Elements of Culture
Many Americans celebrate Thanksgiving in November. Thanksgiving is an example of which element of culture?
Tradition
Language, religion, food, and clothing are all examples.
Elements of culture
This religion follows the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Christianity
On December 25, people around the world celebrate this Christian holiday.
Christmas
It is very common for people in the United States to shake hands when greeting each other. Shaking hands is an example of which element of culture?
Custom
The feeling that something is true or that something exists.
Belief
Followers of this religion read the Torah and worship in synagogues.
Judaism
This large country in South Asia celebrates Diwali, the Festival of Lights.
India
What is a strongly held belief that something is important or acceptable?
Value
Paintings, songs, and dances are examples of this form of culture.
Art/Entertainment
Breaking the fast during Ramadan is part of this religion’s culture.
Islam
This American holiday celebrates the country’s independence.
4th of July
What is a group of people who live in organized communities with common laws, traditions, and values?
Society
What is the spread of culture from one place to another called?
Cultural diffusion
This religion began in India and teaches about karma and reaching enlightenment.
Buddhism
People wear green and celebrate Irish culture on this March holiday.
St. Patrick's Day
This element of culture explains how people in a society are grouped to create order, determine jobs, and a chain of command.
Social Organization
This element of culture creates laws, establishes order, and controls the place it presides in.
Government
People who follow this ancient religion believe in many gods such as Vishnu and Shiva.
Hinduism
This December holiday celebrates African heritage with candles, colors, and the seven principles.
Kwanzaa