What is culture defined as?
A system of values, norms, and symbols.
Who defined cultural lag?
William F. Ogburn, an American anthropologist.
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p.14
Structure of Culture

What is culture defined as?

A system of values, norms, and symbols.

p.47
Cultural Lag and Shock

Who defined cultural lag?

William F. Ogburn, an American anthropologist.

p.71
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

What is the main thesis of Ezra Vogel regarding Confucianism?

The Post-Confucian thesis suggests that the Confucian ethic shares similar attributes with the Protestant ethic.

p.41
Multiculturalism and Diversity

Which groups are mentioned in the article?

Pro-family and anti-gay groups.

p.18
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What is the significance of the fact-value distinction?

It differentiates between objective facts and subjective values in cultural discussions.

p.22
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

What is the significance of point 10?

Point 10 refers to a specific detail or characteristic that is important in the context.

p.19
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What year did Lois Delander win Miss America?

1927.

p.41
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What is the main topic of the article?

The beliefs of pro-family and anti-gay groups regarding the Hong Kong public.

p.53
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

Can you name some examples of Cultural Universals?

Family, Funeral Rites, and Jokes.

p.9
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What are some sources that influence Asian/Chinese cultures?

Feudalism, Collectivism, Traditions and customs, Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism.

p.53
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What are Cultural Universals?

Traits that are part of every known culture.

p.71
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

How does Confucianism relate to the cultural and economic development of Hong Kong?

Confucianism is seen as influencing the cultural and economic development, similar to the Protestant ethic in Europe.

p.82
Multiculturalism and Diversity

How can multiculturalism be conceived mathematically?

As A + B + C → A + B + C.

p.37
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What are some elements that develop within youth subculture?

Different types of music, language, dance, and online content.

p.5
Elements of Culture

How is communication influenced by technology according to the text?

Communication seems to be determined more by technology than by geography.

p.10
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

How do people in Hong Kong typically view their relationships with others?

With an instrumental attitude.

p.28
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is a cultural universal?

A cultural trait common to all humans, such as language.

p.19
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is a notable beauty title associated with Lois Delander?

Miss America.

p.49
Cultural Shock and Lag

What is cultural shock?

Disorientation due to the inability to make sense out of one’s surroundings.

p.68
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What does the critical evaluation understate about cultural patterns?

The ways cultural patterns integrate members into society.

p.55
Definition of Culture

What are shared values in the context of culture?

They are part of the culture system that oversees the functions of society.

p.61
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

What does Marx's argument highlight about culture?

The relationship between class and the production of ideas.

p.48
Cultural Lag and Shock

How quickly can technological change occur?

Technological change can happen overnight.

p.47
Cultural Lag and Shock

What is cultural lag?

The tendency for culture to be slow to adapt to changes in technology.

p.9
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is a key characteristic of Asian/Chinese cultures related to group identity?

Collectivism – Strong identification as members of a group.

p.8
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What are distinctive cultural traits in Hong Kong?

General observations and characteristics of culture and society.

p.31
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is high culture?

Cultural patterns that distinguish a society’s elite.

p.15
Elements of Culture

What do values represent in cultural elements?

Ideas about what is desirable.

p.15
Elements of Culture

What role do symbols play in culture?

Ideas about how to express.

p.70
Definition of Culture

What is culture described as in the general ideas of SI?

An interplay of meanings.

p.73
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What do critical evaluations often overlook regarding subcultures?

That these groups are often considered a subculture of the larger culture in an area.

p.4
Elements of Culture

What are some forms of artistic expression included in culture?

Music, literature, painting, and sculpture.

p.48
Cultural Lag and Shock

How long can it take for culture to adapt to changes in technology?

It can take a few generations.

p.62
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What characterizes colonial Hong Kong?

A society where EAST meets WEST.

p.39
Subculture and Counter-Culture

Who are included in the LGBTQ community?

Lesbians, Gays, Bisexuals, Transgender individuals, and Queers.

p.1
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What are the distinctive cultural traits in Hong Kong?

