Cultural Exploration

What is a tradition?

• A tradition is a belief or behavior passed down within a group or society with symbolic meaning or special significance.

• A tradition is a scientific theory that has been proven to be true.

• A tradition is a type of food commonly eaten in a specific region.

• A tradition is a new idea or practice that is not rooted in history.

Name a holiday celebrated in your culture.

• Christmas

• Labor Day

• Easter

• Halloween

What are customs and how do they differ from traditions?

• Customs are specific practices within a society, while traditions are broader cultural practices.

• Customs and traditions are the same thing.

• Customs are broader cultural practices, while traditions are specific practices within a society.

• Customs are only practiced by older generations, while traditions are practiced by younger generations.

How do different cultures greet each other?

• Different cultures greet each other by high-fiving

• Different cultures greet each other in various ways such as handshakes, bows, cheek kisses, hugs, and verbal greetings like 'hello' or 'namaste'.

• Different cultures greet each other by doing a dance

• Different cultures greet each other by exchanging gifts

What is a festival and why are they important?

• A festival is a type of food

• Festivals are important because they cause division among people

• A festival is a celebration or event that is usually centered around a specific theme, culture, or tradition. Festivals are important as they bring people together, promote cultural exchange, preserve traditions, and boost local economies.

• Festivals have no impact on local economies

Why do people from different cultures have different eating habits?

• Various factors such as geographical location, climate, historical influences, religious beliefs, available resources, and social norms contribute to the development of different eating habits among people from different cultures.

• People from different cultures have different eating habits because of their favorite color

• People from different cultures have different eating habits because they enjoy confusing others

• People from different cultures have different eating habits because they are secretly aliens

What is a common tradition during weddings?

• Throwing a pie

• Singing the alphabet

• Jumping jacks

• Exchanging vows

How do cultures celebrate the New Year?

• Cultures celebrate the New Year with fireworks, family gatherings, special meals, cultural performances, and traditional rituals.

• Cultures celebrate the New Year with parades and picnics.

• Cultures celebrate the New Year by ignoring the date altogether.

• Cultures celebrate the New Year by sleeping all day.

What are some cultural differences you have noticed when traveling?

• Language, customs, traditions, food, clothing, and social norms.

• Music, art, literature

• Climate, geography, architecture

• Currency, landmarks, transportation

Describe a festival you would like to attend from a different culture.