Question 1

"Culture" includes both abstract ideas, such as values or ethics, as well as material objects, such as automobiles or art.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Carl Thorne has just passed the final test to become a member of a college fraternity. This rite of passage has moved Carl from being an individual to being a member of a bonded group. When Carl receives his "fraternity pin" in a final ceremony and joins his new brothers, he will have passed through a final stage or phase of a rite of passage metamorphosis in college. According to the text, what would this final stage be called?

Accepted Answer

A)  liminality 
B)  separation 
C)  acculturization 
D)  finality 
E)  aggregation 
A)  liminality 
B)  separation 
C)  acculturization 
D)  finality 
E)  aggregation

Question 3

The gift- giving ritual may be broken down into stages. It is during the third stage, gestation, that the gift receiver adjusts bonds with the giver into a closer or more distant relationship according to the perceived quality of the gift.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Laura was surprised when Luigi arrived on their second date with an enormous bunch of roses. According to some researchers this gift- giving has the following relational effect:

Accepted Answer

A)  negligible effects 
B)  affirmation 
C)  weakening 
D)  negative confirmation 
E)  strengthening 
A)  negligible effects 
B)  affirmation 
C)  weakening 
D)  negative confirmation 
E)  strengthening

Question 5

During the presentation stage, the process of the gift exchange can be viewed as structural or emergent.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A mediating figure in a myth is similar to the concept of the:

Accepted Answer

A)  ego 
B)  law of attraction 
C)  mere exposure effect 
D)  figure- ground principle 
E)  progressive learning model 
A)  ego 
B)  law of attraction 
C)  mere exposure effect 
D)  figure- ground principle 
E)  progressive learning model

Question 7

Every March 1st the Welsh celebrate St. David's Day. This is an example of a(n):

Accepted Answer

A)  social structure 
B)  ethos 
C)  ideology 
D)  custom 
E)  ecology 
A)  social structure 
B)  ethos 
C)  ideology 
D)  custom 
E)  ecology

Question 8

Define ritual artifacts and describe artifacts that would likely be present at a child's birthday party. Also include a discussion of what a typical ritual script would be involved with a birthday.

Accepted Answer

Ritual Artifacts are items used in the p

Question 9

Which of these consumer activities is NOT an example of a "rite of passage":

Accepted Answer

A)  fraternity pledging during Hell Week 
B)  new fashion models being "seasoned" in Paris 
C)  moving from one office to another 
D)  baseball athletes going through training camps 
E)  novitiates becoming nuns 
A)  fraternity pledging during Hell Week 
B)  new fashion models being "seasoned" in Paris 
C)  moving from one office to another 
D)  baseball athletes going through training camps 
E)  novitiates becoming nuns

Question 10

In many cultures, there are stories of talking animals that act as mediating figures. These figures typically serve to strengthen the psychological function of myths.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Gift- giving involves the exchange of an object or service between two or more people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

In the non- Christian world, the story of Adam and Eve would be considered a Christian metaphysical myth.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Regina and Gail are both baseball fans. Regina has a collection of every Toronto Blue Jays baseball card since the franchise began. Her friend Gail has a plethora of randomly acquired baseball equipment and memorabilia lying around in her garage. Which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Both women's behaviour would considered collecting. 
B)  Regina's behaviour would be considered a product of classical conditioning, whereas Gail's would be considered a product of instrumental conditioning. 
C)  Regina's behaviour would be considered collecting, whereas Gail's would be hoarding. 
D)  Both women's behaviour would be considered hoarding. 
E)  Regina's behaviour would be considered hoarding, whereas Gail's would be collecting. 
A)  Both women's behaviour would considered collecting. 
B)  Regina's behaviour would be considered a product of classical conditioning, whereas Gail's would be considered a product of instrumental conditioning. 
C)  Regina's behaviour would be considered collecting, whereas Gail's would be hoarding. 
D)  Both women's behaviour would be considered hoarding. 
E)  Regina's behaviour would be considered hoarding, whereas Gail's would be collecting.

Question 14

Gerry decided to regift a pair of shoes his mother had bought him to give to his friend Mike. Gerry needs to ensure that the shoes had never been worn and that all traces of the original wrapping are removed. If Gerry follows these steps, Mike will be okay with this gift.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A cultural system consists of three functional areas. What are they? Give a brief explanation of each.

Accepted Answer

Culture's functional areas include:
a. E

Question 16

Could rituals serve as a segmentation variable? Explain your answer, including a specific example if you believe so.

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are very well- defined ritual

Question 17

Contamination has occurred when such symbols as the Canadian flag are used by apparel designers in creating clothing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The concept of the nuclear family would fit into which aspect of culture?

Accepted Answer

A)  social structure 
B)  ecology 
C)  environment 
D)  ideology 
E)  hierarchy 
A)  social structure 
B)  ecology 
C)  environment 
D)  ideology 
E)  hierarchy

Question 19

Ritual rites of passage are represented by events such as baptisms, for example.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Fashion jewelry has assisted in the desacralization of religion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

"Culture" includes both abstract ideas, such as values or ethics, as well as material objects, such as automobiles or art.