Unique blends of Eastern and Western influences, including language, cuisine, and festivals.

p.23
Elements of Culture

What are norms?

Rules and expectations by which society guides the behavior of its members.

p.41
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What do the pro-family and anti-gay groups not believe?

They do not believe in the views of the Hong Kong public.

p.66
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What are the two geographical directions mentioned?

East and West.

p.66
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

What does the phrase 'In the past' imply?

It refers to historical contexts or events.

p.36
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What is a common characteristic of youth subculture in Hong Kong related to behavior?

Delinquency.

p.56
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What types of groups can cultural practices shape identities for?

Small groups (subcultures), nations, or global communities.

p.78
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What is an example of cultural diversity in practice?

Halal food.

p.27
Definition of Culture

How do humans find reality according to cultural symbols?

Reality for humans is found in the meaning things carry with them.

p.24
Definition of Culture

What are norms?

Shared rules or guidelines that govern our actions in society.

p.63
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

How does Confucianism view individual pursuits?

It discourages individuals from self-seeking pursuits that may jeopardize group cohesion.

p.38
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What cultural phenomenon influenced Y2K style?

The technological anxieties and aesthetics surrounding the turn of the millennium.

p.26
Elements of Culture

What are mores?

Norms that are widely observed and have great moral significance.

p.27
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

Can meanings of symbols vary within the same cultural group?

Yes, meanings can vary greatly within the same groups of people.

p.22
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

What does point 22 highlight?

Point 22 emphasizes another key aspect or feature relevant to the discussion.

p.16
Elements of Culture

What is material culture?

The tangible things created by members of a society, such as civilization and technology.

p.9
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What cultural approach do Asian/Chinese cultures take towards conflict?

Consensus – Avoiding confrontation.

p.9
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What does hierarchy in Asian/Chinese cultures entail?

Reciprocal obligations of superior and inferior.

p.1
Culture and Human Adjustment

How does culture relate to human adjustment?

Culture influences how individuals adapt to their social environment and navigate challenges.

p.10
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is a prominent cultural trait in Hong Kong related to economic behavior?

Materialistic, making money.

p.61
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

Who argued that the ruling class produces the ruling ideas in society?

Marx.

p.36
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What aspect of youth subculture in Hong Kong is often expressed through fashion?

Dressing style.

p.3
Definition of Culture

How does Linton define culture?

As the way of life of its members, including ideas and habits learned, shared, and transmitted across generations.

p.15
Elements of Culture

What are facts in the context of culture?

Ideas about reality that are tested to be true or false.

p.5
Definition of Culture

What role does culture play in relation to time?

It gives us roots when the sands of time shift.

p.17
Definition of Culture

What are beliefs?

Specific statements that people hold to be true.

p.10
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is a notable aspect of consumption in Hong Kong?

Fetishism of commodity and famous brands.

p.52
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

What is the focus of Structural Functional analysis?

It examines how various parts of society contribute to the overall stability and functioning.

p.79
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What is the primary purpose of the Hong Kong government website for residents?

To provide information and services to residents.

p.52
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

What does Social Conflict theory, particularly Marxism, emphasize?

It highlights the struggles between different social classes and the inequalities in society.

p.79
Elements of Culture

What type of information can residents find on the Hong Kong government website?

Information related to public services, policies, and community resources.

p.52
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

What is the main concern of Symbolic Interactionalism?

It focuses on the meanings and interpretations individuals assign to social interactions.

p.6
Definition of Culture

What is culture described as?

A way of life.

p.74
Cultural Lag and Shock

Do people automatically accept new cultural elements?

No, people do not automatically accept new cultural elements introduced by foreigners or developed within their society.

p.62
Elements of Culture

Which philosophies are part of Hong Kong's cultural influences?

Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism.

p.75
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What is one factor that affects acceptance of innovation?

Whether the innovation is similar to existing customs and practices.

p.84
Definition of Culture

How is culture viewed as freedom?

