Encountering the Other

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What is the main topic of 'Encountering the Other'?

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The main topic explores the interactions and perceptions between different cultures and how they view each other.

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What does it mean to encounter the Other?

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To encounter the Other means to meet or engage with individuals or groups from different cultural backgrounds.

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What is a common historical attitude towards outsiders?

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Historically, many cultures have tried to prevent outsiders from joining their culture.

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What obstacle did Malinowski identify that prevents cultural learning?

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Malinowski identified that it is difficult to learn another culture as a major obstacle.

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What is ethnocentrism?

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Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture is superior to others.

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How did the Chinese historically view outsiders?

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The Chinese viewed outsiders as 'devil's spawn' who had no place among them.

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What is cultural relativism?

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Cultural relativism is the principle of understanding and evaluating a culture based on its own values and beliefs rather than judging it by the standards of another culture.

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What is the significance of cultural exchange?

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Cultural exchange allows for the sharing of ideas, traditions, and practices between different cultures, fostering understanding and cooperation.

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What is a family-tribe?

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A family-tribe refers to a social group where members are related by blood or marriage, often sharing a common culture.

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How have modern communities changed compared to historical family-tribes?

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Modern communities are often more diverse, with individuals coming from various cultural backgrounds rather than being primarily related.