Question 1

There is a new nurse starting work at the General Hospital today.The head of staffing can't tell from the name if the nurse is male or female.The head of staffing automatically refers to the new nurse as she before meeting them.What is this an example of?

Accepted Answer

This is an example of our gender expectations as they relate to profession, where certain jobs, like nursing, are stereotypically associated with one gender over another.

Question 2

Which perspective is most effective for highlighting how culture can perpetuate inequalities?

Accepted Answer

The conflict perspective is most effective for highlighting how culture can perpetuate inequalities. This is because the conflict perspective focuses on the struggle for power between different groups in society, and how these groups may use cultural beliefs and practices to justify their social positions or maintain control over others. In this view, culture can reinforce inequality by promoting certain values, norms, and beliefs that benefit those in power and marginalize those who are not.

Question 3

According to the text,in which of the following would you be participating in material culture?

Accepted Answer

Building shelter is a form of material culture because it involves the creation of physical objects that serve a practical purpose.

Question 4

The national anthem is a form of what?

Accepted Answer

The national anthem is a form of positive ethnocentrism because it celebrates and praises the culture and national identity of a particular country. Ethnocentrism refers to the belief in the superiority of one's own culture or ethnicity, and in this case, the national anthem promotes the superiority of the nation and its values.

Question 5

"Popular culture is created by powerful corporations in the same way that any other product or service is produced." This statement best reflects which perspective?

Accepted Answer

The statement suggests that popular culture is a product that is created by corporations, which reflects a conflict perspective that emphasizes the role of power and inequality in social relationships.

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a cultural universal?

Accepted Answer

Incest is not a cultural universal as it is prohibited in many cultures and considered taboo. The other choices, hairstyle, dancing, and folklore, are cultural universals found in various forms in different cultures around the world.

Question 7

Which statement is NOT true with respect to Indigenous languages in Canada?

Accepted Answer

While Indigenous stories can certainly be translated into other languages, they are traditionally passed down in their original Indigenous languages.

Question 8

Which of the following reflects the Hutterites of Western Canada?

Accepted Answer

The Hutterites of Western Canada believe that communal living is necessary, and they live in communal colonies where they share resources and labor. They do not attempt to achieve complete isolation from the wider society and do use modern machinery and equipment. While they do have their own unique culture and way of life, they are not necessarily a counterculture to the wider society.

Question 9

What kind of law deals with disputes between persons or groups?

Accepted Answer

Civil law deals with disputes between persons or groups, usually dealing with issues such as contracts, property, and family law. Criminal law deals with crimes and offenses against society as a whole. Informal and formal are not types of law, but rather refer to the level of seriousness or severity of a legal proceeding.

Question 10

Suppose you were a conflict theorist.Which of the following statements are you most likely to make?

Accepted Answer

Conflict theorists focus on power dynamics and social control, and would likely view language as a tool used by dominant groups to maintain power and control over others.

Question 11

Tim's family usually watches TV in their leisure time,and on special occasions they might go to a hockey game.Leena's family goes to the opera for fun or plays tennis at a private club.What does Leena's family have more of,according to Bourdieu?

Accepted Answer

Bourdieu's theory of cultural capital suggests that individuals and families develop a set of cultural knowledge, behaviors, and skills that signal their social status and cultural sophistication. Leena's family's choice of activities, such as attending the opera and playing tennis at a private club, suggests they have more cultural capital than Tim's family, who primarily watches TV for leisure.

Question 12

Canadians may believe that they are law abiding,but will routinely fail to wear a seat belt or to slow down in school zones.What does this demonstrate?

Accepted Answer

The fact that Canadians may believe in being law-abiding, but fail to wear a seatbelt or slow down in school zones, demonstrates a discrepancy between their ideal culture (what they believe they should do) and their real culture (what they actually do).

Question 13

Tim is dusting and starts to sneeze.What is this an example of?

Accepted Answer

Sneezing in response to dust is a reflex action, meaning it is an automatic response to a specific stimulus.

Question 14

Cynthia has been practising her golf swing and her tennis serve.She believes this will further her career in law.What does her behaviour represent?

Accepted Answer

Cynthia's behaviour represents an attempt to acquire cultural capital, which refers to the non-financial social assets that enable upward mobility in society. By pursuing activities such as golf and tennis, which are associated with affluent and prestigious social circles, Cynthia may be seeking to gain cultural capital that will help advance her career in law.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT an example of a counterculture?

Accepted Answer

The Hutterites are a religious group that lives in communal colonies and focuses on living a simple lifestyle based on their beliefs. While they may differ from mainstream culture, they are not considered a counterculture as they do not actively reject or oppose the dominant culture. The other options all represent groups or movements that actively opposed mainstream culture to varying degrees.

Question 16

Laura believes in always being honest,but she lies to her parents.What is this an example of?

Accepted Answer

This is an example of a gap between ideal culture (what Laura believes in) and real culture (her actions). Although Laura believes in always being honest, she is not practicing what she preaches and is lying to her parents, which goes against her ideal culture.

Question 17

In 2001,a 12-year-old Sikh boy was banned from carrying his kirpan (a ceremonial dagger worn under his clothing)to school.Why did the Supreme Court uphold his right to carry his kirpan?

Accepted Answer

The Supreme Court upheld the Sikh boy's right to carry his kirpan as it demonstrated respect for freedom of religion and protection of minorities. The kirpan is a religious symbol for Sikhs and is an important component of their faith. Allowing him to wear it was a recognition of his right to practice his religion freely.

Question 18

Newfoundland is known for its distinctive set of cultural beliefs,language,music,and foods.In Canada,what is Newfoundland an example of?

Accepted Answer

Newfoundland has its own unique cultural characteristics that make it a subculture within the larger Canadian society. It is not actively opposing the dominant culture (counterculture) or seeking to radically change it (contraculture). There is also no significant ethnic divide within Newfoundland itself.

Question 19

With regard to the discussion of cultural change in the text,the latest version of the Apple iPad is an example of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The latest version of the Apple iPad exemplifies how most technological changes are modifications of existing technology, rather than entirely new inventions. This reflects the iterative nature of technological development, where improvements and updates are made on pre-existing devices.

Question 20

Which of the following statements best defines instinct?

Accepted Answer

Instinct refers to a behavior that is biologically determined in a species and is common to all members of that species. It is often described as an innate, unlearned behavior that is a result of the species' genetics and evolutionary history.

Quiz 3: Culture