Culture is changing and offers a variety of opportunities.

p.34
Cultural Capital

What are the three types of capital mentioned?

Economic capital, social capital, and cultural capital.

p.75
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What role do existing ideas play in the acceptance of innovation?

Acceptance depends on whether the innovation fits their ideas of how things should be done.

p.29
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What is counter-culture?

Counter-culture refers to a cultural group that actively rejects and opposes the dominant culture.

p.34
Cultural Capital

What distinguishes cultural omnivores from traditional elites?

Cultural omnivores signal high status through a variety of tastes rather than narrow ones.

p.20
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

Which value signifies the belief in continuous improvement and advancement?

Progress.

p.69
Definition of Culture

How is culture defined in Symbolic Interactionism?

As a set of shared understandings that people use to coordinate their activities.

p.19
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

Who was Miss America in 1927?

Lois Delander.

p.16
Elements of Culture

What is nonmaterial culture?

The intangible world of ideas created by members of a society.

p.71
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

Who is associated with the concept of the Protestant ethic and its relation to capitalism?

Max Weber.

p.15
Elements of Culture

How are beliefs defined in cultural elements?

Ideas about reality that are not yet tested or likely to be tested.

p.31
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What defines popular culture?

Cultural patterns that are widespread among society’s population.

p.5
Definition of Culture

How does culture provide historical perspective?

It allows us to see trends and prepare for the future.

p.17
Elements of Culture

How are religious beliefs related to other cultural aspects?

They are closely related to values and norms.

p.37
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What happens when cultural content is in conflict?

It leads to counter-culture.

p.39
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What is an example of a counterculture?

The LGBTQ community.

p.70
Elements of Culture

How is culture interpreted according to the general ideas of SI?

Through myths, stories, and sagas that express deep layers of meaning.

p.74
Definition of Culture

How does culture influence human behavior?

Culture 'programs' man, guiding socialization and behavior.

p.50
Cultural Shock

What happens when individuals encounter a completely different culture?

They may experience disorientation due to different assumptions that violate their expectations of normal.

p.26
Elements of Culture

What are norms?

Rules or expectations that guide behavior in society.

p.79
Cultural Capital

How does the Hong Kong government website support its residents?

By offering easy access to essential services and information.

p.62
Elements of Culture

What are some sources that influenced Hong Kong's culture?

Feudalism, Collectivism, Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism, Chinese traditions, and British legacy.

p.26
Elements of Culture

What are folkways?

Informal norms that govern everyday behavior.

p.81
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What is the formula representing assimilationism?

A + B + C → A, where A is the majority group.

p.67
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What is the term for the culture produced by subordinated social groups?

Counter-publics.

p.25
Elements of Culture

How are folkways enforced?

They are not strictly enforced.

p.67
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What is an example of a space where counter-publics might form?

The dark web.

p.30
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What happens if the gap between ideal culture and real culture is 'too large'?

The text does not specify, but it implies potential societal issues.

p.25
Elements of Culture

What are mores?

Norms that are taken more seriously and are strictly enforced, considered essential to core values.

p.44
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What does 'always yield to the hands-on imperative' imply in Cyberpunk culture?

Emphasizing practical engagement and direct experience.

p.20
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What value relates to the comfort and wealth individuals strive for in American culture?

Material comfort.

p.29
Cultural Lag and Shock

What does cultural lag refer to?

Cultural lag is the period of time it takes for society to adjust to new innovations or changes.

p.28
Elements of Culture

How do people communicate culture?

Through language, which is a shared system of words or symbols.

p.53
Structure of Culture

What is the Structural Functional perspective on culture?

Culture is a complex strategy for meeting human needs.

p.1
Structure of Culture

What does the structure of culture refer to?

The organized patterns of beliefs, values, and practices that shape a society.

p.3
Definition of Culture

According to Hoult, what does culture include?

