Exploring Arab Customs and Traditions

What is culture defined as?

• Culture is the biological makeup of a species.

• Culture refers to the physical environment of a community.

• Culture is the economic system of a society.

• Culture people’s way of living

Name two aspects of people's lives included in culture.

• Traditions, knowledge

• Economics, politics

• Geography, climate

• Hobbies, personal interests

What are traditions?

• Traditions are random acts that have no connection to culture.

• Traditions are modern inventions that have no historical significance.

• Traditions are inherited practices and beliefs that shape a part culture.

• Traditions are temporary trends that change frequently.

How are customs different from traditions?

• Traditions are inherited practices and beliefs that are valued by a particular culture.

  Customs are ways of behaving that a particular society has practiced for a long time.

  Traditions are inherited practices and beliefs that are valued by a particular culture.

  Customs are ways of behaving that a particular society has practiced for a long time.

• Customs are always religious practices; traditions are not.

• Traditions are only celebrated during holidays; customs are daily activities.

• Customs are outdated practices; traditions are modern beliefs.

What does solidarity and cooperation mean in Arab culture?

• to share each other's joys and sorrows, such as weddings, funerals and visiting the sick.

• Emphasizing individual success over community needs

• Encouraging isolation and self-reliance

• Promoting competition among community members

Give an example of charity in Arab culture.

• Building mosques as a form of charity.

• Zakat (charitable giving) in Islam.

• Sadaqah (voluntary charity) only during Ramadan.

• Fasting during the month of Muharram.

What is one way people show solidarity during weddings?

• Participating in the ceremonies.

• Wearing matching outfits only

• Exchanging gifts before the ceremony

• Dancing alone during the reception

Can customs change over time?

• Customs are determined solely by government regulations.

• Customs only change in response to natural disasters.

• Yes, customs can change over time.

• Customs are always fixed and never change.

What is one common practice during funerals in Arab culture?

• Dressing in bright colors to honor the deceased.

• Celebrating the deceased's life with a feast.

• Holding a prayer service (Salat al-Janazah) for the deceased.

• Playing traditional music throughout the ceremony.

What does it mean to be diverse?

• To look the same as everyone else

• To be different

• To act the same as everyone else

• Remove cultural differences and promote sameness.