Cultural Diversity

Which is not one of the words commonly used interchangeably?

• Stereotype

• Race

• Culture

• Ethnicity

Sharon has a friend from Keyna. She has spent time learning about the friend's culture so that she does not offend her family. Sharon is exhibiting which of the following terms?

• Multiculturalism

• Cultural sensitivity

• Ethnocentrism

• Counterculture

All except which one of the following is included in the definition for culture?

• Beliefs

• Values

• Communication

• Genetic characteristics

The primary dimensions of culture include all except which of the following?

• A Physical abilities/qualities

• B Race

• C Sexual orientation

• D All are primary dimensions of culture

Secondary Dimensions of culture include factors that can be altered. Which factor cannot be altered?

• Work experience

• Educational background

• Age

• Marital status

Which dimension of culture cannot be changed?

• Primary

• Secondary

Which dimensions of culture can be changed?

• Primary

• Secondary

Ethnicity is based on a strong sense of identity with which of the following?

• Geographic location

• Religious group

• Values

• Culture

Ethnicity is defined by all but which one of the following?

• Assumes genetic differences

• Refers to groups of people that are socially defined based on cultural criterion

• It is usually self-labeling; implies a sense of belonging, a positive evaluation

• Contributes to self-esteem

Race is defined as _________.

• The ability to be open to learning about and accepting of different cultural groups

• A belief that racial differences produce inherent superiority of a particular race

• A generalization of characteristics that is applied to all members of a cultural group

• A class or kind of people unified by shared interests, habits, or characteristics