Values, norms, institutions, and artifacts passed from generation to generation by learning.

p.18
Definition of Culture

What are values in a cultural context?

Culturally defined standards of desirability, goodness, and beauty that serve as broad guidelines for social living.

p.10
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What does the phrase 'work hard and play hard' signify in Hong Kong's culture?

A balance between dedication to work and enjoyment of leisure.

p.5
Elements of Culture

What framework does culture provide?

A human framework to view the impact of material culture.

p.61
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

What is important to consider regarding cultural production?

Who controls ideas and to what ends.

p.78
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What does multiculturalism advocate for in society?

It advocates that society should consist of, or at least allow and include, distinct cultural and religious groups with equitable status.

p.2
Definition of Culture

What is the origin of the word 'culture'?

Derived from the Latin word 'cultura', meaning 'to cultivate'.

p.37
Subculture and Counter-Culture

How is counter-culture defined?

Cultural patterns that strongly oppose those widely accepted within a society.

p.39
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What does LGBTQ stand for?

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer.

p.4
Elements of Culture

Which performing arts are considered part of culture?

Theater and film.

p.57
Definition of Culture

What is the most important form of group identity in the modern world?

The nation-state.

p.48
Cultural Lag and Shock

What is the relationship between technological change and cultural adaptation?

Technological change can happen quickly, while cultural adaptation may take longer.

p.83
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What does the philosophy of multiculturalism acknowledge?

It acknowledges and values diversity in society.

p.14
Structure of Culture

What are the key components of culture?

Values, norms, and symbols.

p.50
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

Do people generally question their cultural assumptions?

No, people don't generally question these assumptions.

p.29
Definition of Culture

What is the difference between real culture and ideal culture?

Real culture refers to the actual behavior patterns of a society, while ideal culture represents the values and norms that a society aspires to.

p.62
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What role does British legacy play in Hong Kong's culture?

It contributes to the unique blend of Eastern and Western influences.

p.57
Definition of Culture

What does each nation-state have that is relatively distinct?

A national culture.

p.27
Elements of Culture

Give an example of a symbol that can have different meanings across cultures.

National Flag.

p.44
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is the belief about access to computers in Cyberpunk culture?

Access should be unlimited and total.

p.75
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

How do attitudes towards change affect acceptance?

Attitudes towards change, based on previous experiences, influence acceptance.

p.20
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

Which value supports the idea of a government by the people and for the people?

Democracy and free enterprise.

p.28
Definition of Culture

What is language?

A system of symbols that allows people to communicate with one another.

p.47
Cultural Lag and Shock

What can cause disruption in a cultural system?

When some cultural elements change more quickly than others.

p.3
Definition of Culture

What elements does culture encompass according to Linton?

Beliefs, art, morals, law, customs, and more.

p.1
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

What is the significance of theoretical analysis in understanding culture?

It helps to explain the underlying principles and frameworks that shape cultural phenomena.

p.3
Definition of Culture

What is the essence of culture as described in the text?

A complex whole acquired by man as a member of society, representing the way of life.

p.15
Elements of Culture

What are norms in the context of culture?

Ideas about how to behave.

p.77
Cultural Lag and Shock

How does the nature of change affect adjustment?

Dramatic changes can make adjustment extremely difficult.

p.58
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What is a criticism of certain cultural evaluations?

They ignore cultural diversity.

p.73
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What is a common focus of critical evaluation in cultural studies?

Small groups or divisions of society, specifically subcultures.

p.45
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What is cultural relativism?

The practice of judging a culture by its own standards and respecting others' culture.

p.81
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What is multiculturalism?

A societal approach that embraces multiple cultural groups.

p.45
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What is ethnocentrism?

The tendency to look at and judge the world primarily from the perspective of one's own culture.

p.70
Structure of Culture

What causes culture to change?

As dominant meanings change.

p.10
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is a common criticism of the mindset in Hong Kong?

Short-sightedness.

p.63
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What do Asian values emphasize?

