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1
The various cultural regions that compose the USA demonstrate how
Cultural region is composed of a variety of cultural realms
Culture hearths spread their values through diffusion
Cultural regions share some values & yet remain distinct
Cultural boundaries match political boundaries
2
People maintain their folk culture despite familiarity withpopular culture primarily because of
fear of foreign influence.
strong desire to preserve unique customs.
the high cost of popular customs.
lack of exposure to the media.
3
Which of these is an example of a culture trait?
parenting
Sleeping
Wearing a turban
Eating a meal
4
Which of the following characteristics is moretypical of a popular culture than a folk culture
It results in a more uniform landscape.
It has an anonymous origin.
It is likely to be derived from physicalconditions
Communication is more limited.
5
Popular culture and folk culture can both result in a higher level of
consumption of animal products
extinction of animal species
environmental degradation
all of these
6
An example of an external threat to folk culture includes all but which of the following?
CNN
Facebook
Google
MTV
7
One impact of large-scale consumption of chicken in moredeveloped countries is to
diffuse agricultural products into the physicalenvironment.
make inefficient use of the world's grainsupplies
displace pork producers
encourage the development of a new food taboo.
8
As they have more contact with popular culture, women in LDC's are more likely to
reduce the practice of prostitution.
obtain food for the family.
gain more opportunities outside the home.
be subservient to men.
9
Americans' preferences for beverages and snacks
all of the above
vary according to what is produced locally.
vary according to religious differences.
vary from one region of the country to another.
10
The changes in local culture brought about bythe onslaught of popular culture tend to disrupt
Customs
Population
Economics
Transport Connections
11
What state in the U.S would have one of the lowest alcohol levels?
Florida
Utah
Kentucky
Montana
12
A group's material culture is produced by
its food choices
its geographic location
a collection of social customs
its habits
13
MC Solaar is to France as Jovanotti is to________
India
Mexico
Italy
England
14
Only Old Order Anabaptist group who live communally rather than in family farmsteads are the
Hutterites
Mennonites
Brethren
Amish
15
Rapid diffusion of popular culture
Depends on modern communication systems
Conserves resources
Is an example of relocation diffusion
All of these
16
In the United States, the number of golf courses per personis highest in
the west, where golfers are clustered.
the south, where the climate is favorable.
the southwest, where climate allows play all year long.
NC states, where there is a long traditionof playing golf.
17
Yuan and Shan peoples in northern Thailandsleep with their heads toward the east
to avoid the direction of death and evil spirits.
so that the head is opposite the neighbors' heads.
because the head is considered high and noble
to avoid drafts from monsoon winds.
18
The choice of clothing in Western countries is stronglyinfluenced by
all of the above
occupation.
level of income.
knowledge of fashion elsewhere.
19
Western dominance of the news media is feared in LDC's for all but which of these reasons?
Western countries supply a large % ofthe TV news video
Western countries control most of the newspapersin LDC's
Western values permeate the media.
Western radio newscasts can be heard in most countries.
20
The“lost city” located in Sun City, South Africa is a good example of:
An authentic Landscape
the commodification of nature
an ethnic enclave
modernization
21
Folk customs usually originate from
global economic exchange
famous historical event
the availability of more leisure time
familiar events in daily life
22
Japan is a hearth of global popular culture that influences North America with
Foods
Animated films
sports
fashion
23
Which element of the local physical environment isimportant for wine production?
Climate
Soil
All of the Above
Topography
24
Today, house types in the United States are distinguishedby all but which of the following?
They are usually mass-produced.
They display few regional distinctions.
They can still be divided into three distinct regions.
Alternative styles have diffused throughout the country.
25
Main effect of modern communications on social customs has been to
folk cultures, by increasing awarenessof their uniqueness
have little effect on the diffusion of social customs.
slow the rate of change.
increase the similarity of social customs indifferent places
26
Rapid diffusion of popular culture
conserves resources
All of these
is an example of relocation diffusion
depends on modern communication systems
27
The Irish Pub Co. has designed pubs in all ofthe following countries except
United Arab Emirates
Singapore
Argentina
Brazil
28
The ________ of a group of people includes thethings they construct.
non-material Culture
pop culture
folk culture
material culture
29
taboo against pork is a characteristic of
Judaism and Islam.
Judaism and Buddhism
Christianity and Hinduism
Christianity and Buddhism
30
Folk Culture is primary spread through
Relocation
Radio Stations
TV
the Internet
31
Over 425 Hutterite communities exist in each ofthe following states and provinces
except
Montana
North Dakota
Alberta
Arkansas
32
The spatial distribution of soccer during the twentiethcentury is an example of
relocation diffusion.
popular culture
habit
taboo
33
In contrast to folk culture, popular culture is typical of
Groups living in isolated rural areas
Large heterogeneous Groups
Small Homogeneous Groups
groups of specialists
34
Which concept is the contemporary geographer likely toreject?
folk custom can become part of a popular culture
physical environment causes people to adopt social customs.
