Question 1

Understanding a culture on its own terms,and from the perspective of those who practice that culture,is referred to as ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Understanding a culture on its own terms,and...

Question 2

Which of Williams' U.S. values contradicts the other values of freedom,democracy,and equality?

Accepted Answer

A) science and technology 
B) material comfort 
C) group superiority 
D) religiosity 
A) science and technology 
B) material comfort 
C) group superiority 
D) religiosity

Question 3

At the Back to Nature Nudist Colony,Ernie and Morello take a walk every morning along the beach,totally nude. Within the colony,which statement BEST describes the behavior of Ernie and Morello?

Accepted Answer

A) They are conforming to the folkways of their subculture. 
B) They are violating a more of their society. 
C) They are challenging a taboo of their counterculture. 
D) They are showing a need for cultural relativism. 
A) They are conforming to the folkways of their subculture. 
B) They are violating a more of their society. 
C) They are challenging a taboo of their counterculture. 
D) They are showing a need for cultural relativism.

Question 4

Culture wars not only identify differences in values and norms,but they may also result in violence and strife among members of the same society.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Language allows culture to develop by freeing people to move beyond their immediate experiences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

An emerging value in the U.S. that emphasizes taking time to go to the spa and weekend getaway vacations is an example of ________.

Accepted Answer

A) leisure 
B) self-fulfillment 
C) physical fitness 
D) environmental concern 
A) leisure 
B) self-fulfillment 
C) physical fitness 
D) environmental concern

Question 7

In America,why is Spanish,rather than English,continuously spoken from generation to generation with greater commitment than any other non-English speaking language?

Accepted Answer

A) Spanish is spoken worldwide much more commonly than English. 
B) English is one of the most difficult languages to learn. 
C) For many Spanish speakers,learning English violates the allegiance to their native countries. 
D) There is a constant influx of new Hispanic immigrants into the U.S. 
A) Spanish is spoken worldwide much more commonly than English. 
B) English is one of the most difficult languages to learn. 
C) For many Spanish speakers,learning English violates the allegiance to their native countries. 
D) There is a constant influx of new Hispanic immigrants into the U.S.

Question 8

Because America is made up of many different groups,it is classified as being a pluralistic society.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The U.S. is made up of many different groups. This classifies it as a __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The U.S. is made up of many...

Question 10

Viewing bullfighting from its history,its folklore,its ideas of bravery,and its concepts about sex roles is an example of cultural relativism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Of the five interrelated core values emerging in American society,the one that is reflected in the "human potential" movement that focuses on "self help,relating,and personal development" is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) leisure 
B) romantic love 
C) physical fitness 
D) self-fulfillment 
A) leisure 
B) romantic love 
C) physical fitness 
D) self-fulfillment

Question 12

Most American high schools routinely schedule ceremonies to recognize the most talented student athletes and scholars. Such activities illustrate the importance that Americans place on which value,as defined by sociologist Robin Williams?

Accepted Answer

A) efficiency and practicality 
B) achievement and success 
C) group superiority 
D) freedom 
A) efficiency and practicality 
B) achievement and success 
C) group superiority 
D) freedom

Question 13

People from all walks of life,races,religions,and ethnic groups participate in the U.S. legislative process. In view of this,which term BEST describes American society?

Accepted Answer

A) America is a polytheistic society. 
B) America is a society of subcultures and countercultures. 
C) America is a pluralistic society. 
D) America is based on the principles of oligarchy. 
A) America is a polytheistic society. 
B) America is a society of subcultures and countercultures. 
C) America is a pluralistic society. 
D) America is based on the principles of oligarchy.

Question 14

Why can gestures lead to misunderstanding and embarrassment?

Accepted Answer

They are not universally under

Question 15

Clarisse and Cindy are honor students who conduct themselves in a mature manner at the Christian college they attend in Philadelphia. This year for spring break,they decided to go to Cancun,where they auditioned for the "Girls Gone Wild" video. Which statement BEST describes the probable reason behind the behavior of Clarisse and Cindy?

Accepted Answer

A) Clarisse and Cindy unintentionally broke a taboo due to the stress,authoritarianism,and strict regime involved in Christian education. 
B) Clarisse and Cindy considered themselves on a moral holiday,which permitted them to "let their hair down." 
C) Clarisse and Cindy were evil spirited at heart and their true behavior surfaced in Cancun. 
D) Clarisse pushed Cindy,or Cindy pushed Clarisse,into violating their Christian norms and deciding to "go wild." 
A) Clarisse and Cindy unintentionally broke a taboo due to the stress,authoritarianism,and strict regime involved in Christian education. 
B) Clarisse and Cindy considered themselves on a moral holiday,which permitted them to "let their hair down." 
C) Clarisse and Cindy were evil spirited at heart and their true behavior surfaced in Cancun. 
D) Clarisse pushed Cindy,or Cindy pushed Clarisse,into violating their Christian norms and deciding to "go wild."