The importance of moral values, stability, respect for authority, and strong leadership.

p.40
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What assumption have sociologists traditionally made about men and women?

That they are heterosexual.

p.34
Cultural Capital

What is Cultural Capital?

Resources such as education, attitudes, and preferences that affect a person's status.

p.30
Definition of Culture

What is ideal culture?

Norms and values that a particular group holds as morally or ethically desirable.

p.57
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What contributed to the rise of nationalism?

People reading the same e-newspapers and print materials in largely the same languages.

p.30
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What is likely to exist in any society regarding culture?

A gap between ideal culture and real culture.

p.67
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What type of culture is associated with the lowest-common-denominator approach?

Popular culture.

p.59
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

What does materialism suggest about society's system of production?

It has a powerful effect on the rest of a culture.

p.25
Elements of Culture

How does Henslin describe mores?

As essential to our core values and insists on conformity.

p.29
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What is ethnocentrism?

Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture is superior to others.

p.77
Cultural Lag and Shock

What can make adjusting to a new design for living difficult?

Even peaceful and welcome changes can be difficult for some individuals.

p.82
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What is a key characteristic of multiculturalism?

All groups coexist in the same society.

p.56
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

How do cultural practices influence group identities?

Cultural practices both reflect and define group identities.

p.63
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is a distinctive development in Asia related to governance?

The rise of soft authoritarianism and anxiety about instability.

p.55
Elements of Culture

What is another term for shared values?

Culture system.

p.27
Definition of Culture

What are symbols in the context of culture?

Anything that carries a particular meaning recognized by people who share culture.

p.74
Structure of Culture

What role do individuals play in relation to culture?

Individuals maintain and change culture.

p.81
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What is assimilationism?

A process where a majority group establishes norms that newcomers must follow.

p.67
Cultural Capital

What role does corporate media play in culture production?

They encourage passive consumption of standardized, lowest-common-denominator culture.

p.40
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

How have researchers treated non-heterosexual identifications?

They either ignored them or treated them as abnormal.

p.35
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What can lead to the formation of subcultures in a society?

Differences in religion, occupation, communities, and language.

p.36
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What is a key attitude of youth subculture in Hong Kong towards authority?

Rebellion - resistance to adult authority.

p.29
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What distinguishes high culture from popular culture?

High culture is associated with the elite and includes sophisticated arts and literature, while popular culture is mainstream and widely accessible.

p.54
Functions of Culture

What social aspect do members of a society with shared values belong to?

The same social group.

p.29
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What is a subculture?

A subculture is a group within a larger culture that has its own distinct values and behaviors.

p.24
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What is an example of norms in a social group?

A potential gang member must learn the norms of the gang to belong.

p.29
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What is cultural relativism?

Cultural relativism is the practice of assessing a culture by its own standards rather than viewing it through the lens of another culture.

p.44
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What does 'Surf the edge' suggest in Cyberpunk attitudes?

Exploring the boundaries of technology and culture.

p.69
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

What does Symbolic Interactionism suggest about humans and culture?

Humans are free to create and change culture.

p.64
Structure of Culture

What is the major sociological model of how culture is produced?

The public sphere, which involves common and equal public discussion by private individuals about the common good.

p.64
Structure of Culture

How do networked publics on the Internet differ from the traditional public sphere?

They combine relatively free and equal speech with anonymity, persistence, and other characteristics.

p.58
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What aspect of culture do some evaluations downplay?

The importance of change.

p.55
Structure of Culture

What role do shared values play in society?

They serve as an overarching measure from which normative rules can be derived.

p.80
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What is the primary focus of the Live Work Hong Kong initiative?

To promote and support the integration of living and working in Hong Kong.

p.2
Definition of Culture

How does UNESCO define culture?

As the set of distinctive spiritual, material, intellectual, and emotional features of society or a social group.

p.80
Elements of Culture

How does Live Work Hong Kong aim to enhance the quality of life?

