Exploring The Cultural Iceberg

The video uses the iceberg metaphor to explain culture, highlighting that visible aspects like language, art, and customs are just the surface. Deeper elements such as beliefs, values, and emotions lie beneath, shaping cultural identity. External factors like climate and economics also influence culture. Understanding these layers provides a comprehensive view of cultural dynamics.

What is the most significant feature of an iceberg that relates to culture?

• It is cold

• Most of it is underwater

• Its shape

• Its size

Which of the following is NOT an observable cultural element?

• Dress

• Language

• Food

• Beliefs

What links the observable and deeper elements of culture?

• Art

• Language

• Food

• Traditions

Which of the following is an example of a cultural norm?

• A person's job

• A traditional dance

• A society's agreed-upon behaviors

• A country's laws

What is a myth in the context of culture?

• A very old story with a deeper truth

• A modern legend

• A false story

• A historical fact

Which of the following is considered a core value in culture?

• Friendship

• Technology

• Geography

• Climate

What do people generally desire beyond money?

• Luxury items

• Fame

• More money

• Safety and power

What is an example of an assumption people make daily?

• The weather will be good

• The bus will arrive on time

• They will win the lottery

• They will meet a celebrity

How can climate influence culture?

• By influencing the country's economy

• By determining the language spoken

• By affecting daily challenges and lifestyle

• By changing the country's laws

What has a significant impact on the direction and development of modern cultures?

• Traditional dances

• Ancient myths

• Powerful mediums of communication

• Local cuisine