Vocabulary 1
What is culture
values, beliefs and ways of life shared by a group of people
What is a citizen?
a person who lives in a community or country
What different parts of life are included in culture?
art, dancing, food, songs, religions, stories, customs, languages
What are some countries many early immigrants were from?
China, Ireland and other countries in Europe
How did people travel many years ago?
horse, covered wagon and boat
What is heritage?
a person's background or tradition
What is a pioneer?
a person who settled in wilderness areas
Where can you go to see art from different cultures?
museum
What do immigrants contribute to our culture?
different kinds of music, food, games and art
Why are cars and planes so important in culture?
can visit other places and learn about cultures, can buy and sell things from other cultures
What is tolerance?
accepting differences
What is oral tradition?
stories and poems that are spoken rather than written
What is an example of written art?
poems, stories, songs
What are some holidays from other countries that we celebrate in America?
St. Patrick's Day, Chinese New Year, Dia de Los Muertos
How has technology improved communication?
Can communicate more quickly through calls, texts and emails
What is an ethnic group?
a group of people who share the same culture
What is apartheid?
a system of racial inequality
How is America like a quilt?
it's a blend of cultures
Why is Nelson Mandela such an important person?
he fought against apartheid, racism and discrimination
How has technology improved entertainment?
can create, display and share music, books and movies with people near and far
What are folktales?
a story handed down over the years
What is an artifact?
an object that was used by people in the past
How do some immigrants travel to America?
by foot, boat and plane
What are some things that are important in both South Africa and Peru?
food, dances, religions, celebrations