By creating spaces that facilitate both work and community engagement.

p.56
Definition of Culture

What is the relationship between culture and collective identity?

Culture shapes our collective identity by reflecting and defining who we are as a group.

p.10
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What does being 'rootless' imply about the cultural identity in Hong Kong?

Living on borrowed time and borrowed place.

p.59
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What is a key characteristic of social conflict in culture?

Cultural traits benefit some members at the expense of others.

p.24
Structure of Culture

Why are norms important?

They help define boundaries within society.

p.44
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is a key attitude of Cyberpunk regarding information?

Information wants to be free.

p.24
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

How do norms relate to group identity?

They define 'us' and 'them' within social contexts.

p.84
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What does culture 'force us' to do?

Choose as we make and remake a world for ourselves.

p.20
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

Which value in the American way of life focuses on personal accomplishments?

Achievement and success.

p.44
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What does 'Fight the Power' represent in Cyberpunk culture?

A call to resist and challenge established authority.

p.20
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What value represents the fundamental right of individuals to act freely?

Freedom.

p.78
Multiculturalism and Diversity

How can educational programs reflect multiculturalism?

By recognizing cultural diversity and promoting the equality of all cultural traditions.

p.10
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What attitude do Hong Kong residents have towards achievements?

They are proud of their achievements and performance.

p.81
Multiculturalism and Diversity

How does multiculturalism differ from monoculturalism?

Monoculturalism involves one homogeneous group in society.

p.54
Functions of Culture

What do Functionalists believe is important for resolving social conflicts?

The existence of a value consensus.

p.4
Elements of Culture

What types of goods are included in cultural consumption?

Consumption goods and technology.

p.35
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What is a subculture?

Cultural patterns set apart some segment of society’s population.

p.36
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What types of experimentation are common among Hong Kong youth?

Sex, drugs, and cyber activities.

p.34
Cultural Capital

How does class position relate to Cultural Capital?

People's class position depends partly on the cultural capital they possess.

p.40
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

Who is the French social theorist that discussed the variability of human sexuality?

Michel Foucault.

p.26
Elements of Culture

What are taboos?

Strong prohibitions against certain behaviors that are considered unacceptable.

p.14
Structure of Culture

What role do norms play in culture?

They establish expectations for behavior.

p.26
Elements of Culture

What are laws?

Formal norms that are enacted and enforced by the state.

p.6
Definition of Culture

Does culture refer to civilization?

No, it does not refer to civilization.

p.75
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What perception can impact the acceptance of an item?

Whether the item is seen as potentially beneficial or harmful.

p.29
Cultural Lag and Shock

What is cultural shock?

Cultural shock is the feeling of disorientation experienced when encountering a culture vastly different from one's own.

p.20
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

Which value is often seen as inconsistent with the others due to its divisive nature?

Racism and group superiority.

p.50
Definition of Culture

What role does culture play in our perception of surroundings?

Culture becomes the lens through which we perceive and evaluate what is going on around us.

p.63
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What are Asian values based on?

Confucianism.

p.45
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What is an example of ethnocentrism?

Eurocentrism, which is the dominance of European (especially English) cultural patterns.

p.36
Subculture and Counter-Culture

What type of social group is prevalent among youth in Hong Kong?

Street gangs.

p.30
Definition of Culture

What is real culture?

Norms and values that are actually implemented in everyday life.

p.25
Elements of Culture

What are folkways?

Norms that ordinary people follow in everyday life, where conformity is expected but not strictly enforced.

p.27
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

Why is it important to be mindful of meanings in culture?

Meanings vary from culture to culture.

p.6
Definition of Culture

Is culture the same as common sense?

No, it is not equal to common sense of culture.

p.74
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What is cultural change?

The process through which individuals do not automatically accept new cultural products or elements.

p.35
Subculture and Counter-Culture

Can you give examples of subcultures?

Monks, different occupational groups like TV stars and accountants, or online communities.

p.25
Elements of Culture

Give an example of a folkway.