People in similar environments adopt different socialcustoms
People in different environments adopt similar socialcustoms
35
Many less developed countries fear the loss of folk culturebecause
Western perspectives may become more dominant.
they do not want to preserve traditional values.
popular culture devalues women.
they want to avoid political disputes.
36
Popular culture and folk culture can both result in ahigher level of
consumption of animal products.
all of the above
environmental degradation.
demand for raw materials.
37
Which item of clothing has been banned in some European countries?
beret
burqa
poncho
blue jeans
38
Which statement best demonstrates the concept of a culture hearth?
building, roads, and other elements built by humans
Places where material & nonmaterial traits emerged
Where many cultures share the religion of Islam
Latin America, has several distinct but related cultures
39
The most important house style in the United States since the 1960's is known as
minimal traditional.
split-level.
contemporary.
neo-eclectic.
40
The frequent act, to the extent that it becomes characteristic of a group of people is a
popular culture
habit
taboo
custom
41
Folk songs are distinguished from popular songs becausethey
can be understood only by one group
are only transmitted orally.
tell a story about daily activities.
written by specialists for commercialdistribution
42
Which pattern is more typical of folk cultures than other types of cultures?
Emphasizing the value of tradition
Taking steps to transform rural areas into urban areas
Establishing flexible gender roles
Welcoming in new practices from other cultures
43
An example of a folk custom used to diffuse informationabout agriculture is
Armed Forces Radio
Vietnamese songs.
Home design in Madagascar
Himalayan art
44
In 2000, there were over 60 Hutterite Coloniesin __________
Montana and Minnesota
Alberta and Manitoba
British Columbia and Washington
British Columbia and North Dakota
45
Which is an example of a non-material aspect ofculture?
Religious Decoration
Church Building
burning of incense
An Altar
46
One effect of the spread of popular culture through globalization is that
primary impact has been to change American culture
Less-developed countries have adopted stricter gender roles
Cultural realms have become more diverse
Several traits have become part of a worldwide culture
47
A people who are a part of a culture that doesn't have a written language are said to be
derivative
illterate
preliterate
symbolic
48
The repetitive act performed by an individual is a
Custom
Popular Culture
Taboo
Habit
49
What population dominates the use of social media in number of users?
India
USA
China
Canada
50
Popular customs most frequently originate in
countries with large rural populations
former communist countries
more developed countries
less developed countries
51
Features of the U.S. landscape, such as gas stations,supermarkets, and motels,
promote diffusion of folk culture.
reflect the preservation of folk culture
promote a uniform landscape.
provide diversity on the U.S. landscape.
52
Features of the US landscape, such as gas stations, supermarkets and motels
Promote a uniform landscape
Provide diversity on the US landscape
Reflect the preservation of folk culture
Show high regional variation
53
geographer Vidal de la Blache regarded foodsupply as
the folk custom most closely tied to aparticular climate
the best available example of a folk custom
less subject to modification than the clothingand weapons
all of the above
54
What is the important mechanism for the diffusion of professional sports?
the Internet
Social Media
TV
Relocation diffusion
55
The spatial distribution of soccer during the 20
th
century is an example of
Habit
Popular Culture
Folk Culture
Taboo
56
A family that comes from China to the US & chooses to live in an ethnic enclave is hoping to
Find a buffer against discrimination
Separate itself from Chinese culture rapidly and completely
Expose their children to people of many other cultures
Assimilate their family into US culture as quickly
57
Distribution of alcohol use in the US displays which of these characteristics of pop culture?
All of the Above
Close Relationship to level of income
Little regard for features of the physical environment
Rapid Diffusion
58
One of the challenges to urban ethnic neighborhoods mentioned in the text is
Federal tax laws
A breakdown in the sense of separateness
immigration of members of the popular culture
assimilation
59
Branson, Missouri capitalizes on local culture by presenting it as___ for tourist consumption
popular
timeless
“authentic”
cosmopolitan
60
Hip Hop music originated in New York the late 1970s in
The South Bronx
Queens
Brooklyn
Harlem
61
The visible imprint of human activity on the landscape is known as:
The hand of man
sprawl
urban renewal
the cultural landscape
62
Reflecting its origins and cultural tradition, Hutteriteleaders speak
American English.
