culture Flashcards
1
Q
What is culture?
A
Culture comes from the latin word “corere” which means to build, to foster, and to cultivate.
2
Q
Structures of Culture
A
Family
Religion
Community/State
3
Q
Characteristics of Culture
A
Culture is learn
Culture is shared
Culture is transmissive
Culture is dynamic
4
Q
Aspects of Culture
A
Transmitted through enculturation
Dynamic, flexible, and adaptive
Shared and contested
Requires language and other forms of communication
5
Q
Aspects of Society
A
Transmitted through socialization
Pattered social interaction
Integrated and at times unstable
