Understanding Culture Through Icebergs

Azaliah and Madeline were discussing why culture is often compared to an iceberg. What is the main reason for this comparison?

• Because it is cold and dangerous

• Because most of it is hidden beneath the surface

• Because it floats in the ocean

• Because it is always moving

Which of the following is an example of the visible part of culture, according to the iceberg metaphor?

• Beliefs

• Language

• Values

• Assumptions

Ruby and Tai are exploring different cultures for their school project. They are curious about what aspects of culture can be easily observed using our five senses. What might they notice?

• Myths and values

• Beliefs and attitudes

• Food, dress, and music

• Assumptions and roles

During a cultural studies class, Madeline and Tai were discussing various elements of culture. Which of the following is NOT typically visible above the surface of the cultural iceberg?

• Traditions

• Laws

• Attitudes

• Architecture

Miller and Chae are discussing cultural differences in their anthropology class. Miller asks, "What links the visible and invisible parts of culture in the iceberg model?"

• Food

• Language

• Climate

• Demographics

Cooper and Olivia are discussing how different cultures are shaped by their belief systems. Which of the following is an example of a belief system influencing a culture?

• The clothes people wear

• The food people eat

• How a society views education and politics

• The architecture of buildings

In Ace and Ruby's school project about different cultures, they are asked to explain what is meant by the 'norms' of a culture. What should they include in their explanation?

• The myths people tell

• The normal behaviours and actions accepted by society

• The food people prefer

• The climate of a region

In Oscar's school, students take on various responsibilities. Which of the following best describes 'roles' in this context?

• The types of food people eat

• The different positions or identities people take on in society

• The climate people live in

• The music people listen to

What are 'concepts' in the context of culture?

• The physical objects people use

• The general ideas and ways people think about things

• The laws of a country

• The climate and geography

In a cultural studies class, Jet and Ruby are discussing what a 'myth' means. According to their textbook, what is a 'myth' in cultural terms?

• A story that is always false

• An old story that contains a deeper truth about reality

• A law that everyone must follow

• A type of food