Cultural Beliefs and Values

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What is the term for the shared beliefs, values, and practices of a group of people?

  1. Culture

  2. Society

  3. Community

  4. Nation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Culture refers to the shared beliefs, values, and practices of a group of people.

Which of the following is NOT a common cultural value?

  1. Individualism

  2. Collectivism

  3. Materialism

  4. Fatalism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fatalism is not a common cultural value, as it refers to the belief that events are predetermined and cannot be changed.

What is the term for the process by which cultural beliefs and values are transmitted from one generation to the next?

  1. Enculturation

  2. Socialization

  3. Acculturation

  4. Assimilation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Enculturation is the process by which cultural beliefs and values are transmitted from one generation to the next.

Which of the following is NOT a common cultural belief?

  1. The existence of a god or gods

  2. The importance of family

  3. The value of hard work

  4. The belief in reincarnation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The belief in reincarnation is not a common cultural belief, as it is only held by certain religions and cultures.

What is the term for the process by which individuals adopt the cultural beliefs and values of a new culture?

  1. Acculturation

  2. Assimilation

  3. Integration

  4. Marginalization


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Acculturation is the process by which individuals adopt the cultural beliefs and values of a new culture.

Which of the following is NOT a common cultural practice?

  1. Marriage

  2. Religious rituals

  3. Greetings

  4. Gift-giving


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Greetings are not a common cultural practice, as they vary widely across cultures.

What is the term for the process by which individuals reject the cultural beliefs and values of their own culture?

  1. Counteracculturation

  2. Deculturation

  3. Reacculturation

  4. Transculturation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Counteracculturation is the process by which individuals reject the cultural beliefs and values of their own culture.

Which of the following is NOT a common cultural symbol?

  1. Flags

  2. National anthems

  3. Religious symbols

  4. Food


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Food is not a common cultural symbol, as it varies widely across cultures.

What is the term for the process by which cultural beliefs and values change over time?

  1. Cultural evolution

  2. Cultural drift

  3. Cultural diffusion

  4. Cultural revitalization


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cultural evolution is the process by which cultural beliefs and values change over time.

Which of the following is NOT a common cultural norm?

  1. Respect for elders

  2. Honesty

  3. Generosity

  4. Punctuality


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Punctuality is not a common cultural norm, as it varies widely across cultures.

What is the term for the process by which cultural beliefs and values are transmitted from one culture to another?

  1. Cultural diffusion

  2. Cultural exchange

  3. Cultural borrowing

  4. Cultural hybridization


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cultural diffusion is the process by which cultural beliefs and values are transmitted from one culture to another.

Which of the following is NOT a common cultural value in Western societies?

  1. Individualism

  2. Materialism

  3. Competition

  4. Collectivism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Collectivism is not a common cultural value in Western societies, as it emphasizes the importance of the group over the individual.

What is the term for the process by which cultural beliefs and values are revived or strengthened?

  1. Cultural revitalization

  2. Cultural renewal

  3. Cultural resurgence

  4. Cultural renaissance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cultural revitalization is the process by which cultural beliefs and values are revived or strengthened.

Which of the following is NOT a common cultural practice in East Asian societies?

  1. Confucianism

  2. Ancestor worship

  3. Filial piety

  4. Individualism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Individualism is not a common cultural practice in East Asian societies, as it emphasizes the importance of the group over the individual.

What is the term for the process by which cultural beliefs and values are transmitted through the media?

  1. Cultural transmission

  2. Cultural dissemination

  3. Cultural diffusion

  4. Cultural imperialism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cultural transmission is the process by which cultural beliefs and values are transmitted through the media.

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