Cultural Relativism Quiz

According to the text, what is the main argument against Cultural Relativism?

• Cultural Relativism ignores the importance of individual beliefs.

• Cultural Relativism is too difficult to understand and apply.

• Cultural Relativism is based on the idea that all cultures have equally correct beliefs.

• Cultural Relativism promotes ignorance and prevents progress.

Which definition best matches the use of the word arbitrarily in paragraph 11?

• Definition 1

• Definition 2

• Definition 3

• Definition 4

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In part II of the text, what is the author's main point about the relationship between tolerance and Cultural Relativism?

• Tolerance is a dangerous concept that can lead to moral relativism.

• Tolerance is a universal value that transcends cultural differences.

• Tolerance is a necessary component of Cultural Relativism.

• Tolerance is a cultural value that varies from one culture to another.

In paragraph 16 of the text, how does the author illustrate the idea that different cultures may need different moral codes?

• The differences between collectivist and individualist cultures.

• The need for social reformers to challenge existing norms.

• The disagreements about the causes of cancer.

• The importance of tolerance and acceptance.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In part III of the text, what is the main reason why Cultural Relativism is problematic when it comes to understanding social reform?

• Cultural Relativism suggests that social reformers are morally correct for challenging existing norms.

• Cultural Relativism makes it difficult to understand the motivations of social reformers.

• Cultural Relativism emphasizes the importance of respecting cultural differences, even when they are harmful.

• Cultural Relativism ignores the universal values that social reformers are fighting for.