Question 1

Global interactions are considered to be ______; culture and social identities are considered to be ______.

Accepted Answer

Global interactions are considered to be outside-in because they influence societies from the outside, while culture and social identities are considered to be inside-out because they emanate from within a society or group.

Question 2

The renaming of Calcutta to Kolkata and Bombay to Mumbai is an example of ______.

Accepted Answer

The renaming of Calcutta to Kolkata and Bombay to Mumbai reflects a reassertion of national identity, as these names are more closely aligned with the local languages and cultural heritage, moving away from colonial-era names.

Question 3

Select the most appropriate definition of culture from the following options.

Accepted Answer

Culture is broadly defined as the traditions and customs, which are learned and influence the beliefs and behaviors of people within a society. This definition encompasses the wide range of elements that can constitute culture without limiting it to specific aspects such as religion or ethnicity alone.

Question 4

Social identity does not include ______.

Accepted Answer

Social identity includes aspects like ethnicity, religion, and gender, which are significant parts of an individual's self-concept derived from perceived membership in social groups. Beauty, however, is considered a physical attribute rather than a component of social identity.

Question 5

Scholars refer to the notion of ______ (people of the same group) or ______ (people of a different group) when discussing social identity.

Accepted Answer

The correct terms are "in-groups" for people of the same group and "out-groups" for people of a different group, as these are commonly used in discussions of social identity.

Question 6

Jane was raised in West Virginia and thinks of herself as an Appalachian. When she travels from Atlanta to Morgantown, while maintaining her Appalachian identity, she goes from being ______.

Accepted Answer

When Jane travels from Atlanta (where she may be considered part of an out-group due to her Appalachian identity) to Morgantown (within West Virginia, her home region), she moves from being seen as an outsider to being part of the in-group, where her Appalachian identity is shared and likely celebrated.

Question 7

How does information and communications technology influence culture?

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

Compared to decades before, people can access information, ideas, songs, and so on much more quickly; trends spread around the world in days, rather than months. This is an example of which global force's influence on culture?

Accepted Answer

The rapid spread of information, ideas, songs, and trends around the world is primarily facilitated by advancements in information and communication technology (ICT), such as the internet and mobile devices, which allow for instant global communication and access to information.

Question 9

The internationalization of entertainment and sport, with the NBA and Justin Bieber being recognized in nearly all corners of the global, is an example of which global force's influence on culture?

Accepted Answer

The internationalization of entertainment and sport is driven by global markets, as they facilitate the distribution and consumption of cultural products worldwide, allowing entities like the NBA and Justin Bieber to gain global recognition.

Question 10

For international studies as a discipline, which identities are most salient?

Accepted Answer

International studies as a discipline often focuses on various identities that influence global interactions and perceptions. These include national, ethnic, religious, gender, and class identities, as they significantly impact international relations, politics, economics, and cultural exchanges.

Question 11

______ is described as a social identity constituted by membership in a national group.

Accepted Answer

National identity is described as a social identity constituted by membership in a national group, reflecting a sense of belonging or connection to a nation.

Question 12

______ refers to the attitudes and emotions that individuals experience in reference to their national identity.

Accepted Answer

Nationalism is the term that best describes the attitudes and emotions individuals experience in relation to their national identity. It encompasses the sense of belonging to a nation, including the emotional and psychological ties individuals have towards their country.

Question 13

Campaigns for nationalist parties in Europe often evoke nationalism by ______.

Accepted Answer

Nationalist parties often focus on fears of immigration and the perceived threat to national identity to rally support and evoke nationalism.

Question 14

______ refers to desire for self-determination, the desire for a state of one's own.

Accepted Answer

Nationalism is the political ideology and movement characterized by the promotion of the interests of a particular nation, especially with the aim of gaining and maintaining the nation's sovereignty (self-governance) over its homeland. This includes the desire for self-determination and often manifests in the pursuit of creating or maintaining a state of one's own.

Question 15

______ is defined as "named human population with myths of common ancestry, shared historical memories, one or more elements of common culture, a link with a homeland and a sense of solidarity among at least some of its members."

Accepted Answer

Ethnicity is defined as a named human population with myths of common ancestry, shared historical memories, one or more elements of common culture, a link with a homeland, and a sense of solidarity among at least some of its members.

Question 16

In recent decades, social scientists have started to use the term ______ to indicate that the construction of groups is rooted in society and history, as opposed to previous generations of social scientists who often referred to ______ and biology to categorize groups.

Accepted Answer

The term "ethnicity" is used to indicate that the construction of groups is rooted in society and history, contrasting with previous generations' focus on "race" and biology to categorize groups. This reflects a shift towards understanding identity as socially constructed rather than biologically predetermined.

Question 17

Shared identities, through their influence on ______ and ______, play an important role in ensuring a well-functioning state.

Accepted Answer

Shared identities foster a sense of trust and cooperation among members of a community or state, which are crucial for a well-functioning state. Trust enables individuals to rely on one another, while cooperation facilitates collective action towards common goals.

Question 18

The conflicts in Northern Ireland and Yugoslavia are examples of how ______ identity can create tensions that manifest into war.

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

That women might perceive a business or classroom environment very differently from men, and vice versa; and men and women might experience risk and security very differently, is evidence of which type of identity?

Accepted Answer

These differences in perception and experience based on sex are related to gender identity, which encompasses the roles, behaviors, activities, and attributes that a given society considers appropriate for men and women.

Question 20

______ is defined as "a social identity in which belonging is determined by a grouping based on economic status."

Accepted Answer

Class identity is the correct term for a social identity where belonging is determined by economic status. This concept is rooted in the idea that one's class, often determined by income, occupation, education, and wealth, significantly influences their social experiences and identity.

Quiz 5: Social Identities and Culture: Shaping Interactions at the Individual and Societal Levels

Global interactions are considered to be ; culture and social identities are considered to be .