Cultural Geography Concepts and Terms

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The concept of a cultural landscape refers to which of the following?

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A geographic area, including both natural and human-modified features, that reflects the cultural practices, values, and historical interactions of its inhabitants.

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The term mentifact in cultural geography refers to which of the following?

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An intangible element of culture, such as beliefs, values, or ideas, that defines the ideological or cognitive aspects of a society.

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The term sociofact in cultural geography refers to which of the following? A physical object or artifact that reflects the technological advancements of a society. The organization and structure of a culture A geographical feature or landscape element shaped by cultural practices and human interaction. An intangible belief or idea that represents the ideological foundation of a society. A system of economic activities and trade that facilitates the exchange of goods and services within a culture.

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The organization and structure of a culture

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In the context of cultural geography, what is an artifact?

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A physical object created by humans that reflects the technological, economic, or cultural aspects of a society.

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Which of the following best explains the difference between a cultural realm and a cultural hearth in cultural geography?

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A cultural hearth refers to the geographical origin of specific cultural traits or innovations, while a cultural realm is a larger geographic region defined by shared cultural characteristics across multiple societies.

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Which of the following best explains the difference between cultural relativism and ethnocentrism?

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Cultural relativism seeks to understand and respect other cultures on their own terms, while ethnocentrism judges other cultures based on the standards and values of one’s own culture.

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Which of the following is not a characteristic of a local/traditional culture?
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Strong emphasis on preserving customs and resisting external influences to maintain cultural identity.
High degree of homogeneity in cultural traits, such as language, religion, and social practices.
Rapid diffusion of cultural traits and ideas through mass media and global networks.
Strong ties to a specific geographic area, often emphasizing the importance of place and community.
Reliance on oral traditions and local knowledge to transmit cultural practices across generations.

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Rapid diffusion of cultural traits and ideas through mass media and global networks.

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Which of the following is not a characteristic of global/pop culture?
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Rapid diffusion of cultural traits and practices through mass media, the internet, and global networks.
Heterogeneity in population composition and background
Strong resistance to external influences and a focus on preserving traditional practices unique to a specific community.
Frequent changes and trends influenced by commercial interests and media-driven consumerism.
Dependence on advanced technology and global communication systems for cultural transmission and interaction.

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Strong resistance to external influences and a focus on preserving traditional practices unique to a specific community.

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Which of the following best explains the connection between global cultures and the decline in cultural diversity? Options: The spread of global cultures promotes the revival of endangered languages and traditional practices through increased awareness and media representation., Global cultures encourage homogenization by spreading dominant cultural traits, often marginalizing or replacing local and traditional cultures., Global cultures rely exclusively on traditional knowledge systems, preserving the diversity of cultural practices and beliefs., The expansion of global cultures results in stronger regional identities and resistance to external cultural influences, thereby increasing cultural diversity., Global cultures foster cultural diversity by integrating and valuing unique practices from a variety of local cultures worldwide.

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Global cultures encourage homogenization by spreading dominant cultural traits, often marginalizing or replacing local and traditional cultures.

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Which of the following best defines globalization?

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The movement of people and goods across national borders, resulting in the integration of regional economies and the spread of cultural practices worldwide.