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Module 1- Background (Introduction) To The Course  Flashcards

Unit 1: Definitions and Concept of Culture. Unit 2: Importance of Culture. Unit 3: Functions of Culture. Unit 4: Features of Culture. Unit 5: Types of Culture.  (66 cards)

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What is the origin of the word ‘culture’?

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The word ‘culture’ comes from the Latin word ‘cultura’ related to cult or worship.

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In its broadest sense, what does culture refer to?

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Culture refers to the result of human interaction.

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List aspects that are considered parts of culture.

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  • Food * Clothes * Language * Religion * Customs * Traditions * Festivals * Art * Music * Literature * Architecture * Philosophy * Science
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What is the significance of culture in human life?

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Culture is what makes us human and gives meaning to our lives.

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What are the implications of culture for self-realization?

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Studying our culture helps us understand ourselves better and boosts our self-respect.

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True or False: Culture is merely an ornament to human life.

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False

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What is one role of culture in preserving heritage?

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Culture helps us maintain our heritage through traditions, language, and customs.

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Fill in the blank: Culture consists of patterns of behavior that are acquired and transmitted by _______.

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[symbols]

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How does culture instill moral values?

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Culture provides knowledge and beliefs that help individuals become responsible members of society.

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What are the six geo-political zones of Nigeria?

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  • North-central * North-east * North-west * South-east * South-west * South-south
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What major ethnic groups are found in Nigeria?

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  • Hausa * Igbo * Yoruba
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What is the population of Nigeria as of November 5, 2022?

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About 218,087,726 people.

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What are the two main seasons in Nigeria?

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  • Rainy season * Dry season
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What is the capital city of Nigeria?

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Abuja

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List some rich cultural festivals in Nigeria.

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  • Argungu fishing festival * Calabar carnival * New yam festival * Eyo festival * Durbar festival
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How does culture contribute to better health and well-being?

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Participation in culture improves mental and physical health.

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What is one way culture can create job opportunities?

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Cultural festivals require traditional attire, creating demand for artisans and vendors.

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What is the role of culture in building vibrant communities?

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Culture fosters social solidarity and civic pride through communal activities.

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How does culture beautify towns and cities?

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Cultural artworks and monuments enhance the aesthetic appeal of urban areas.

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What is a consequence of neglecting cultural traditions?

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It may lead to a loss of identity and heritage.

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What is the total area of Nigeria?

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923,768 square kilometers.

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What is the environmental problem faced by northern Nigeria since the 1970s?

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Desert encroachment and desertification.

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What does the term culture encompass?

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Culture encompasses all ways of life, including arts, beliefs, institutions, and customs.

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What are the characteristics of culture?

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  • Dynamic * Shared * Learned * Symbolic * Integrated * Adaptive
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Fill in the blank: Culture teaches us the real meaning of _______.
[life]
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What is one way culture helps safeguard future generations?
Cultural traditions pass down valuable knowledge and values.
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How does culture influence individual behavior?
Culture controls and directs behavior and life through established norms and values.
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What does culture provide us with in terms of living?
Design for living ## Footnote Culture is learned and acquired, functioning as a guide for behavior and lifestyle.
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List the functions of culture.
* Influences behavior * Provides patterns for biological and socio-cultural demands * Ensures cooperation among individuals * Offers ready-made definitions of situations * Aids in predicting human behavior * Acts as a means of social control * Defines myths, legends, and the supernatural
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What are the features of culture?
* Government * Religion * Arts and literature * Customs and traditions * Language * Social organization * Economic system
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Define government in the context of culture.
A group of people with authority to govern a country or state ## Footnote Governments institute culture by making and enforcing laws.
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What is the role of religion in culture?
Belief in and worship of superhuman powers that create moral frameworks ## Footnote Religion shapes cultural norms and practices.
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What are material cultures?
Physical or tangible objects produced and used by a society ## Footnote Examples include tools, clothing, and artifacts.
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What are non-material cultures?
Intangible or abstract things produced and used by a society ## Footnote Examples include customs, ideas, and values.
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What does it mean that culture is learned?
Culture is acquired socially and not inherited biologically ## Footnote Individuals learn cultural practices through social interactions.
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How is culture described as social?
It is a product of society developed through social interaction ## Footnote Culture is shared among individuals within a community.
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What does it mean for culture to be transmitted?
Culture is passed from one generation to the next ## Footnote This transmission occurs through language and socialization.
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What is the characteristic of culture regarding continuity?
Culture is a continuous process flowing from generation to generation ## Footnote It evolves over time while retaining core elements.
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Define norms in the context of culture.
Formal and informal rules regarding acceptable behavior ## Footnote Norms guide individuals on right and wrong conduct.
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What are the two types of norms?
* Formal norms (mores and laws) * Informal norms (folkways and customs)
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What role do symbols play in culture?
Symbols stand for something else and evoke reactions ## Footnote They facilitate social interaction and communication.
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What is the significance of language in culture?
Language is a set of symbols and rules for communication ## Footnote It is crucial for social interaction and cultural identity.
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What is the definition of economic system in culture?
A system of production, allocation, and distribution of goods and services ## Footnote It is integral to understanding cultural practices and livelihoods.
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True or False: Culture is static and does not change over time.
False ## Footnote Culture is dynamic and undergoes changes with time and context.
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What does it mean for culture to be integrated?
Cultural aspects are interconnected and influence each other ## Footnote Development of culture involves the integration of various parts.
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What is the significance of language in communication?
Language is crucial to communication and a society's culture.
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How do children learn language?
Children learn language from their culture, alongside values, norms, habits, and gestures.
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What unique capacity do humans have that other animal species do not?
Humans have a capacity for language.
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Define 'ritual'.
A religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order.
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What is the purpose of the Iria Ritual?
To prepare young girls for marriage.
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What traditional practice is associated with the Iria Ritual?
Young girls undergo inspection for virginity and visit a fattening room.
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What does the Iwa Akwa ritual signify?
A young boy's initiation into manhood.
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What is a key component of the Iwa Akwa ceremony?
A high-quality George wrapper is purchased and blessed.
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What does the Sharo ritual celebrate?
The bravery and endurance of young men transitioning to manhood.
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What is the cultural significance of values?
Values involve judgments of what is good or bad and dictate desirable behavior.
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List some cultural values common in Nigeria.
* Integrity * Respect for elders * Honesty * Patriotism * Charity * Freedom * Equality * Justice * Individualism * Accountability
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What are artifacts?
Material objects that constitute a society's material culture.
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What do artifacts represent?
Cultural identity, history, and heritage of a group of people.
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Give examples of artifacts in Nigerian culture.
* Nok terracotta pieces * Benin Bronze * Ife bronze head * Esie soap stones * Oron monoliths * Ivory carvings from Benin * Igbo ukwu arts
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What role do artifacts play in national identity?
Artifacts depict the cultural identity of their people and represent their history.
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True or False: All cultures have artifacts that represent their cultural identity.
True
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Fill in the blank: Values shape a culture's _______.
[norms]
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What is a common belief associated with the Iria ritual regarding childbirth?
It was believed that not undergoing the ritual would make it difficult to have a child.
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What is a key characteristic of the Sharo ritual?
Young men are flogged to prove their endurance.
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How are cultural values passed down?
Through generations by ancestors.
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What does the wrapper symbolize in the Iwa Akwa ritual?
Coverage and the transition from childhood to adulthood.

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