Exam 3: Culture

Wearing your clothes inside out is a violation of a cultural more.

Some Iraqis have been resistant to a democratic government, which was imposed on them by the United States. This imposition may be considered a form of ______.

Children have become active participants of consumer culture. To perpetuate consumer culture, children must be actively ______.

Laws are considered the broadest element of culture.

Bullfighting is seen as a barbaric sport by many Americans, but many Mexicans may see it as an important part of their history. Understanding this sport from the viewpoint of Mexicans, instead of the viewpoint of Americans, would be an example of practicing ______.

Explain the term consumer culture and explore its rise and negative effects. Why does the author suggest we might be in a postconsumer culture?

The Shamrock, Claddagh rings, and certain types of clothing are all part of the ______, which originated in Ireland.

Many corporations strive to treat their employees as equal, regardless of gender and race. This is an example of ______ culture. Despite this, research informs us that women are more likely than men to fall victim to sexual harassment. This reflects ______ culture.

A formal norm can also be classified as a(n) ______.

John sprawls out in his middle airplane seat, hogging the armrests on either side in an attempt to keep the row to himself. He is violating which type of norm?

"Tommy Sheep" is a spoof of a Tommy Hilfiger ad, with sheep (presumably representing the conformists who buy such clothing) pictured in front of a huge American flag. This is an example of ______.

Which of the following is a sign that we are entering a postconsumer culture?

What are organized groups that actively seek to subvert aspects of consumer culture engaging in?

Jim is a journalist who receives a raise because of his outstanding news stories in the past year. Jim's raise is an example of a(n) ______.

Not every group and/or society has a culture.

In India, there was a long tradition of professional letter writers, but they have become largely obsolete with the entry of the cell phone and other elements of Western culture. This is an example of ______.

Select a brand that has spread globally, such as Starbucks, Coca-Cola, or McDonald's. Define cultural imperialism and Americanization, and use your chosen brand to discuss these processes. What are some ways that local cultures push back against the globalization of American brands?

Disagreements between countercultural groups and dominant cultural groups may result in a culture war.

Sanctions may apply when norms are ______, as well as when they are ______.

______ refers to understanding why cultural practices take place in certain societies.