Maldivian Culture New

What is cultural identity primarily associated with?

• Only religion
• Group's shared culture
• Geographic location
• Political beliefs

Which of the following is an external factor influencing culture?

• Values
• Norms
• Art and craft
• Beliefs

What does the iceberg model of culture suggest?

• Culture is entirely visible
• Most cultural elements are hidden
• Culture floats
• Culture melts easily

How are group and personal identities formed?

• By DNA
• Through culture
• Through politics
• By language only

Which of these is an example of a cultural adornment?

• A mobile phone
• A television
• A necklace
• A book

How do Kalasha women express cultural identity?

• Wearing black dresses
• Using mobile phones
• Speaking Arabic
• Using henna

What item is unique in Giraavaru women's attire?

• Gold bangles
• Silk dresses
• Blue bead necklaces
• Leather belts

Which form of literature has influenced Maldivian culture?

• Japanese Haiku
• Raivaru poetry
• Greek drama
• Fairy tales

What does literature help us understand about culture?

• Trade routes
• Weapons
• Manners and emotions
• Geography

Dhivehi language has links to which language?

• Latin
• Greek
• Sanskrit
• French