Understanding Material and Non-Material Culture

Pat Johnson, a sociology instructor, discusses material and non-material culture. Material culture includes physical objects like cellphones and cars, while non-material culture encompasses values and norms. Values are beliefs about what is desirable, and norms are rules of conduct. The lecture highlights how these cultural elements vary across societies.

What are the two main types of culture discussed in the lecture?

• Local and Global Culture

• Material and Non-Material Culture

• Historical and Contemporary Culture

• Traditional and Modern Culture

Which of the following is an example of material culture in the United States?

• Social norms

• Cellphones

• Democracy

• Freedom of speech

What does non-material culture primarily consist of?

• Geographical features

• Cultural ideas and practices

• Technological advancements

• Physical objects

Which of the following is considered a value in non-material culture?

• A smartphone

• A house

• A car

• Freedom of assembly

What is an example of a value system in the United States?

• The size of cars

• Democracy and freedom

• The design of houses

• The use of smartphones

How do values influence non-material culture?

• They shape ideas of what is good and bad

• They determine the physical objects used

• They define geographical boundaries

• They dictate technological progress

What are norms in the context of non-material culture?

• Geographical landmarks

• Physical objects created by society

• Rules of conduct in social situations

• Technological innovations

Which of the following would be breaking a social norm in a classroom setting?

• Giving a lecture

• Gossiping about a student

• Discussing the syllabus

• Answering questions

What might be considered inappropriate behavior for a teacher according to social norms?

• Flipping off a student

• Teaching a lesson

• Holding office hours

• Grading assignments

How do cultures differ according to the lecture?

• By their geographical location

• By their historical background

• By their population size

• By their values, norms, and material culture