Symbols, Values & Norms: Crash Course Sociology

The video explores how culture influences everyday actions, such as crossing the street, and distinguishes between material and non-material culture. It discusses the role of language in shaping cultural perceptions, highlighting the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis. The video also examines cultural values, beliefs, and norms, including folkways, mores, and taboos, and how they guide behavior within societies.

How does the video describe the influence of culture on crossing the street?

• Culture influences both material and non-material aspects of street crossing.

• Culture only affects traditional ceremonies.

• Culture is limited to high art and heritage.

• Culture has no impact on everyday actions.

What is an example of material culture mentioned in the video?

• The concept of freedom

• A crosswalk sign

• The belief in democracy

• The idea of liberty

According to the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, how does language affect perception?

• Language is solely a tool for verbal communication.

• Language influences how people perceive the world.

• Language only affects written communication.

• Language has no impact on perception.

What is a key difference between values and beliefs as described in the video?

• Values are cultural standards, while beliefs are specific ideas.

• Values are specific ideas, while beliefs are general standards.

• Values and beliefs are interchangeable terms.

• Values are always written, while beliefs are spoken.

Which type of norm is described as informal and not legally enforced?

• Taboo

• Laws

• Folkways

• Mores

What is an example of a taboo mentioned in the video?

• Cannibalism

• Driving on the left side of the road

• Wearing casual clothes to work

• Speaking loudly in public

How do Western and Eastern cultures differ in their values according to the video?

• Both cultures value collectivism equally.

• Both cultures value individualism equally.

• Western cultures value individualism, Eastern cultures value collectivism.

• Western cultures value collectivism, Eastern cultures value individualism.