Explore the World's Cultures: Dive into Cultural Geography

Question 1

Which of these is NOT a key part of what makes up a culture?

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Tools and machines

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Beliefs

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Values

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Language

Question 2

How does culture shape our beliefs, values, and behaviors?

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Culture influences our beliefs and values, guiding our thoughts and actions.

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Culture only affects our language and communication.

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Culture has no impact on our emotions or feelings.

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Culture solely determines our physical appearance and clothing choices.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a major language spoken in Europe?

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Chinese

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English

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Spanish

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German

Question 4

Which of the following is the most popular religion in the United Kingdom?

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Christianity

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Islam

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Hinduism

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Sikhism

Question 5

What is the concept of believing that one's own culture is superior to all others called?

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Ethnocentrism

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Cultural relativism

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Xenophobia

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Cultural diffusion

Question 6

Which of these is NOT a factor that can influence cultural change?

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Genetics

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Technology

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Migration

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Politics

Question 7

Which of the following is a characteristic of a multicultural society?

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Diversity of cultures

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Shared values

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Low levels of immigration

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Lack of cultural conflict

Question 8

What is the term for the dominant culture in a society?

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Hegemonic culture

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Minority culture

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Subculture

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Counterculture

Question 9

Which of the following languages is spoken by the largest number of people worldwide?

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Mandarin Chinese

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English

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Spanish

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Hindi

Question 10

A culture in which the needs of the group are prioritized over individual needs is known as a:

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Collectivist culture

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Individualist culture

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Hierarchy culture

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Egalitarian culture

Question 11

Which of the following is a sacred site for people of both the Muslim and Christian faiths?

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Jerusalem

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Mecca

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Vatican City

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Lourdes

Question 12

What is the most widely practiced religion in England?

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Christianity

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Buddhism

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Hinduism

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Islam

Question 13

Which of these festivals is traditionally celebrated in Scotland?

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Hogmanay

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Carnival

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Cinco de Mayo

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Oktoberfest

Question 14

What is the name of the native language of Wales?

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Welsh

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Cornish

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Irish Gaelic

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Scottish Gaelic

Question 15

What is the traditional English dance known for its lively steps?

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Morris dancing

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Ballet

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Tango

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Waltz

Question 16

What is the term for when people adopt the customs and beliefs of another culture?

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Acculturation

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Assimilation

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Integration

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Melting pot

Question 17

Which of the following is a primary focus of cultural geography?

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The distribution of cultural traits across space

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The relationship between the physical environment and human behavior

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The political and economic systems of different regions

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The biological adaptations of human populations

Question 18

The term 'culture' refers to:

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A shared set of beliefs, customs, and values

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A specific religious affiliation

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The characteristics of a particular society

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The ethnic identity of a group

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of cultural syncretism?

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The fusion of Japanese art with Western influences

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The spread of Christianity in pre-colonial Africa

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The ongoing presence of traditional beliefs in modern society

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The development of new languages from cultural blending

Question 20

The term 'culture shock' describes:

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The emotional challenges faced when encountering a new culture

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The excitement of exploring a diverse culture

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The disappointment with one's own culture

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The process of fully integrating into a new cultural environment

Question 21

The belief system centered on the reverence of spirits and supernatural beings is:

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Animism

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Atheism

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Theism

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Polytheism

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT considered a major world religion?

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Agnosticism

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Christianity

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Buddhism

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Islam

Question 23

What is the term used to describe a group of people who share a common culture, language, and history?

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Ethnicity

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Nation

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Tribe

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Diaspora

Question 24

What term describes the process by which a minority culture gradually adopts the dominant culture?

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Assimilation

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Acculturation

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Transculturation

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Modernization

Question 25

What term is used to describe a type of language spoken by a small group of people in a specific region?

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Dialect

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Pidgin

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Creole

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Standard language

Question 26

What is the term for a belief system that involves the belief in and worship of multiple gods?

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Polytheism

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Monotheism

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Animism

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Pantheism

Question 27

Which of the following is **not** a major world religion?

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Atheism

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Christianity

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Islam

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Hinduism

Question 28

What is the most commonly spoken language in India?

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Hindi

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English

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Mandarin

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Spanish

Question 29

Which of the following is **not** a reason for the practice of arranged marriages in some cultures?

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To promote romantic love

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To strengthen family ties

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To ensure financial stability

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To preserve cultural traditions

Question 30

Which of the following is **not** a challenge faced by multicultural societies?

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Increased employment opportunities

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Discrimination

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Language barriers

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Cultural misunderstandings

Question 31

The concept of 'cultural relativism' suggests that:

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All cultures are equally valid and should be respected in their own contexts

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One culture is superior to all others

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Cultures should not be compared to each other

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Cultural practices should be judged according to universal ethical standards

Question 32

The academic discipline that focuses on the study of human cultures is:

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Anthropology

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Sociology

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History

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Political Science

Question 33

How does the principle of cultural relativism shape the study of cultural geography?

