Culture and Judiasm Review

What is the definition of culture?

• A way of life

• the type of culture you can touch

• the type of culture you cannot touch

• a group of people who share the same culture

Answer explanation

Culture is best defined as 'a way of life,' encompassing the beliefs, practices, and values shared by a group. The other options focus on tangible or intangible aspects, but do not capture the essence of culture as a lifestyle.

What is the definition of culture group?

• A way of life

• the type of culture you can touch

• the type of culture you cannot touch

• a group of people who share the same culture

Answer explanation

A culture group is defined as a group of people who share the same culture, encompassing their beliefs, practices, and values. This distinguishes it from other options that do not accurately capture the essence of a culture group.

What is the definition of material culture?

• A way of life

• the type of culture you can touch

• the type of culture you cannot touch

• a group of people who share the same culture

Answer explanation

Material culture refers to the physical objects, resources, and spaces that people use to define their culture. Thus, it is best described as 'the type of culture you can touch', distinguishing it from non-material aspects.

Click all the examples of material culture. (Click more than one answer choice.)

• Language

• Tools

• Clothes

• Beliefs

Answer explanation

Material culture includes tangible items created by a society. Tools and clothes are physical objects that reflect cultural practices, while language and beliefs are abstract concepts, not material culture.

What is the definition of non material culture?

• A way of life

• the type of culture you can touch

• the type of culture you cannot touch

• a group of people who share the same culture

Answer explanation

Non-material culture refers to the intangible aspects of culture, such as beliefs, values, and norms, which cannot be physically touched. Therefore, the correct choice is 'the type of culture you cannot touch'.

Click all the examples of nonmaterial culture. (Click more than one answer choice.)

• Language

• Tools

• Clothes

• Beliefs

Answer explanation

Nonmaterial culture includes aspects like language and beliefs, which represent ideas and values. Tools and clothes are material culture as they are physical objects.

What is the definition of religion?

• A way of life

• belief in one god

• belief in multiple gods

• a system of faith and worship

Answer explanation

Religion is best defined as a system of faith and worship, encompassing various beliefs and practices. While it can include belief in one or multiple gods, the broader definition captures the essence of organized spiritual practice.

What is the definition of polytheism?

• A way of life

• belief in one god

• belief in multiple gods

• a system of faith and worship

Answer explanation

Polytheism is defined as the belief in multiple gods, distinguishing it from monotheism, which is the belief in one god. Therefore, the correct answer is 'belief in multiple gods'.

What is the definition of monotheism?

• A way of life

• belief in one god

• belief in multiple gods

• a system of faith and worship

Answer explanation

Monotheism is defined as the belief in one god, distinguishing it from polytheism, which is the belief in multiple gods. Therefore, the correct answer is 'belief in one god'.

What is the definition of Abrahamic religion?

• a religion that has Abraham as an ancestor

• belief in one god

• belief in multiple gods

• a system of faith and worship

Answer explanation

Abrahamic religions are those that trace their lineage to Abraham, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Thus, the correct definition is 'a religion that has Abraham as an ancestor', distinguishing it from other belief systems.