Activity in ITRWBS

During a class discussion, Angel expressed that although she does not practice ancestor worship, she respects how deeply important it is in many East Asian traditions.
Question: What values are shown in Angel’s attitude toward other religious traditions?

• CULTURAL RELATIVISM

• ETHNOCENTRISM

• MULTICULTURALISM

Answer explanation

Angel respects a belief system different from her own without judging it. Shows respect and open-mindedness toward others' beliefs.

Marco refused to eat the traditional food served during a Hindu festival, saying their customs are strange and unacceptable.
Based on the scenario, what is being shown: Cultural Relativism, Ethnocentrism, or Multiculturalism?

• CULTURAL RELATIVISM

• ETHNOCENTRISM

• MULTICULTURALISM

Answer explanation

Marco judges another culture using his own cultural standards. This is ethnocentrism—believing your culture is better than others.

A public school held an interfaith celebration where students shared their beliefs and respected each other.
Based on the scenario, what is being shown: Cultural Relativism, Ethnocentrism, or Multiculturalism?

• CULTURAL RELATIVISM

• ETHNOCENTRISM

• MULTICULTURALISM

Answer explanation

The school encourages appreciation of cultural and religious diversity, which reflects multiculturalism—valuing the coexistence of different cultures.

Leah’s family believes only their religion is true and sees all others as false and dangerous.
Based on the scenario, what is being shown: Cultural Relativism, Ethnocentrism, or Multiculturalism?

• CULTURAL RELATIVISM

• ETHNOCENTRISM

• MULTICULTURALISM

Answer explanation

Leah’s family considers their religion superior and rejects others. Ethnocentrism leads to intolerance and limits understanding.

Teacher Grace tells her students that different religions have different funeral practices and each should be understood in its own context.Based on the scenario, what is being shown: Cultural Relativism, Ethnocentrism, or Multiculturalism?

• CULTURAL RELATIVISM

• ETHNOCENTRISM

• MULTICULTURALISM

Answer explanation

Teacher Grace encourages understanding practices from within the culture they come from. This is the heart of cultural relativism

In a diverse neighborhood, residents of different religions celebrate each other’s holidays together with food and music.
Based on the scenario, what is being shown: Cultural Relativism, Ethnocentrism, or Multiculturalism?

• CULTURAL RELATIVISM

• ETHNOCENTRISM

• MULTICULTURALISM

Answer explanation

The community supports and celebrates cultural differences. Multiculturalism promotes peaceful coexistence and mutual respect.

Katrina, though not Buddhist, explained how mindfulness is important in Buddhism without judging it.
Based on the scenario, what is being shown: Cultural Relativism, Ethnocentrism, or Multiculturalism?

• CULTURAL RELATIVISM

• ETHNOCENTRISM

• MULTICULTURALISM

Answer explanation

Katrina tries to understand another belief system from its own perspective. This shows cultural relativism and open-mindedness.

Paulo believes only his country's customs are correct and calls other cultures weird.Based on the scenario, what is being shown: Cultural Relativism, Ethnocentrism, or Multiculturalism?

• CULTURAL RELATIVISM

• ETHNOCENTRISM

• MULTICULTURALISM

Answer explanation

Paulo sees other traditions as inferior to his own. This is ethnocentrism and can cause discrimination or bias.

Anna, a Christian, joins her Muslim friends in celebrating Eid to learn about their religion.

what is being shown: Cultural Relativism, Ethnocentrism, or Multiculturalism?

• CULTURAL RELATIVISM

• ETHNOCENTRISM

• MULTICULTURALISM

Answer explanation

Anna actively participates in and respects another cultural tradition, reflecting multiculturalism and inclusiveness.

A teacher says one religion is more advanced than the others and promotes it during class.

what is being shown: Cultural Relativism, Ethnocentrism, or Multiculturalism?

• CULTURAL RELATIVISM

• ETHNOCENTRISM

• MULTICULTURALISM

Answer explanation

Promoting one religion over others and calling it “more advanced” is ethnocentric thinking. It discourages understanding of different beliefs.