Cultural Divergence and Diffusion Concepts

The video tutorial explores the concept of culture, defining it as the total knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors shared by a group. It highlights key aspects like religion, language, and traditions. The lesson introduces three cultural vocabulary terms: diffusion, divergence, and convergence. Cultural diffusion is explained with examples like the Silk Road and the spread of fast food. Cultural convergence is discussed with examples like the Columbian Exchange, while cultural divergence is illustrated with examples from Canada and India.

Which of the following is NOT considered an aspect of culture?

• Weather

• Traditions

• Language

• Religion

What term describes the process of cultural traits spreading from one culture to another?

• Cultural Convergence

• Cultural Isolation

• Cultural Divergence

• Cultural Diffusion

Which historical trade route is used as an example of cultural diffusion?

• The Silk Road

• The Trans-Saharan Route

• The Spice Route

• The Amber Road

Which of the following is an example of cultural diffusion?

• The blending of cultures in America

• The separation of French and English Canada

• The isolation of indigenous tribes

• The spread of sushi to America

What does cultural convergence result in?

• The creation of new cultural patterns

• Cultures remaining separate

• The isolation of cultural traits

• The decline of cultural diversity

Which of the following is NOT an example of cultural convergence?

• The Columbian Exchange

• America as a melting pot

• The spread of fast food to Saudi Arabia

• The separation of Hindu and Muslim groups in India

Which of the following best describes the relationship between cultural diffusion and cultural convergence?

• Diffusion is a part of convergence

• Diffusion leads to divergence

• Convergence prevents diffusion

• Convergence leads to diffusion

What does cultural divergence refer to?

• Cultures coming together

• Cultures sharing traits

• Cultures developing independently

• Cultures blending to form new patterns

Which of the following is an example of cultural divergence?

• The spread of sushi to America

• The separation of French and English Canada

• The blending of cultures in America

• The spread of rap music to Korea

In the context of cultural divergence, what is significant about Quebec?

• It is known for cultural diffusion

• It has a unique blend of languages

• It is a melting pot of cultures

• It is an example of cultural separation