MIDTERMS

Question 1

It is a complex phenomenon that contains nearly all aspects of shared human experiences.

Answer 1

culture

Question 2

We are naturally drawn to participate in it

Answer 2

culture

Question 3

We are naturally drawn to participate in it because we are naturally _ creatures that want to belong and be accepted by peers.

Answer 3

social

Question 4

More importantly, we need to be protected from danger and increase human chances of __

Answer 4

human survival

Question 5

People need to modify behaviors that can match what the group deems __

Answer 5

acceptable

Question 6

factual beliefs over __

Answer 6

values

Question 7

__ over the same values

Answer 7

different moral codes

Question 8

Is it okay that culture will have absolute power and control over people

Answer 8

no because not all is well

Question 9

worried about idols and ideologies (i.e. powers of the public) that could corrupt a young person’s mind.

Answer 9

plato

Question 10

concerned because culture served to justify inequality because the ruling class determines what is right and wrong while the rest merely follow

Answer 10

karl marx

Question 11

other name for ruling class

Answer 11

bourgeoisie

Question 12

anything that the group of people can find meaningful.

Answer 12

symbols

Question 13

the system of communication that enables humans to communicate either verbally or through writing

Answer 13

language

Question 14

assumptions or convictions held true by an individual or a group of people. They could be about events, people, or things

Answer 14

beliefs

Question 15

culturally acceptable standards of behavior. It is what a person considers as important or beneficial in life.

Answer 15

values

Question 16

an informal guideline by a particular group of people or social unit about what is considered normal or correct/incorrect social behavior

Answer 16

norm

Question 17

5 elements of culture

Answer 17

symbols
language
beliefs
values
norms

Question 18

cited three critical elements that jointly influence the human person’s moral development. These are native traits (or genetic characteristics); early childhood experience, and one’s cultural surroundings

Answer 18

plato

Question 19

what is the name of plato’s writing

Answer 19

the republic

Question 20

As implied by him, if a person’s cultural surroundings reward ___ to agreeable norms it would lead the person to behave much better and quell undesirable conduct.

Answer 20

conformity

Question 21

is more potent in children which is why culture must express the image of a noble character.

Answer 21

culture

Question 22

__ should display the conduct of a proper human being

Answer 22

role models

Question 23

the behavior of the adults serves as the child’s ___ as he or she grows and develops (Cornford, 1966; Pekarsky, 1998)

Answer 23

moral foundation

Question 24

Moral philosophy experts, such as Dr. James Rachels, reject cultural relativism due to its __

Answer 24

implausibility

Question 25

found out that there are values that are universal amidst the different cultures and moral codes that vary in terms of viewing what is right and wrong.

Answer 25

dr james rachels

Question 26

what are the three universal values shared by all cultures

Answer 26

caring for the young murder is wrong tell the truth

Question 27

The first one will not make the species go extinct.

Answer 27

caring for the young

Question 28

The second will not wipe out the entire population.

Answer 28

murder is wrong

Question 29

the third will allow us to pay attention and for effective communication

Answer 29

telling the truth

Question 30

manifested in a basic sense of justice and fairness, and in concern for others ; ability to empathize with others, in helpfulness and generosity in times of need (pakikiramay), in the practice of bayanihan or mutual assistance, and in the famous Filipino hospitality.

Answer 30

pakikipagkapwa-tao (regard for others)

Question 31

Filipinos possess a sensitivity to people's feelings or pakikiramdam, pagtitiwala or trust, and a sense of gratitude or utang-na-loob ; interpersonal ; camaraderie and feeling of floseness ; unity and social justice

Answer 31

pakikipagkapwa - tao

Question 32

Filipinos possess a genuine and deep love for the family, which includes not simply the spouses and children, parents, and siblings, but also grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, godparents, and other ceremonial relatives

Answer 32

family orientation

Question 33

source of personal identity, the source of emotional and material support, and the person's main commitment and responsibility ; honor and respect to elders ; results in a feeling of belonging or rootedness and in a basic sense of security.

Answer 33

family orientation

Question 34

cheerful and fun-loving approach to life and its ups and downs. There is a pleasant disposition, a sense of humor, and a propensity for happiness that contribute not only to the Filipino charm, but to the indomitability of the filipino spirit ; results in emotional balance

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joy and humor

Question 35

great capacity to adjust, and to adapt to circumstances and to the surrounding environment, both physical and social ; tolerance for ambiguity

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flexibility, adaptability, and creativity

Question 36

The desire to raise one's standard of living and to possess the essentials of a decent life for one's family, combined with the right opportunities and incentives ; productivity and entrepreneurship; survival

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hard work and industry

Question 37

Filipinos have a deep faith in God ; tangible part of everyday life ; prayer

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faith and religiosity

Question 38

manifested in our capacity for endurance despite difficult times, and in our ability to get by on so little ; carry on through the harshest economic circumstances

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ability to survive

Question 39

’ is having and maintaining ‘good public relations.’ This is usually being practiced to avoid clash with other people or a certain group.

Answer 39

Pakikisama

Question 40

described as a feeling of lowliness, shame or embarrassment, and inhibition or shyness which is experienced as somewhat distressing.

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hiya

Question 41

derived from the concept of ‘face.’ ; characterized as the high degree of sensitivity that makes a person intolerant to criticism and causes him to have an easily wounded pride”

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amor propio

Question 42

fundamental aspect of upholding group harmony and relationships that demand the balancing of obligations and debts. This involves the concept ‘reciprocity’ or returning the received favor

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utang na loob

Question 43

innate ability and trait of Filipinos to be courteous and entertaining to their guests. Indeed, generally speaking, Filipinos are hospitable as they are internationally known to be warm, welcoming, and accommodating.

Answer 43

filipino hospitality

Question 44

These include the use of ‘po’ and ‘opo’when talking to elders and ‘pagmamano’ or the putting of the elder’s hand to one’s forehead.

Answer 44

respect to elders