Unit 1 Globalization And You Flashcards
Civic
Citizenship in a city, region, or country.
Civic Nationalism
Nationalism based on shared political values or beliefs as a foundation for citizenship in a nation state.
Civic Responsibility
The obligation of a citizen to be involved in his or her free and democratic society.
Country
A territory that is an independent (self-governing) nation, that exists within clearly defined borders and internationally recognized borders, and whose citizens share a common set of values and beliefs.
Cultural Diffusion
The spreading of the values, customs, and traditions of one culture to other cultures.
Culture
The learned and shared way of life of a group of people, which includes the generally accepted customs, beliefs, and values.
Ethnic Background
The background of language, religion, and customs of ones family.
Ethnic Group
A group of people with common racial and cultural traits such as language, religion, and customs.
Ethnic Nationalism
Nationalism based on a shared common ethnic background.
First Nations
Both Status and Non-Status Indians in Canada, as defined by Canadian laws.
Globalization
The process by which people around the world are becoming increasingly interconnected through trade, the media, and migration.
Identity
The key characteristics that people use to describe who they are.
Ideology
A theory or concept about the way in which society should be organized.
Inuit
The aboriginal people of Arctic Canada traditionally with a distinct territory, social structure, and language.
Linguistic Identity
Language as a characteristic of identity.
