Culture and Its Importance

What does culture broadly refer to?

• Beliefs, practices, and symbols

• Language and art

• Biological needs and urges

• Social contexts and diversity

Do all individuals within a culture think and act in identical ways?

• Yes, always

• No, never

• Yes, but only in certain situations

• No, it depends on various factors

How do we learn to become members of our group?

• Through genetic inheritance

• Through direct instruction from parents and peers

• Through personal experiences only

• Through observation of animals

What causes culture to change?

• Internal factors only

• External factors only

• Both internal and external factors

• Culture never changes

What does a symbol represent in culture?

• Something with a natural connection

• Something without any meaning

• Something that stands for something else

• Something that has no significance

How do cultural symbols convey meaning?

• They have fixed meanings across all societies

• They have conflicting meanings across all societies

• They have shared meanings within a group or society

• They have no impact on communication

What is the role of culture in the production of social order?

• Culture has no impact on social order

• Culture creates chaos and disorder

• Culture provides stability and cooperation

• Culture only affects religious rituals

According to Karl Marx, how does culture maintain unjust power over the majority?

• By promoting equality and fairness

• By encouraging critical thinking

• By reinforcing mainstream values and beliefs

• By advocating for social change

What emotional response does culture provide?

• Fear and anxiety

• Confusion and uncertainty

• Belonging and security

• Isolation and loneliness

How does culture shape personalities?

• Culture has no influence on personalities

• Culture shapes behavior but not personality

• Culture influences expectations and behavior

• Culture only affects religious beliefs