Cultural Terms and Concepts

Paintings, sculptures, songs, stories, and dances.

• Arts

• Crafts

• Sports

• Literature

A Native American gathering.

• Powwow

• Ceremony

• Ritual

• Festival

When there are many differences among people.

• Unity

• Diversity

• Homogeneity

• Similarity

A relative who lived long ago.

• Descendant

• Cousin

• Ancestor

• Siblings

A song of loyalty to a nation.

• Anthem

• Ballad

• Chant

• Hymn

Describes the traditions, customs, and artifacts of a cultural group.

• Cultural heritage

• Cultural assimilation

• Cultural appropriation

• Cultural diffusion

A traditional, fictional story.

• Myth

• Fable

• Legend

• Tale

A building or other structure that is important to a culture.

• Monument

• Landmark

• Attraction

• Heritage Site

The crops gathered at the end of the growing season.

• Harvest

• Planting

• Irrigation

• Fertilization