Elements of Culture

Which of the following are elements of culture? Select THREE correct answers.

• A. Healthcare

• B. Language

• C. Religion

• D. Customs and traditions

Answer explanation

Language, religion, and customs and traditions are key elements of culture, shaping identity and social practices. Healthcare, while important, is not a core cultural element.

Which element of culture encompasses dance, music, and architecture?

• Language

• Religion

• Customs and tradition

• Arts and literature

Answer explanation

The element of culture that includes dance, music, and architecture is 'Arts and literature'. This category encompasses various forms of creative expression, making it the correct choice.

What characteristics and institutions do all cultures have in common?

• Language and communication

• Religious beliefs

• Social structures

• All of the above

Answer explanation

All cultures share common characteristics such as language and communication, religious beliefs, and social structures. Therefore, the correct answer is 'All of the above' as it encompasses all these essential elements.

Which of the following terms best completes the web diagram?

• A.Celebrations, Rules, Music

• B.Population, Landforms, Climate

• C.Labor, Natural Resources, Capital

• D.Citizenship, Rights, Responsibilities

Answer explanation

The correct choice is A. Celebrations, Rules, Music, as these terms relate to cultural aspects, which fit well in a web diagram focused on societal elements.

These are all examples of a culture element except for

• language

• food

• someone's height

• music

Answer explanation

Culture elements include language, food, and music, which are shared practices and beliefs. Someone's height is a personal physical characteristic and not a cultural element, making it the correct choice.

​ (a)   A group of people who live together in a specific geographic area.

​ (b)   The way of life of a group of people

​ (c)   A long-standing practice or organization that reflects the values of a society. 

​ (d)   a common way of doing things. It is something that many people do, and have done for a long time.

​ (e)   the handing down of information, beliefs, or customs from one generation to another

• society
• Culture
• Institution
• Custom
• Tradition

Answer explanation

The terms correspond to definitions of society (group living in an area), culture (way of life), institution (long-standing practices), custom (common ways), and tradition (handing down beliefs). Each term fits its description.

Which of the following best completes the graphic organizer?

b

Foundations of Democracy

Elements of an Economy

Physical features of Geography

Characteristics of Culture