AFJROTC Midterm Test

What are the four attributes of culture?

• Economics, politics, history, technology
• Languages, arts, cuisine, geography
• Traditions, customs, rituals, practices
• Values, beliefs, norms, symbols

What is considered one of the most important symbols of culture?

• Tradition
• Art
• Religion
• Language

What aspect of culture can identify right from wrong?

• Deeply held beliefs

• Legal regulations
• Personal beliefs
• Cultural traditions

How does worldview influence how people see and understand the world?

• My worldview only affects my taste in music and movies.
• I see the world exactly as it is, without any personal influence.
• Everyone's worldview is different and depends on their beliefs, upbringing, values, etc.

• My worldview has no impact on my understanding of the world.

What is the different between history and myth?

• History is a record of the past that is based on verifiable facts and events; Myth are not verifiable

• History is always fictional; myth is always true.
• History is based on personal beliefs; myth is based on scientific evidence.
• History is a form of entertainment; myth is a historical record.

What is cultural relativism?

• Cultural relativism asserts that cultural practices are universally applicable.
• Cultural relativism is the belief that all cultures are superior to others.
• Cultural relativism is the idea that cultural norms are static and unchanging.
• Cultural relativism is the ability to withhold your opinion and strive to understand a culture from a member of that culture's perspective.

List three reasons why it is important to study other cultures.

• Increases cultural isolation.
• Reduces global awareness.
• Limits personal growth.
• 1. Foster unity. 2. Understand belief and behavior of others. 3. Lessen misunderstanding.

What are the people in the communications process called?

• Transmitters and Receiver

• Sender and Receiver

• Observers and Communicator

• Sender and Listeners

What is one way to ensure positive feedback in communication?

• Ignore the other person's perspective.
• Interrupt frequently to make your point.
• Use jargon to sound more knowledgeable.
• Ask questions, such as a request for more information.

What are the two types of noise as a barrier for effective communication?

• External noise and Internal noise.

• Technical noise and semantic noise.
• Emotional noise and environmental noise.
• Auditory noise and visual noise.