Archaic German
The Amish dialect of French
Rarely and never speak to outsiders
63
“Little Sweden” in Lindsborg, Kansas is a good example:
Placelessness
Neolocalism
Globalization
Tribalism
64
Efforts to conserve local cultures often focus on the local____________.
Landmarks
Mobility
Boundaries
Customs
65
Folk cultures are spread primarily by _____ diffusion
contagious
stimulus
relocation
hierarchical
66
The use of a horse and buggy by the Amish in the United Statesis an example of a
Folk Culture
Taboo
Popular Culture
Habit
67
The number of television sets per person is greatest in
Africa
Latin America
Europe
Asia
68
Little wine is produced in Asia primarily because
grapes do not grow in these regions.
wines can be imported more cheaply.
the people do not have a tradition of wine making.
soil contaminants produce bad grapes.
69
Which of these is an example of a cultural landscape?
a cloud forest
a stand of mangrove trees
a coastal wetland
A park area off an interstate
70
The current distribution of soccer demonstrates that
television has infused all sports into popular culture.
all sports are examples of folk culture.
sport is more important in less developedcountries
folk custom can become part of a popular culture
71
In terms of popular culture, cities like Paris,New York, and Milan are referred to as
Capitals
World Cities
Local Cultures
Hearths
72
The number of television sets per person is greatest in
Latin America
Asia
Africa
Europe
73
Which of the following is not a characteristic of the physical enviro related to wine
The need for moderate, wet winters and long, hot summers.
Quality of the wine depends on the weather in aparticular yr
Grape vines grow best in coarse, well drained soil.
Vineyards must be planted on flat land.
74
In what ways does popular culture threaten environmental sustainability?
through curbside programs
through recycling plans
because of increased demand for golfing
because people are becoming vegans
75
All of the following are components of culture EXCEPT FOR
Migration Destinations
Language and Religion
Landscapes
Customs and Habits
76
Which of the following is not a factor in distinguishing different folk housing types in the US
climate in which the structure is built
origins of regional migrations
size of the building
choice of building materials
77
A sense of community identityaround the idea of “Swedish-ness” in Lindsborg, KS is an example
of Neolocalism
of Assimilation
of Globalization
of Cultural Appropriation
78
The diffusion of jeans is a good example primarily of the
opposition to globalization
diffusion of popular culture
adoption of unique folk culture.
impact of high income on clothing habits
79
The onion-domed churches in Moscow are most clearly examples of that city’s cultural
Borders
Barriers
Landscapes
Realm
80
Popular customs are more likely than folk customs to
rapidly diffuse through modern communicationsystems
reflect the unique characteristics of thelandscape
evolve from the isolation of different groups.
vary from place to place
81
In contrast to popular culture, folk cultures are more likely to vary
from time to time at a given place
both from place to place and from time to time.
with rapid change
from place to place at a given time.
82
Cultural appropriation for purposes of profit is referred to as an example of
cultural imperialism.
product branding.
commodification
ethnic insensitivity.
83
restriction on behavior imposed by social customis a
Taboo
Habit
Popular Culture
Tariff
84
Which is not an aspect of cultural landscape convergence?
globalization of particular businesses and products
development of regional architectural styles
Globalized architectural forms
borrowing of idealized landscape images
85
Which of the following is an important source area for U.S.folk house types?
Southern Atlantic
Upper New York
Northeast
Lower Chesapeake
86
Diffusion of popular customs can adverselyimpact environmental quality in two ways
diversity of products and slow change.
depletion of scarce resources and pollution.
using renewable materials and recycled designs.
increased diversity and decreased demand.
87
Buying a Native American styled dream catcher ata Wal-Mart store in Ohio is an example of
Local Custom
Assimilation
Cultural Appropriation
Cultural Persistence
88
Distribution of the subjects of art in the Himalayas shows how folk cultures
abandon customary forms with migration
avoid painting animate objects
are influenced by distinctive vegetation,climate,& religion
always paint religious subjects
89
Hutterites differ from the Amish in that they
reject modern technology.
are Anabaptist.
live in Pennsylvania.
accept modern technology
90
One significant impact of popular culture is to
promote the diffusion of folk culture.
create a more varied and less uniform landscape
spread through relocation diffusion.
modify the physical environment.
91
Theonly country in Africa with a building over 700 feet tall is:
Egypt
Morocco
Johannesburg
South Africa
92
Diffusion of Internet service is following the earlierpattern of television, except
the United States share of world use is expanding.
initial use was in less developed countries.
diffusion is much faster.
diffusion is much slower
93
Typically, popular culture
experience frequent changes
originates in a number of locations at the sametime
is practiced by small homogeneous groups.
reflects the characteristics of a physicalenvironment.