The gift- giving ritual may be broken down into stages. It is during the third stage, gestation, that the gift receiver adjusts bonds with the giver into a closer or more distant relationship according to the perceived quality of the gift.

Laura was surprised when Luigi arrived on their second date with an enormous bunch of roses. According to some researchers this gift- giving has the following relational effect:

During the presentation stage, the process of the gift exchange can be viewed as structural or emergent.

A mediating figure in a myth is similar to the concept of the:

Every March 1st the Welsh celebrate St. David's Day. This is an example of a(n):

Define ritual artifacts and describe artifacts that would likely be present at a child's birthday party. Also include a discussion of what a typical ritual script would be involved with a birthday.

Which of these consumer activities is NOT an example of a "rite of passage":

In many cultures, there are stories of talking animals that act as mediating figures. These figures typically serve to strengthen the psychological function of myths.

Gift- giving involves the exchange of an object or service between two or more people.

In the non- Christian world, the story of Adam and Eve would be considered a Christian metaphysical myth.

Regina and Gail are both baseball fans. Regina has a collection of every Toronto Blue Jays baseball card since the franchise began. Her friend Gail has a plethora of randomly acquired baseball equipment and memorabilia lying around in her garage. Which of the following is true?

Gerry decided to regift a pair of shoes his mother had bought him to give to his friend Mike. Gerry needs to ensure that the shoes had never been worn and that all traces of the original wrapping are removed. If Gerry follows these steps, Mike will be okay with this gift.

A cultural system consists of three functional areas. What are they? Give a brief explanation of each.

Could rituals serve as a segmentation variable? Explain your answer, including a specific example if you believe so.

Contamination has occurred when such symbols as the Canadian flag are used by apparel designers in creating clothing.

The concept of the nuclear family would fit into which aspect of culture?

Ritual rites of passage are represented by events such as baptisms, for example.

Fashion jewelry has assisted in the desacralization of religion.

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Perception

Learning and Memory

Motivation and Affect

The Self and Gender Identity

Personality, Lifestyles, and Values

Attitudes and Persuasive Communications

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Buying, Using, and Disposing

Group Influences and Social Media

Income and Social Class

Subcultures

Culture

Careers in Consumer Research

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Exam 16: Research Methods

"Culture" includes both abstract ideas, such as values or ethics, as well as material objects, such as automobiles or art.

The gift- giving ritual may be broken down into stages. It is during the third stage, gestation, that the gift receiver adjusts bonds with the giver into a closer or more distant relationship according to the perceived quality of the gift.

Laura was surprised when Luigi arrived on their second date with an enormous bunch of roses. According to some researchers this gift- giving has the following relational effect:

During the presentation stage, the process of the gift exchange can be viewed as structural or emergent.

A mediating figure in a myth is similar to the concept of the:

Every March 1st the Welsh celebrate St. David's Day. This is an example of a(n):

Define ritual artifacts and describe artifacts that would likely be present at a child's birthday party. Also include a discussion of what a typical ritual script would be involved with a birthday.

Which of these consumer activities is NOT an example of a "rite of passage":

In many cultures, there are stories of talking animals that act as mediating figures. These figures typically serve to strengthen the psychological function of myths.

Gift- giving involves the exchange of an object or service between two or more people.

In the non- Christian world, the story of Adam and Eve would be considered a Christian metaphysical myth.

Regina and Gail are both baseball fans. Regina has a collection of every Toronto Blue Jays baseball card since the franchise began. Her friend Gail has a plethora of randomly acquired baseball equipment and memorabilia lying around in her garage. Which of the following is true?

Gerry decided to regift a pair of shoes his mother had bought him to give to his friend Mike. Gerry needs to ensure that the shoes had never been worn and that all traces of the original wrapping are removed. If Gerry follows these steps, Mike will be okay with this gift.

A cultural system consists of three functional areas. What are they? Give a brief explanation of each.

Could rituals serve as a segmentation variable? Explain your answer, including a specific example if you believe so.

Contamination has occurred when such symbols as the Canadian flag are used by apparel designers in creating clothing.

The concept of the nuclear family would fit into which aspect of culture?

Ritual rites of passage are represented by events such as baptisms, for example.

Fashion jewelry has assisted in the desacralization of religion.

Buying, Having, and Being: an Introduction to Consumer Behavior

Consumer and Social Well-Being

Perception

Learning and Memory

Motivation and Affect

The Self and Gender Identity

Personality, Lifestyles, and Values

Attitudes and Persuasive Communications

Decision Making

Buying, Using, and Disposing

Group Influences and Social Media

Income and Social Class

Subcultures

Culture

Careers in Consumer Research

Sources of Secondary Data

Filters