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Subculture refers to


A) a part of the population lacking culture.
B) people who embrace popular culture.
C) cultural patterns that set off a part of a society's population.
D) people who embrace high culture.

E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

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For at least 12,000 years,humans have used culture as a strategy for survival.

A) True
B) False

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The fact that text messaging is based on a new set of symbols shows us that


A) today's young people are creating new symbols.
B) there are many ways to use symbols to communicate.
C) culture changes over time.
D) All of these responses are correct.

E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

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What basic view of culture underlies the social-conflict approach? What is one weakness or limitation of this approach?

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Cultural change is set in motion in three general ways.What are they?


A) invention,discovery,and diffusion
B) invasion,invention,and experiment
C) immigration,imagination,and innovation
D) adaptation,integration,and immigration

E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

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Subculture is more at odds with dominant culture than counterculture.

A) True
B) False

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This language,which is the native tongue or official language in several world regions,has become the preferred second language in most of the world.


A) Spanish
B) Chinese
C) English
D) Hindi

E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

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Cultural universals refer to patterns that are held by everyone in a society.

A) True
B) False

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Understanding symbols allows people to make sense of their surroundings.

A) True
B) False

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The story of Helen Keller,who became blind and deaf,shows how the development of our humanity depends on the ability to understand and use symbols.

A) True
B) False

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Businesses in this country can profit from recognizing the cultural diversity of the U.S.population.

A) True
B) False

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The spread of cultural traits from one society to another is called


A) immigration.
B) cultural transmission.
C) popular culture.
D) diffusion.

E) All of the above
F) None of the above

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Identify at least one positive and one negative consequence of declaring English the "official" language of the United States.Why do some people strongly support this goal? Why do others strongly oppose it?

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Core values of U.S.culture


A) always fit together easily.
B) change quickly,even from year to year.
C) are shared by absolutely everyone in a society.
D) are sometimes in conflict with one another.

E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

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All of the following are values,identified by Robin Williams,as being central to U.S.culture EXCEPT


A) equal opportunity.
B) material comfort.
C) racism and group superiority.
D) belief in tradition.

E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

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Technology refers to knowledge people use to make a way of life in their surroundings.

A) True
B) False

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As a part of human culture,religion is an example of


A) material culture.
B) nonmaterial culture.
C) culture shock.
D) human nature.

E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

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What is the difference between high culture and popular culture?

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High culture and popular culture are two distinct concepts that refer to different types of cultural expressions, practices, and products, each with its own set of characteristics and audiences. High culture, also known as "elite culture," refers to the cultural products and practices that are often associated with the social elite, the educated, or the aristocracy. This type of culture is typically considered to be of high artistic value and intellectual depth. High culture includes classical music, opera, ballet, fine arts, literature, and theater. It is often preserved and promoted through institutions such as museums, galleries, concert halls, and universities. High culture is usually seen as enduring and timeless, and it often requires a certain level of education or cultural capital to be fully appreciated. Popular culture, on the other hand, is also known as "pop culture" and refers to the set of ideas, perspectives, attitudes, images, and other phenomena that are within the mainstream of a given culture, especially Western culture of the early to mid-20th century and onward. Popular culture is heavily influenced by mass media and is often associated with the tastes of the general public and the lower classes. It includes a wide range of cultural products such as music, film, television, fashion, sports, news, social media, and other forms of entertainment that are consumed by the majority of a society's population. Popular culture is more accessible, constantly changing, and often seeks to entertain, rather than to enlighten or challenge. The main differences between high culture and popular culture can be summarized as follows: 1. Accessibility: High culture is often less accessible to the general public due to its perceived complexity and the need for a certain level of education to appreciate it. Popular culture is widely accessible and designed to appeal to a broad audience. 2. Perceived Value: High culture is often associated with lasting artistic merit and intellectual challenge, while popular culture is seen as more transient, commercial, and focused on entertainment. 3. Audience: High culture is traditionally consumed by the upper classes or those with a particular interest in the arts, while popular culture is aimed at the mass market and is consumed by a wide range of people from all walks of life. 4. Institutions: High culture is supported and preserved by formal institutions such as museums, universities, and opera houses, whereas popular culture is disseminated through mass media such as television, radio, cinema, and the internet. 5. Purpose: High culture often aims to provide profound experiences, provoke thought, and reflect on the human condition. Popular culture typically seeks to entertain, amuse, and be relatable to everyday experiences. It's important to note that the distinction between high culture and popular culture is not always clear-cut and can vary over time and across different societies. Additionally, the two can influence each other, and some cultural products may be considered both high and popular culture in different contexts or times.

The early U.S.sociologist who described the difference between folkways and mores was


A) Emile Durkheim.
B) William Graham Sumner.
C) Harriett Martineau.
D) George Herbert Mead.

E) All of the above
F) None of the above

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Sociobiology explores how human biology has shaped today's culture.

A) True
B) False

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