Culture and the Iceberg

Everyone has culture

• True
• False

Culture is simple and not complex.

• True
• False

Most aspects of culture can be observed.

• True
• False

What percentage of the iceberg is actually below the water line?

• 1-2%
• 20-30%
• 80-90%
• 100%

Because most of culture is below the water line...

• we can get to know cultures quickly
• we will learn about cultures slowly, over time

Which is an observable feature of culture?

• religious beliefts
• beliefs about hospitality
• the role of family
• foods

Which is an observable feature of culture?

• music
• religious beliefs
• work ethic
• rules of polite behavior

Which is an unobservable feature of culture?

• child-raising beliefs
• gestures
• language
• dancing

Which is an unobservable feature of culture?

• clothing
• facial expressions
• housing
• concept of time

When we get to know someone from a culture, we should always dig deeper.

• True
• False