Material Culture
Folkway, Mores, or Taboo?
Cultural Symbols
What does it represent?
Norms
100
An abaya
What is material culture?
100
This act is considered a serious violation of moral and ethical standards in most societies, often associated with legal consequences.
What is stealing? - Mores
100
This Canadian symbol is prominently featured on the country's flag and is often associated with its national identity.
What is the Maple Leaf?
100
What is stop?
100
In many Western cultures, this is the standard direction for shaking hands (right or left handed).
What is right handed?
200
The Taj Mahal
What is material culture?
200
Once a common etiquette in North America, this practice of removing a specific item of clothing while at the dining table has become less observed, especially in casual settings.
What is removing a hat?
200
A symbol of strength and good luck in Chinese culture, this mythical creature is often featured in celebrations.
What are dragons?
200
What is 'save'?
200
In some parts of India, this is a traditional way of greeting, involving pressing the palms together with a slight bow.
What is Namaste.
300
The Highland Games
What is non-material culture?
300
In Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Kenya it is common to only eat with this hand.
What is the right hand? - Folkway
300
A traditional Japanese garment, it symbolizes the country's cultural heritage and is known for its elegance and variety. 
What is a kimono?
300
In Chinese culture, the color red is often used in festivals and weddings to represent this.
What is good luck or happiness?
300
In Sweden it would be considered rude to not take these off before entering someone's house.
What are shoes?
400
Festival du Voyageur
What is non-material culture?
400
In many cultures, it's considered rude to engage in this loud activity on your phone while in public spaces like restaurants or public transport.
What is speaking loudly or having speakerphone conversations?
400
Constructed from stones or boulders, this structure is a traditional symbol of the Inuit, used historically for navigation, as a point of reference, a marker for travel routes, or to mark sacred places." 
What is an inukshuk?
400
In American culture, the Bald Eagle represents this concept, central to the nation's identity.
What is freedom?
400
In many Middle Eastern countries, this hand is traditionally used for eating and handling objects, while the other is considered unclean for these purposes.
What is the right hand?
500
Smudging
What is non-material?
500
In various cultures, the practice of eating this specific animal is taboo due to religious or cultural beliefs.
What is a cow (in Hindu culture) or a pig (in Islamic and Jewish cultures)?
500
Originating from Russia, these ornate nesting dolls are a popular symbol of folk culture, known for containing smaller dolls within.
What is a Matryoshka?
500
The Olive Branch, often seen in ancient Greek and Mediterranean art, represents this universal concept.
What is peace?
500
This global health norm, emphasized during the COVID-19 pandemic, involves personal hygiene to prevent the spread of illnesses.
What is handwashing or using hand sanitizer?
600
Democracy
What is non-material?
600
In Singapore there is a law against this, meant to keep public spaces clean.
What is chewing gum? - Mores
600
This fabric, known for its colorful and geometric designs, is significant in West African culture, especially in Ghana and Nigeria
.
What is Kente cloth?
600
This dance, originating in Argentina, represents passion and is often associated with dramatic movements
What is the tango?
600
In this European country, it's a norm to greet people with two cheek kisses, starting on the left.
What is France?
700
This practice, involving the refusal to harm any living beings, is a significant moral principle in religions like Jainism and Buddhism.
What is non-violence? - Mores
700
This sacred item, often used in ceremonies by the Anishinaabe people, is a symbol of respect and is believed to carry prayers to the Creator.
What is a feather?
700
In Japanese culture, the Cherry Blossom, or 'Sakura', symbolizes this transient aspect of life.
What is the fleeting nature of beauty or life?
700
This global norm involves waiting in line for your turn, commonly practiced in public places like stores or ticket counters.
What is queuing/lining up?