Culture Diffusion

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What are some contemporary causes of diffusion?

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Globalization, urbanization, and advancements in technology

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Which of the following is an example of time-space convergence? Increased rates of urbanization, Advancements in technology, Reduced barriers between people, All of the above

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All of the above

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What is one contemporary cause of the diffusion of the English language?

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The internet, movies, music, and social media

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How does diffusion occur on a global scale?

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Through hierarchical diffusion starting at global cities, through the spread of cultural traits from global to national to regional to local scales, and through the influence of global cities on surrounding settlements.

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The blending of African, European, and some Amerindian cultural elements into the unique socio-cultural systems found in the Caribbean.

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creolization

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A language that is adopted as a common language between speakers whose native languages are different. Also known as a bridge language, common language, or trade language.

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lingua franca

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Which faith do Muslims follow?

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Islam

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Which religion spread throughout West Africa as a result of trade?

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Islam

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Which of the following religions are considered to be universalizing religions? Buddhism, Christianity, & Islam, Islam, Hinduism, & Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, & Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism

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Buddhism, Christianity, & Islam

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A simplified lingua franca created to facilitate communication is known as a:

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pidgin language