Cultural Diversity Unit 1 Assessment

Where we grew up does not affect our cultural practices.

• True
• False

Diversity is about recognizing all of the following factors: age, gender, race, language, physical abilities, sexual orientation, political affiliations, and religious affiliations, in addition to other considerations.

• True
• False

___________ encompasses the beliefs, behaviors, values, traditions, and symbols that are shared and learned by a group of people.

• Identity
• Culture
• Community
• Family

Cultural universals include all of the following except:

• Shelter
• Food
• Technology
• Family and Dating

This term is used to describe how we view ourselves. It also can be said that it is anything that makes you who you are.

• Beliefs
• Identity
• Values
• Customs and courtesies

If we recognize diversity and understand culture, our ability to work with others is usually more successful.

• True
• False

True or false: Culture is static - meaning it does not change over time.

• True
• False

What are some of the ways that we are diverse?

• Race, gender, and age
• Physical appearance, religion, and education
• Cultural background, sexual orientation, and physical abilities
• All of the above

In addition to the cultural universals, there are several elements of culture that are found in societies around the world. These elements help define a particular culture and distinguish it from others. These include all of the following except:

• Holidays
• Norms and Customs
• Language
• Values

___________ are an abstract system of words, symbols, and gestures used to communicate and reflect a culture's history, values, and worldview.

• Norms
• Values
• Customs
• Languages