Cultural Examples Quiz

Language, Clothing, Architecture, Transportation, etc....are examples of.....

• ways humans communicate

• traits that are used to define culture

• traits that humans pass down from generation to generation

• current issues in countries today

Which example best shows how cultural borrowing has changed another world culture in a negative way?

• The spread of fast food leading to dietary changes and health issues

• The adoption of a foreign language enhancing communication

• The influence of international music fostering cultural exchange

• The use of modern technology improving living standards

What happened in 2010 related to baseball in Japan?

• A) A Japanese Little League baseball team played their first game.

• B) A Japanese Little League baseball team won the World Series.

• C) Baseball was introduced to Japan by Americans.

• D) The Japanese national team won the World Baseball Classic.

What has been one of the impacts of McDonald's chain restaurants opening thousands of stores in China?

• A) It has increased the popularity of American food.

• B) It has had no significant impact on local businesses.

• C) It has caused many family-owned restaurants to go out of business.

• D) It has led to a decrease in fast food consumption.

What does the term "cultural Borrowing" refer to?

• A) The process of a person adopting elements of another culture.

• B) The financial debts between different cultures.

• C) The exchange of cultural artifacts between museums.

• D) The loss of cultural identity in a society.

What is the meaning of cultural diffusion?

• Destruction of culture

• Creating new culture

• Ignoring other cultures

• Sharing and spreading of cultural aspects

What is an example of cultural diffusion?

• assimilation

• culture traits

• cultural diversity

• None of the above

What might accelerate cultural diffusion?

• Technological advancement

• Globalization

• Migration

• Trade

What can be a result of cultural diffusion?

• Elimination of original culture

• Cultural stagnation

• Cultural degradation

• Integration of new cultural practices

Which of the following can be classified as pop culture?

• Popular music

• Traditional rituals

• History textbooks

• Religious ceremonies