Cultural Diffusion and Interaction Concepts

Mr. Lee's video tutorial explores the contemporary causes of cultural diffusion, focusing on time-space compression, technological advancements, and political influences. It delves into the diffusion of languages and religions, highlighting processes like assimilation and acculturation. The video also examines the impact of colonialism and syncretism on cultures, using examples like French colonialism in Vietnam. Key concepts include the scales of diffusion, cultural convergence and divergence, and the role of technology in spreading ideas.

What does the concept of time-space compression suggest about the modern world?

• The world is physically shrinking.

• Technological advancements make the world feel smaller.

• Time is moving faster than before.

• Space travel is becoming more common.

How has the internet influenced cultural diffusion?

• It has slowed down the spread of ideas.

• It has only affected local cultures.

• It has made cultural diffusion instantaneous.

• It has eliminated cultural differences.

Which of the following is an example of cultural diffusion through trade?

• The development of new technologies.

• The migration of people and exchange of goods.

• The spread of memes on social media.

• The creation of new political systems.

What is the difference between assimilation and acculturation?

• Assimilation is a short-term process, while acculturation is long-term.

• Assimilation involves adopting all aspects of a new culture, while acculturation retains some original cultural traits.

• Assimilation is a voluntary process, while acculturation is forced.

• Assimilation only occurs in language, while acculturation occurs in religion.

What is cultural convergence?

• The isolation of a culture from external influences.

• The tendency of cultures to become more similar over time.

• The blending of two cultural traits to form a new one.

• The process of cultures becoming more distinct.

Which language family does English belong to?

• Sino-Tibetan

• Niger-Congo

• Afro-Asiatic

• Indo-European

What is the Nostratic hypothesis?

• A theory that language is influenced by climate.

• A theory that language is constantly evolving.

• A theory that Eurasian languages share a common root.

• A theory that all languages have a single origin.

Which of the following is a universalizing religion?

• Judaism

• Shinto

• Hinduism

• Christianity

What is syncretism in the context of cultural interaction?

• The rejection of foreign cultural influences.

• The isolation of a culture from external influences.

• The blending of two cultural traits to form a new one.

• The complete adoption of one culture by another.

Which religion is associated with the cultural landscape feature of gurdwaras?

• Islam

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Sikhism