural practices are the same across all societies.
False
What is ‘cultural appropriation’?
Cultural appropriation is the adoption of elements of one culture by members of another culture, often without permission.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes the term ‘folkways’? A) Formal laws B) Informal norms C) Religious practices D) Traditions
B) Informal norms
What is a ‘cultural script’?
A cultural script is a guide for behavior that is based on cultural norms and values.
Fill in the blank: The study of culture in sociology often involves examining the relationship between culture and _____.
Society
What is ‘cultural identity’?
Cultural identity is the sense of belonging to a particular culture and the influence it has on an individual’s self-perception.
