Cultural Contacts Quiz

What is the process of contacts between different cultures and the outcome of such contacts called?

• Cultural diversity

• Acculturation

• Cultural transmission

• Cultural relativism

Which term refers to the alteration or modification of cultural elements in a society?

• Continuity

• Change

• Customs

• Cultural heritage

The persistence of cultural elements in a society across time is known as:

• Change

• Acculturation

• Continuity

• Cultural transmission

What term describes the phenomenon that occurs as a society becomes larger and more complex, with immigrant groups joining the dominant culture?

• Cultural diversity

• Acculturation

• Cultural relativism

• Stereotypes

The practices, traditions, customs, and knowledge that define who we are socially and personally are referred to as:

• Values

• Customs

• Cultural heritage

• Cultural transmission

Which concept emphasizes that individuals and groups must view other cultures objectively without judging them using their own cultural norms?

• Acculturation

• Cultural relativism

• Stereotypes

• Cultural diversity

The transmission of culture across and between generations in society is known as:

• Cultural transmission

• Acculturation

• Cultural heritage

• Change

Established ways of acting or cultural practices that are unique to groups in society are called:

• Values

• Customs

• Stereotypes

• Cultural diversity

What term describes the preconceived view of the characteristics of a group held by individuals who are not members of that group?

• Cultural relativism

• Stereotypes

• Values

• Customs

Deeply held ideas and beliefs that guide our thinking, language, and behavior are known as:

• Customs

• Values

• Stereotypes

• Cultural heritage