Question 16

Monique,Alice,and Rebecca are high-priced call girls who work large conventions and have exclusive client lists. They are meticulous in the clients they choose to service and only work for exclusive,high-paying patrons. Are Monique,Alice,and Rebecca members of a subculture or a counterculture? Explain the reasons for your answer.

Accepted Answer

As societies change,some values become c

Question 17

When on "moral holiday," norms are expected to be broken.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Symbols can be strung together in an infinite number of ways for the purpose of communicating abstract thought. This is referred to as ________.

Accepted Answer

A) technology 
B) gesture 
C) language 
D) pattern 
A) technology 
B) gesture 
C) language 
D) pattern

Question 19

As opposed to a subculture,a counterculture ________.

Accepted Answer

holds values and nor

Question 20

Without sanctions,how would material and nonmaterial culture be affected?

Accepted Answer

Sanctions preserve norms,and without nor

Understanding a culture on its own terms,and from the perspective of those who practice that culture,is referred to as ________.

Which of Williams' U.S. values contradicts the other values of freedom,democracy,and equality?

At the Back to Nature Nudist Colony,Ernie and Morello take a walk every morning along the beach,totally nude. Within the colony,which statement BEST describes the behavior of Ernie and Morello?

Culture wars not only identify differences in values and norms,but they may also result in violence and strife among members of the same society.

Language allows culture to develop by freeing people to move beyond their immediate experiences.

An emerging value in the U.S. that emphasizes taking time to go to the spa and weekend getaway vacations is an example of ________.

In America,why is Spanish,rather than English,continuously spoken from generation to generation with greater commitment than any other non-English speaking language?

Because America is made up of many different groups,it is classified as being a pluralistic society.

The U.S. is made up of many different groups. This classifies it as a __________.

Viewing bullfighting from its history,its folklore,its ideas of bravery,and its concepts about sex roles is an example of cultural relativism.

Of the five interrelated core values emerging in American society,the one that is reflected in the "human potential" movement that focuses on "self help,relating,and personal development" is ________.

Most American high schools routinely schedule ceremonies to recognize the most talented student athletes and scholars. Such activities illustrate the importance that Americans place on which value,as defined by sociologist Robin Williams?

People from all walks of life,races,religions,and ethnic groups participate in the U.S. legislative process. In view of this,which term BEST describes American society?

Why can gestures lead to misunderstanding and embarrassment?

When on "moral holiday," norms are expected to be broken.

Symbols can be strung together in an infinite number of ways for the purpose of communicating abstract thought. This is referred to as ________.

As opposed to a subculture,a counterculture ________.

Without sanctions,how would material and nonmaterial culture be affected?

The Sociological Perspective

Socialization

Social Structure and Social Interaction

Social Groups and Formal Organizations

Deviance and Social Control

Global Stratification

Social Class in the United States

Race and Ethnicity

Gender and Age

Politics and the Economy

Marriage and Family

Education and Religion

Population and Urbanization

Social Change and the Environment

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Exam 2: Culture

Understanding a culture on its own terms,and from the perspective of those who practice that culture,is referred to as ________.

Which of Williams' U.S. values contradicts the other values of freedom,democracy,and equality?

At the Back to Nature Nudist Colony,Ernie and Morello take a walk every morning along the beach,totally nude. Within the colony,which statement BEST describes the behavior of Ernie and Morello?

Culture wars not only identify differences in values and norms,but they may also result in violence and strife among members of the same society.

Language allows culture to develop by freeing people to move beyond their immediate experiences.

An emerging value in the U.S. that emphasizes taking time to go to the spa and weekend getaway vacations is an example of ________.

In America,why is Spanish,rather than English,continuously spoken from generation to generation with greater commitment than any other non-English speaking language?

Because America is made up of many different groups,it is classified as being a pluralistic society.

The U.S. is made up of many different groups. This classifies it as a __________.

Viewing bullfighting from its history,its folklore,its ideas of bravery,and its concepts about sex roles is an example of cultural relativism.

Of the five interrelated core values emerging in American society,the one that is reflected in the "human potential" movement that focuses on "self help,relating,and personal development" is ________.

Most American high schools routinely schedule ceremonies to recognize the most talented student athletes and scholars. Such activities illustrate the importance that Americans place on which value,as defined by sociologist Robin Williams?

People from all walks of life,races,religions,and ethnic groups participate in the U.S. legislative process. In view of this,which term BEST describes American society?

Why can gestures lead to misunderstanding and embarrassment?

When on "moral holiday," norms are expected to be broken.

Symbols can be strung together in an infinite number of ways for the purpose of communicating abstract thought. This is referred to as ________.

As opposed to a subculture,a counterculture ________.

Without sanctions,how would material and nonmaterial culture be affected?

The Sociological Perspective

Socialization

Social Structure and Social Interaction

Social Groups and Formal Organizations

Deviance and Social Control

Global Stratification

Social Class in the United States

Race and Ethnicity

Gender and Age

Politics and the Economy

Marriage and Family

Education and Religion

Population and Urbanization

Social Change and the Environment

Filters