Cuture- Week 1 Cultural Elements and Religion

Culture is the collectively​ (a)   ​ (b)   and ways of a ​ (c)   that distinguish them from another. Every culture is ​ (d)   . Many different things make up society's ​ (e)  

• learned
• behaviors
• group
• unique
• culture

Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Social Organizations

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(b) Language

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(c) Customs and Traditions

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(d) The Arts

• how people are organized into smaller groups

• includes facial expression and body language

• family is your first

• celebrates your culture

• core of all cultures

• makes communication possible

• creative means of expression

• spoken or written

• shapes your beliefs and behaviors

• behavior expectations- both written and nonwritten

• passed down through generations

• gives a sense of pride and identity

Culture ______ over time.

What is religion?

• A set of beliefs, practices, and rituals centered around the worship of a higher power or powers.
• A form of exercise
• A scientific theory
• A type of food

Sort the statements into the correct category

Groups:

(a) Judaism

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(b) Christianity

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(c) Islam

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(d) Hinduism

• Bible is the holy text

• Synagogue is the place of worship

• Holy Trinity: Father, Son, Holy Spirit

• Torah is the holy text

• Ramadan is a month of fasting

• Church is a place of worship

• Jesus is the Son of God

• Vedas as sacred texts

• Allah and Quran

• Reincarnation and karma

• Five Pillars of Islam

• Prophet Muhammad is the final prophet

• caste system

• first monotheistic religion

Language is the _____ of a culture.

What is the main purpose of fasting (not eating) during Ramadan?

• To feel hungry all day

• To show gratitude, patience, and self-contr

• To prepare for a big feast at night

• To avoid going to school

Which of the following is a common tradition during Ramadan?

• Decorating a Christmas tree

• Eating turkey on Thanksgiving

• Breaking the fast with dates and water at sunset

• Hiding Easter eggs

Why does Amira’s family go to the mosque together during Ramadan?

• To play games with friends

• To watch a performance

• To pray and feel part of the community

• To have another meal after dinner