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This article delves into the concept of culture, specifically what defines it and the components that are intrinsic to the culture of the United States. It explores essential cultural traits and characteristics, such as dress, food, values, and beliefs. The piece examines the unique aspects of American identity, including how various groups within the country contribute to a multicultural landscape. By discussing the notion of national identity and the richness of diverse customs, this article offers insight into what makes America distinct.
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Warm- Up 8-28-2012 What is Culture? What Components define culture? What traits define the Culture of the United States?
Culture- the way of life that characterizes a group of people; the beliefs, behaviors, objects, and other characteristics common to members of a particular group or society.Components include dress, food, values and beliefs, religion, language, architecture, music, dance, sports, gender roles, law, education, government, economy, and traditions.
Culture region- a portion of the Earth’s surface that shares common cultural elements; a cultural system prevails.
Culture group- a group of people whose ethnicity, religion, education, or social group share a body of customs, beliefs, social forms, and materials traits.
What makes America America?? • What does a Texan look like to the rest of the world? • How would you recognize a Texan? • What does an American look like? • How would you recognize One? • What makes America America? • Why are we unique? • What words describe our Culture
Cultural Vocabulary • Culture trait- a single element of normal practice in a culture is a culture trait. Examples: fork= chopstick, ball cap= turban • Diversity- being composed of differing elements • Multicultural- places or regions that include many different cultures. U.S.A. • Demographics- statistical study of human populations (size, distribution) • National Identity- regardless of ethnicity, people share common core values, right, and civic responsibilities that define them as a country/nation.
Frayer Model Culture