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It fosters understanding and appreciation for diverse cultural perspectives.

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It demands that geographers judge cultures as inferior or superior to their own.

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It encourages geographers to impose their own cultural values on other cultures.

Question 34

Which of the following is an advantage of using participant observation in cultural geography research?

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Allows researchers to gather firsthand observations and insights

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Ensures researchers remain detached from the research context

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Enables researchers to draw conclusions solely based on quantitative analysis

Question 35

Globalization can have both positive and negative impacts on cultural diversity. Which of the following is a potential challenge that globalization poses to cultural diversity?

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Cultural homogenization and dilution

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Increased cultural awareness and appreciation

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Culture shock and misunderstanding

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a major branch of the Indo-European language family?

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Semitic

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Romance

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Slavic

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Celtic

Question 37

What is the dominant religion in India?

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Hinduism

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Christianity

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Islam

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Buddhism

Question 38

Which of the following is a traditional Japanese theatrical art form?

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Kabuki

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Salsa

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Tango

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Bharatanatyam

Question 39

What lifestyle is characterized by frequent movement and a lack of permanent settlements?

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Nomadic

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Urban

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Rural

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Suburban

Question 40

Which of the following is an example of a worldwide cultural phenomenon?

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The spread of fast food restaurants

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The decline of indigenous languages

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The rise of nationalism

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The growth of traditional crafts

Question 41

What is the primary purpose of a museum?

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To collect and preserve artifacts of historical and cultural significance

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To entertain visitors

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To promote a particular political ideology

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To sell souvenirs

Question 42

What is the ethical responsibility of tourists when visiting a different culture?

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Respect local customs and traditions

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Stay within large tourist groups for safety

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Try to convert locals to their own beliefs

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Spend as much money as possible in the local economy

Question 43

Which option is NOT a widely recognized major world religion?

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Atheism

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Christianity

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Islam

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Buddhism

Question 44

Identify the cultural practice that is unique to Japan.

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Geisha tradition

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Samba dance

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Yoga meditation

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Hip-hop music

Question 45

What does the term 'cultural diffusion' refer to?

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Exchange and spread of cultural characteristics between different regions

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Development of cultural practices within a single area

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Decline of cultural variety in societies shaped by globalization

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Integration of immigrant cultures into a dominant culture

Question 46

What is the process of cultural appropriation?

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Adopting aspects of a culture without understanding or respecting its context

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Borrowing cultural ideas and adapting them to a different context

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Celebrating and promoting cultural diversity

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Preserving cultural heritage for future generations

Question 47

What does the concept of 'ethnocentrism' refer to?

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Believing one's culture is superior to all others

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Respecting and valuing different cultural perspectives

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Avoiding contact with unfamiliar cultures

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Promoting cultural diversity in society

Question 48

Which of the following is a distinctive feature of the Bantu languages?

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They have extensive use of prefixes.

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They are primarily tonal.

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They have predominantly subject-verb-object word order and lack noun classes.

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They have a gender distinction system in their grammar.

Question 49

What is a key aspect of the process of cultural diffusion?

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The spread of ideas and practices from one culture to another

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The static preservation of traditional customs

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The rapid loss of cultural identity

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The absence of resistance to outside influences

Question 50

How does globalization affect cultural diversity?

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Globalization can both spread and change cultural diversity, making cultures more alike in some ways but also more unique in others.

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Globalization only helps cultural diversity grow.

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Globalization has no impact on cultural diversity.

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Globalization makes all cultures the same.

Question 51

What is a language spoken by a small group of people in a particular region called?

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Minority language

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Pidgin language

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Official language

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Global language

Question 52

Which of these DOES NOT help spread cultural ideas?

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Staying apart from other cultures

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People moving from one place to another

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Trading goods with other countries

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Traveling to other countries

Question 53

Wearing a headscarf in some cultures is an example of a:

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Religious custom

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Fashion trend

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Economic activity

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Language difference

Question 54

What is the term for a group within a larger society that keeps its own special traditions and ways of doing things?

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Subculture

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Dominant culture

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Assimilation

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Counterculture

Question 55

Which of these is a traditional art form common in the United Kingdom?

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Ceramics

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Origami

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Sand mandalas

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Kites

Question 56

The festival of lights, Diwali, is mainly celebrated by people who follow which religion?

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Hinduism

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Islam

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Christianity

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Buddhism

Question 57

How can the places where people live tell us about their history and traditions?

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The way people have shaped their surroundings shows how they have lived and changed over time.

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Places only show us how people live now, not in the past.

Question 58

What is it called when people use things from another culture without respecting their meaning?

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Cultural appropriation

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Cultural appreciation

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Cultural diversity

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Cultural exchange

Question 59

How can learning about cultural geography help us build a better world?

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It helps us understand and respect different ways of life, making the world more kind and welcoming.

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It makes one culture more important than others.

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It makes everyone the same.