Cultural Diffusion

Which of the following describes Cultural Diffusion?

• When culture stays in one country.

• When parts of one culture are spread to other cultures

• When people learn new things about a country.

• When people get online to look up information.

Which of the following would NOT be an example of cultural diffusion?

• In 1492 Christopher Columbus sailed the ocean blue and brought plants, animals, economic opportunity, and new ideas to the New World.

• African foods such as yam flour, cassava, teff, and sorghum are an important part of African culture and many Africans enjoy them daily.

• The earliest traces of soccer were found in China during the Han dynasty. In 1904 FIFA was established and had various leagues operating in different countries. They held the first World Cup in Uruguay.

• Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) originated in the United States and is now one of the most popular restaurants in China.

Houston has a large population of people that have moved here from Mexico. In Houston, there are many street signs in both Spanish and English. The cause of cultural diffusion is ​ ​ ​​ ​ (a)   ​

• immigration
• technology
• trade
• conquest

Buddhism is a religion that began in India. The religion spread across Asia through merchants, or traders. As they bought and sold goods, they would share the teachings of Buddhism with others.  The cause of cultural diffusion is ​ (a)  

• trade
• technology
• conquest
• immigration

Which of the following have historically led to cultural diffusion?

• Polar Zone

• Immigration

• Mountain Barriers

• Large Desserts

There has been a civilization of people living in the area known as India since ancient times. These people spoke many different languages including Hindi. After the British victory in the Battle of Plassey, the British government started to take control of India. England’s King and Queen ruled the government and made all of the laws. One rule was that the official language would be English, so all the government documents were written in English and it was taught in schools. Everyone in India learned English, and even though India is now in dependent most people still speak English.

Is this ​ (a)  

• Cultural Diffusion
• Not Cultural Diffusion

Arroz con Leche is a traditional dish from Mexico. It consist of rice, milk, and cinnamon. Many families in Mexico still enjoy eating Arroz con Leche during Christmas holidays. Arrozo con Leche is an example of ​ ​ (a)  

• Not Cultural Diffusion
• Cultural Diffusion

In the 1940’s and 1950’s many immigrants moved from the Caribbean Islands of Cuba and Puerto Rico to New York (a state in the USA). These immigrants continued to play the music of their former country, a type called salsa. Salsa music became very popular and many people in New York listened to salsa music along with their own music. It is just one of many different types of cultural music you can hear on the streets of New York.

Is this ​ (a)   ​

• Cultural Diffusion
• Not Cultural Diffusion

Christianity is the world's largest religion, with about 2.1 billion followers throughout the world. Christianity is also the United States’ biggest religion. Christianity is an example of ​ (a)  

• Cultural Diffusion
• Not Cultural Diffusion

Which landform has historically caused cultural isolation?

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