Exam 14: Culture

Which of the following is NOT one of the four interrelated functions of myths in a culture?

Passing a driving test to receive a driver's license is an example of a rite of passage.

Researchers primarily see the gift-giving ritual as a type of ________ exchange.

List and explain the four interrelated functions in a culture.

________ is when ordinary objects, events, and even people take on sacred meaning.

In many cultures, myths feature talking animals that act as mediating figures.

The aspect of a cultural system which describes the mental characteristics of a people and the way they relate to their environment and social groups is known as ________.

Which functional area of culture is most closely related to the idea of a common worldview?

Explain the three distinct stages of gift-giving rituals.

Gen enjoys owning a micro-refrigerator, which is small enough to fit almost anywhere. Gen believes that the efficient use of space is one of the characteristics that any good product should have. With respect to the functional areas of a cultural system, Gen is focusing on ________ as a variable in selecting products.

According to Hofstede, values associated with a long-term orientation are respect for social obligations and the need to save face.

A culture production system is a set of individuals and organizations that create and market cultural products.

A fad is a relatively long-term acceptance cycle in today's marketplace because of the money necessary to develop the fad.

Define the term "fashion system."

The indulgence versus restraint dimension of Hofstede's Dimensions of National Culture deals with the extent to which a society allows relatively free gratification of basic and natural human drives related to enjoying life.

A special ritual marking a person's transition from one role to another is called a ________.

________ is/are the mental characteristics of people and the way they relate to their environment and social group.

According to Hofstede, power distance refers to the extent to which the less powerful members of organizations and institutions accept and expect that power is distributed unequally.

The worldwide popularity of McDonald's suggests that there is a global consumer culture that unites people around the world by their common devotion to brands.

Sharon is upset with her secretary. Though everyone in the office agreed not to give Christmas presents this year, Sharon's secretary gave her an expensive bottle of perfume. Which of the following best identifies the source of Sharon's feelings?