"No shirt, no shoes, no service."

p.35
Subculture and Counter-Culture

Why is subculture significant in large heterogeneous societies?

It highlights the diversity and differences among various groups.

p.14
Structure of Culture

What are symbols in the context of culture?

Objects, gestures, or words that represent ideas or concepts.

p.6
Definition of Culture

What is civilization often referred to as?

Material culture, which includes all artifacts or physical objects created by humans.

p.20
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What value highlights the importance of practicality in American culture?

Practicality and work.

p.38
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What does 'Y2K style' refer to?

A fashion trend inspired by the late 1990s and early 2000s, often associated with the anticipation of the year 2000.

p.2
Definition of Culture

What elements does culture encompass according to UNESCO?

Art, literature, lifestyles, ways of living together, value systems, traditions, and beliefs.

p.80
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What type of projects does Live Work Hong Kong support?

Projects that foster collaboration and innovation in urban living.

p.38
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What era is primarily associated with Y2K style?

The late 1990s and early 2000s.

p.57
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is nationalism?

The belief that people are inherently members of a nation.

p.4
Elements of Culture

What aspects of society are encompassed by culture?

Science, moral systems, manners, dress, language, religion, and rituals.

p.24
Elements of Culture

What forms can norms take?

Laws, procedures, morals, customs, or expectations.

p.54
Functions of Culture

What do members of society work towards when they share the same values?

The same goal.

p.6
Definition of Culture

How is culture acquired?

It is learned and shared.

p.59
Theoretical Analysis of Culture

Which theorist's approach is rooted in the concept of social conflict?

Karl Marx.

p.6
Definition of Culture

What role does culture play in human behavior?

Culture 'programs' man, and man maintains and changes it.

p.20
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is one of the central values of the American way of life that emphasizes fairness for all individuals?

Equal opportunity.

p.84
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What are the two perspectives on cultural identity mentioned?

Mono-culturalism and multi-culturalism.

p.44
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What does 'Do It Yourself' signify in Cyberpunk attitudes?

Encouragement of self-sufficiency and personal initiative.

p.50
Cultural Shock

What is culture shock?

The disorientation experienced when immersed in a unique and unfamiliar cultural setting.

p.54
Functions of Culture

What is likely to happen if members of society are committed to the same values?

They will develop a common social identity.

p.83
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What are the two types of benefits described in multiculturalism?

Tangible (economic) and intangible (social) benefits.

p.14
Structure of Culture

How do values function within a culture?

They guide behavior and decision-making.

p.75
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

How does usefulness influence acceptance of innovation?

If the new item is useful in their environment, it is more likely to be accepted.

p.84
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What does culture as constraint imply?

We only know our world in terms of our culture.

p.83
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What groups does multiculturalism focus on?

Different ethnic, cultural, racial, and religious groups.

p.26
Elements of Culture

What is the difference between folkways and mores?

Folkways are informal and less serious, while mores are serious norms with moral significance.

p.44
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What is a common sentiment towards authority in Cyberpunk culture?

Mistrust Authority.

p.20
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

Which value emphasizes the importance of being active and engaged in work?

Activity and work.

p.20
Cultural Traits in Hong Kong

What value in American culture emphasizes the importance of scientific understanding?

Science.

p.69
Structure of Culture

What dual role does culture play according to Symbolic Interactionism?

Culture is both a guide to social interaction and a product of interaction.

p.83
Multiculturalism and Diversity

What is the goal of multiculturalism?

To support the full political, social, and economic integration of all members of society.

p.40
Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

What does Michel Foucault suggest about human sexuality?

It varies dramatically from one culture to another and from one time period to another.

p.34
Cultural Capital

How do elites typically signal their high status?

Through particular cultural tastes or preferences.

p.34
Cultural Capital

What term describes elites in the US who have broad tastes?

Cultural omnivores (文化雜食者).

p.25
Elements of Culture

Give examples of mores.

Flag burning and murder, which are strictly prohibited in some countries.

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