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When diffusion of cultural elements occurs, the result is that __________.

A
the dominant culture resists the pressures of change
B
cultural practices are adopted in new places and contexts
C
the customs of a dominant culture are forced on others
D
cultural universals are undermined in many societies
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Which of the following statements correctly represents the difference between acculturation and assimilation?

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Assimilation occurs when a group is fully integrated into another culture, and acculturation occurs when a group adopts some beliefs of another culture but remains distinct from other groups.
B
Assimilation occurs when cultures adopt the customs of other cultures for their own benefit, and acculturation occurs when one aspect of a culture is spread from one society to another.
C
Assimilation occurs when a group adopts some beliefs of another culture but remains distinct from other groups, and acculturation occurs when a group is fully integrated into another culture.
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Assimilation occurs when one aspect of a culture is spread from one society to another, and acculturation occurs when cultures adopt the customs of other cultures for their own benefit.
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Despite external influences, cultures are unchanging.

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T
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F
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Explain the relationship between a subculture and a dominant culture.

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Responses may vary, but should include some or all of the following information: A subculture is practiced by a smaller group of people than a dominant culture. Subcultures are different from the larger group for reasons that include beliefs, customs, ethnic backgrounds, and religion. The differences practiced in a subculture may or may not be apparent to the dominant culture. Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: A subculture is practiced by a smaller group of people than a dominant culture. Subcultures are different from the larger group for reasons that include beliefs, customs, ethnic backgrounds, and religion. The differences practiced in a subculture may or may not be apparent to the dominant culture.

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Popular culture __________.

A
is fluid and can quickly change
B
did not exist before 1990
C
is practiced only by young people
D
discourages innovation or change
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Popular culture __________.

A
is fluid and can quickly change
B
did not exist before 1990
C
is practiced only by young people
D
discourages innovation or change
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Which of the following would not be an example of a counterculture group?

A
a group of students who reject traditional school practices
B
a group of political activists who want radical reform
C
a group of soccer fans who want to see good matches
D
a group of ruffians who oppose drug and alcohol use
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Compare and contrast cultural diffusion and cultural appropriation. How are these two processes part of the same system?

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Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: Both practices are means of cultural sharing. Cultural diffusion refers to the process where characteristics of one culture are spread to nearby cultures. Media, trade, and popular culture can help diffusion take place. Appropriation refers to the borrowing or adoption customs from another culture. When diffusing culture, a group is spreading its beliefs, practices, and values. When appropriating culture, a group is taking beliefs, practices, and values from others.

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When individuals go through the process of _________, they are likely to shed all the customs of their past culture.

A
acculturation
B
assimilation
C
diffusion
D
appropriation
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When diffusion of cultural elements occurs, the result is that __________.

A
the dominant culture resists the pressures of change
B
cultural practices are adopted in new places and contexts
C
the customs of a dominant culture are forced on others
D
cultural universals are undermined in many societies
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A subculture that organizes itself in opposition to the dominant culture or to a different subculture is called a(n) __________.

A
dominant culture
B
submissive culture
C
counterculture
D
anti-culture
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Which of the following would not be an example of a counterculture group?

A
a group of students who reject traditional school practices
B
a group of political activists who want radical reform
C
a group of soccer fans who want to see good matches
D
a group of ruffians who oppose drug and alcohol use
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A subculture that organizes itself in opposition to the dominant culture or to a different subculture is called a(n) __________.

A
dominant culture
B
submissive culture
C
counterculture
D
anti-culture
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Which of the following statements correctly represents the difference between acculturation and assimilation?

A
Assimilation occurs when a group is fully integrated into another culture, and acculturation occurs when a group adopts some beliefs of another culture but remains distinct from other groups.
B
Assimilation occurs when cultures adopt the customs of other cultures for their own benefit, and acculturation occurs when one aspect of a culture is spread from one society to another.
C
Assimilation occurs when a group adopts some beliefs of another culture but remains distinct from other groups, and acculturation occurs when a group is fully integrated into another culture.
D
Assimilation occurs when one aspect of a culture is spread from one society to another, and acculturation occurs when cultures adopt the customs of other cultures for their own benefit.
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When individuals go through the process of _________, they are likely to shed all the customs of their past culture.

A
acculturation
B
assimilation
C
diffusion
D
appropriation
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Which of the following statements best summarizes the process of cultural sharing?

A
Cultures have changed over time as different groups have passed their values to other groups while at the same time adopting practices of other groups.
B
Culture is best defined as the values of a group of people that do not change over time and are not shared with others.
C
Cultures only change by force when one group imposes its values and ideas on others.
D
By the beginning of the 21st century, cultures had become indistinguishable due to cultural sharing.
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Which of the following statements best summarizes the process of cultural sharing?

A
Cultures have changed over time as different groups have passed their values to other groups while at the same time adopting practices of other groups.
B
Culture is best defined as the values of a group of people that do not change over time and are not shared with others.
C
Cultures only change by force when one group imposes its values and ideas on others.
D
By the beginning of the 21st century, cultures had become indistinguishable due to cultural sharing.

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