#1
Which of the following best defines cultural diversity?
The presence of multiple cultures and cultural differences within a society
ExplanationCultural diversity is the presence of multiple cultures and cultural differences within a society.
#2
What is the term used to describe oversimplified beliefs or assumptions about a particular group?
Stereotypes
ExplanationStereotypes are oversimplified beliefs or assumptions about a particular group.
#3
Which factor contributes to the development of stereotypes?
Lack of exposure to diverse cultures
ExplanationLack of exposure to diverse cultures contributes to the development of stereotypes.
#4
What is a cultural norm?
A widely accepted standard of behavior within a culture
ExplanationA cultural norm is a widely accepted standard of behavior within a culture.
#5
What does cultural diversity encompass?
A variety of cultural backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, religion, and language
ExplanationCultural diversity encompasses a variety of cultural backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, religion, and language.
#6
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of cultural diversity?
Increased social division and conflict
ExplanationIncreased social division and conflict is NOT a benefit of cultural diversity.
#7
What is the term for the tendency to view one's own culture as superior to others?
Ethnocentrism
ExplanationEthnocentrism is the tendency to view one's own culture as superior to others.
#8
What is cultural relativism?
The understanding that cultural values and practices should be judged within their own context
ExplanationCultural relativism is the understanding that cultural values and practices should be judged within their own context.
#9
Which term describes the process of individuals blending into a dominant culture by adopting its norms and practices?
Cultural assimilation
ExplanationCultural assimilation is the process of individuals blending into a dominant culture by adopting its norms and practices.
#10
What is ethnocentrism?
The tendency to judge other cultures by the standards of one's own culture
ExplanationEthnocentrism is the tendency to judge other cultures by the standards of one's own culture.
#11
What is cultural appropriation?
The inappropriate adoption of elements from another culture without understanding their significance
ExplanationCultural appropriation is the inappropriate adoption of elements from another culture without understanding their significance.
#12
Which concept refers to the adoption of cultural traits, such as language or behavior, from another culture?
Cultural diffusion
ExplanationCultural diffusion is the adoption of cultural traits, such as language or behavior, from another culture.
#13
Which of the following is an example of cultural appropriation?
Using sacred symbols from another culture for fashion purposes
ExplanationUsing sacred symbols from another culture for fashion purposes is an example of cultural appropriation.
#14
What is one potential consequence of cultural homogeneity?
Loss of cultural uniqueness and diversity
ExplanationOne potential consequence of cultural homogeneity is the loss of cultural uniqueness and diversity.