Quiz 1 Flashcards
is a collection of learned behaviors, attitudes, and beliefs that encompass both the material and non-material things which are shared by all the members of society
Culture
It is an important element of a society as it provides a design of living for every member to be able to communicate and cooperate effectively from one another.
Culture
Different cultures and traditions which eventually result to ___
Cultural Variation
What are the 6 key elements of culture (NCR,LVS)
- Symbols and languages
- Religion
- Custom
- Values and beliefs
- Norms
- Laws and Politics
(Verbal and non verbal) represent the cultural reality in one culture
Symbols and languages
______ use symbols and languages to communicate with one another as well as to shape the thoughts of the people.
Cultures
the _______ tribe in south america uses one word for green and blue
Navajo
Is an important element of a culture, dictates the moral beliefs of the people which guide their everyday lives
Religion
According to _____ without it there would be no social Order, social Control, social Cooperation
Durkheim
acts as guidelines for the people in reference to what is good, desirable, important & worthwhile, this can cause conflictas the peoplemight have incompatible goals or perception
Values and beliefs
considered true by a culture yet false by other culture
values and beliefs
is a practice or a behavior that is common to a particular class or group of people
Custom
govern the everyday decision making
Laws
govern the people depending on the characteristics of the leader
Politics
certain ABORIGINAL groups in (A,E,C,I) practice killing babies and old people
(Australia, Eskimos, Indians, Caribou) Infanticide & Geronticide