Cultural Influences on Life Decisions

The video explores traditional economic lifestyles, focusing on how culture influences major life decisions like career and marriage. Using Joe E. Pearce's book 'Life in a Turkish Village' as a reference, it illustrates the lives of Mahmoud and Fatma in a 1950s Turkish village. Mahmoud learns farming from his father, while Fatma's marriage is arranged by her parents. The video highlights how traditions guide decisions across generations in a traditional economy.

What are two major life decisions influenced by culture in a traditional economic system?

• Education and travel

• Marriage and career

• Career and education

• Travel and marriage

Who is the author of the book that describes life in a Turkish village?

• Jane E. Doe

• Joe E. Pearce

• Jack E. Brown

• John E. Smith

What skill does Mahmoud learn from his father?

• Carpentry

• Farming

• Cooking

• Fishing

What does Fatma do when visited by a potential husband's parents?

• Sings a song

• Dances

• Reads a book

• Serves coffee and demonstrates cooking skills

What do Fatma's parents discuss privately regarding her marriage?

• The guest list

• The location of the wedding

• The amount of gift money

• The wedding date

What is Mahmoud expected to do in the future?

• Start a business

• Work the family land

• Travel the world

• Become a teacher

How are decisions typically made in a traditional economy?

• Based on personal preference

• Through democratic voting

• According to family tradition

• By government mandate