Theme A: Identity Debates Flashcards
What is the UK composed of?
The UK is a multi-nation state made up of four nations: England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
What is the official nationality of the UK?
The official nationality is British.
How can identity be perceived in the UK?
Individuals may identify differently in relation to their UK identity, such as Welsh rather than British or Cornish rather than English.
What factors influence identity in the UK?
Key factors include shared history, culture and traditions, and language.
What is a key aspect of English identity?
English identity is often seen as intertwined with British identity, historically and geographically centered in London.
How does media in the USA portray English identity?
Media often links English identity with cultures and traditions associated with politics and the monarchy, such as the State opening of Parliament or the changing of the guard.
What is a significant debate surrounding Scottish identity?
Many Scots desire independence, with a history of self-rule leading to differences in law and education systems.
What was the outcome of the 2014 Scottish independence referendum?
In the 2014 referendum, 44.7% voted to leave the UK.
What are some cultural elements associated with Scottish identity?
Distinctive food (e.g. haggis), music (e.g. bagpipes), and costume (e.g. kilts).
What is a key aspect of Welsh identity?
The historic importance of the Welsh language, emphasized by the Welsh Language Act of 1993, which put Welsh on equal standing with English in public sectors.
What cultural elements are linked with Welsh identity?
Distinctive food (e.g. Welsh cakes), Celtic music, and Welsh costumes.
What historic factors influence Northern Ireland identity?
The partition of Ireland in 1921, when Northern Ireland remained with the UK, and the predominance of Protestantism in Northern Ireland compared to Catholicism in the Republic of Ireland.
What cultural elements are associated with Northern Ireland identity?
Distinctive food (e.g. colcannon), Celtic music, and Irish costume.
What is one key factor that contributes to a person’s identity?
Cultural background
True or False: A person’s identity is solely determined by their nationality.
False
Fill in the blank: A person’s __________ can greatly influence their values and beliefs.
upbringing
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a factor in shaping identity? A) Family B) Social media C) Favorite color
C) Favorite color
Short Answer: Name one personal experience that can shape a person’s identity.
Life-changing events, such as moving to a new country or experiencing trauma.
What is identity?
Identity is what makes you who you are. It’s how you see yourself and how others see you. Your identity is shaped by different parts of your life, background, and experiences.
What are the types of identity?
You can have multiple identities at the same time, including ethnic, religious, gender, age, social, cultural, national, and local/regional identities.
What is an example of ethnic identity?
Being British Asian, Afro-Caribbean, etc.
What is an example of religious identity?
Being Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Hindu, atheist, etc.
What is an example of gender identity?
Being male, female, non-binary, transgender, etc.
What is an example of age identity?
Being a teenager, child, adult, pensioner.
