Which of the following is an example of culture lag?

rapid development of new technologies outpacing the legal / ethnic standard

Which of the following is an example of a counterculture?

The hippie movement of the 1960s, which rejected mainstream societal norms

What does "ideal culture" refer to in sociology?

cultural practices and beliefs that a society aspires to uphold

A temporary feeling or emotion about a particular situation

What does "real culture" refer to in sociology?

The actual behaviors and practices that people in a society engage in

A strong dislike or fear of people from other countries or cultures

What are "mores" in the context of sociology?

Norms or customs that are considered essential to the social order

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Which of the following is an example of culture lag?
The widespread acceptance of a new language in a community
rapid development of new technologies outpacing the legal / ethnic standard
The adoption of new fashion trends before they become mainstream
The traditional celebration of holidays that have remained for decades
2
What term is when a person admires and values the cultural practices and products of a foreign country over their own?
Countercultures
Xenocentrism
Ethnocentrism
Xenophobia
3
Which of the following is an example of a counterculture?
The hippie movement of the 1960s, which rejected mainstream societal norms
The widespread use of social media platforms for communication
The formal educational system in contemporary society
The mainstream adoption of digital technology in daily life
4
What is the term for the shared beliefs, values, and practices of a group of people?
Society
Ethnicity
Culture
Tradition
5
What does "ideal culture" refer to in sociology?
cultural practices and beliefs that a society actually follows in life
specific customs and traditions unique to a particular ethnic group
cultural practices and beliefs that a society aspires to uphold
practical skills and knowledge that individuals in a society possess
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Which of the following is an example of material culture?
Clothing
Family values
Religious beliefs
Language
7
Which of the following is considered a non-material aspect of culture?
Artifacts
Architecture
Technology
Values
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What is a belief?
A proven fact based on empirical evidence
A skill or talent acquired through practice and experience
acceptance that something is true or exists, often without evidence
A temporary feeling or emotion about a particular situation
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What is the term for judging another culture by the standards of one's own culture?
Ethnocentrism
Xenocentrism
Cultural relativism
Cultural diffusion
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What does "real culture" refer to in sociology?
The artistic and intellectual achievements of a society
The actual behaviors and practices that people in a society engage in
The historical and traditional customs unique to a specific culture
The idealized values and norms that a society professes to uphold
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Which of the following is an example of a cultural universal?
Having a form of marriage
Celebrating Thanksgiving
Eating with chopsticks
Wearing hijabs
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Which of the following is an example of a subculture?
Humans
Americans
Teenagers
Animals
13
What is xenophobia?
A medical condition related to an excessive fear of disease
A strong dislike or fear of people from other countries or cultures
A fear of technology and its impact on society
An intense preference for traditional cultural practices over modern ones
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What are "mores" in the context of sociology?
Traditional religious practices unique to a specific culture
Personal habits or routines that individuals follow in their daily lives
Norms or customs that are considered essential to the social order
Legal codes or formal regulations established by governments
15
What is the term for the emotional and psychological disorientation experienced when encountering an unfamiliar culture?
Ethnocentrism
Cultural diffusion
Culture shock
Cultural relativism
16
The term for the complex whole of a society's knowledge, beliefs, arts, laws, customs, and habits is:
Heritage
Culture
Civilization
Tradition
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The term for a culture within a culture that differs in some way from the dominant culture is:
Microculture
Counterculture
Nanoculture
Subculture
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What term refers to fear and hostility toward people who are from other countries?
Cultural relativism
Ethnocentrism
Xenophobia
Xenocentrism

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