Understanding Culture and Culture & Society

Which of the following refers to the way of life of a people, including their beliefs and practices

• Culture

• Cultural Landscape

• Cultural Diffusion

• Civilization

Which of the following refers to an environment shaped by people and technology

• Culture

• Cultural Landscape

• Cultural Diffusion

• Civilization

Which of the following refers to an advanced culture with cities and a system of writing

• Culture

• Cultural Landscape

• Cultural Diffusion

• Civilization

Which of the following is an example of a visible cultural trait?

• concept of fairness

• importance of time

• style of dress

• child raising beliefs

Which of the following is a true statement about culture?

• Culture includes people's work, behavior, and beliefs.

• Culture never changes.

• Culture does not include material things.

• Language is not a part of culture.

Which of the following might a geographer study to learn how landforms affect the culture of an area?

• the population

• how mountains affect farming

• the climate of an area

• Bird migration patterns

In which environment would farmers be likely to make terraces for their farmland?

• wide, flat river valley

• the top of a plateau

• hills

• low, flat plains

Which of the following is a custom or organization with social, educational, or religious purposes

• Anthropologist

• Society

• Institution

• Fast Food Restaruants

Which of the following is NOT a social institution?

• Government

• Agriculture

• Religion

• Education

Which of the following is NOT one of the four major early advancements in technology?

• the invention of tools

• beginning of agriculture

• control of fire

• development of specialized clothing