6th Grade Unit 8 Quiz

What is a multicultural society?

• A society with only one culture

• A society where two or more cultures exist closely

• A society that rejects other cultures

• A society that speaks only one language

Which of the following is a positive effect of multiculturalism?

• Clashes over beliefs and traditions

• Borrowing ideas and practices between cultures

• Cultural isolation

• Loss of cultural identity

Which of these is considered a negative effect of multiculturalism?

• Cultural exchange

• Shared traditions

• Clashing over different beliefs

• Economic growth

What is an institution in the context of a society?

• A physical building

• A practice, relationship, or organization within a culture

• A place for social gatherings

• A religious site

Which of these is NOT a major social institution?

• Education

• Religion

• Sports

• Government

What is the purpose of the family as a social institution?

• To control resources

• To pass on genes and community values

• To make laws

• To educate on global politics

Cultures often express their beliefs and experiences through:

• Architecture, art, music, and literature

• Politics, science, and philosophy

• Business, sports, and economy

• Law, government, and economics

How do cultural institutions sustain themselves over time?

• By focusing on technological innovation

• By developing informed citizens through education

• By isolating themselves from other cultures

• By creating new government policies

Artists, musicians, and writers use creative expressions to:

• Teach educational skills

• Reflect on contemporary issues

• Make government rules

• Avoid universal themes

Over history, multicultural groups have contributed by trading:

• Only food

• Ideas, beliefs, and innovations

• Military strategies

• Language and art exclusively