Major Elements that Define Culture

Where does culture exist?

• Any place there are people

• It depends on the type of geography in a location

Culture NEVER changes. 

• True

• False

An emoji, flag and traffic light are all examples of symbols in American culture. 

• True

• False

Certain words or phrases could have different meanings in different cultures. 

• True.

• False. Words always mean the same thing. 

American culture thinks doing your best is an important value. (important thing)

• True

• False

What are 'Norms"?

• Behaviors that are acceptable in a culture.

• Behaviors that are NOT acceptable in a culture. 

All "norms" in a culture become laws for that country. 

• True

• False

Some "norms" can be punishable for law.

• True

• False

Which of the following do YOU think is most important in the study of one's culture: Symbols, Language, Values, or Norms? Why?