Cultural Hegemony and Resistance Concepts

The video discusses the concepts of dominant and dominated cultures, emphasizing that dominance does not imply superiority. It uses the colonization of America as a historical example of cultural imposition. The video explains that cultural dominance is never complete, as resistance persists. Antonio Gramsci's theory of cultural hegemony is introduced, highlighting the intellectual and moral leadership of dominant groups. The video concludes with contemporary examples from Argentina, illustrating ongoing cultural dynamics and resistance among native communities.

What does the term 'dominant culture' imply?

• A culture that is more ancient

• A culture that has more power and influence

• A culture that is superior to others

• A culture that is more technologically advanced

During the colonization of America, what did the dominant group use to impose their culture?

• Economic incentives

• Military force

• Diplomatic negotiations

• Technological advancements

What happens when a dominant culture imposes itself on a weaker group?

• The weaker group completely adopts the dominant culture

• The weaker group becomes dominant

• The dominant culture faces no resistance

• The imposition is never total and secure

According to Antonio Gramsci, what do hegemonic sectors naturalize?

• Technological advancements

• A vision of the world

• Military strategies

• Economic policies

What is the role of intellectual and moral direction in cultural hegemony?

• To enforce laws

• To manage resources

• To control the economy

• To generate general welfare

Which native communities in Argentina are mentioned as examples of cultural subordination?

• Mapuche and Aymara

• Tehuelche and Diaguita

• Qom and Wichí

• Guarani and Quechua

How do the Qom and Wichí communities respond to their current situation of domination?

• They tolerate it but do not consent to it

• They are unaware of it

• They resist it completely

• They fully accept it

What does the lack of a complete cultural hegemony indicate?

• Total acceptance of the dominant culture

• Unquestioned dominance of the hegemonic culture

• Ongoing resistance and presence of the dominated culture

• Complete eradication of the dominated culture

What is the main idea behind the concept of cultural dominance and subordination?

• All cultures are equal in power

• Social groups are in a power dynamic where one dominates the other

• One culture is inherently better than another

• Dominated cultures always disappear