Definitions
Culture hearths
A place of origin is a source of a new idea or cultural element that influences the development of other areas.
What is the factor that unify a country or group and strengthen its sense of unity and national identity?
What is Centripetal forces
example of Diffusion
Fashion trends move from cities to towns, memes spread quickly online, and food traditions spread through immigration.
Cultural convergence & divergence
refer to the ways cultures interact and change over time
folk culture
Traditional beliefs, customs, and practices are the shared traditions of a small, localized, and homogeneous group, often passed down through generations.
forces that tend to pull a state apart and weaken its unity
What is Centrifugal forces
Example of Colonialism
European colonization of the Americas, Africa, Asia, and settlements in Australia and New Zealand.
Indo-European language family
a large and important group of languages spoken widely across Europe, parts of Asia, and the Americas
Globalization
Technological advancements and increased international trade and communication have led to a growing interconnectedness of economic, cultural, and political aspects of the world.
The idea that a region's landscape and culture are shaped by the influence of many cultures over time.
what is Sequent occupance
Example of Lingua franca
English (globally), French (historically, and still used in some regions), and Swahili (in East Africa).
Dialects
a regional variation of a language, distinguished by unique vocabulary, grammar, and/or pronunciation
Ethnicity
a group of people who share a common cultural background, including traditions, language, history, and religion.
the belief that one's own culture or ethnic group is superior to others, leading to a tendency to judge other cultures based on one's own standards
What is Ethnocentrism
Example of Pidgin language
Nigerian Pidgin and Tok Pisin (Papua New Guinea)
Ethnic vs universalizing religion
Ethnic religions are linked to specific ethnic groups and cultures, while universalizing religions aim for global reach and seek converts.
Diaspora
A group of people lives worldwide but keeps strong ties to their homeland.
the understanding and interpretation of a culture based on its own unique values and beliefs, rather than judging it through the lens of another culture's standards.
What is Cultural relativism
Example of Creole language
Haitian Creole, Louisiana Creole, and Guyanese Creole
Homogenization
The process of places or cultures becoming more similar.