Introduction to Culture and Its Dynamics

What are the two main categories of culture discussed in the video?

• Historical and Contemporary culture

• Traditional and Modern culture

• Material and Non-material culture

• Local and Global culture

Which of the following is an example of non-material culture?

• A wedding ceremony

• A designer handbag

• A smartphone

• A sports car

What question helps identify the culture of your area?

• What is the population of your city?

• What is the main industry in your city?

• What is the average temperature in your city?

• What type of government does your city have?

How do subcultures form within a larger culture?

• Through government policies

• Through shared practices and beliefs

• Through economic changes

• Through technological advancements

Which of the following is NOT a factor that shapes cultural identity?

• Ethnicity

• Weather patterns

• Geographic location

• Language

What is a key characteristic of pop culture?

• It is static and unchanging

• It is focused on local traditions

• It spreads rapidly and changes quickly

• It is primarily rural

Which type of culture is most associated with local communities?

• Pop culture

• Non-material culture

• Material culture

• Folk culture

What role does technology play in cultural diffusion?

• It preserves indigenous cultures

• It slows down cultural change

• It has no impact on culture

• It replaces traditional cultures

What is cultural relativism?

• Viewing a culture through its own perspective

• Judging another culture by one's own standards

• Rejecting all cultural differences

• Adopting another culture's practices

What can ethnocentrism lead to?

• Cultural understanding

• Cultural relativism

• Increased cultural exchange

• Xenophobia and prejudice