Sociology Chapter 2 & 3
counterculture - correct answer-group that rejects the values, norms, and beliefs of a larger
society
cultural lag - correct answer-some aspects of the culture change less rapidly than others of
the same culture
cultural relativism - correct answer-the belief that cultures should be judged by their own
standards
cultural universals - correct answer-needs that are so basic all societies must develop culture
traits, complexes, and patterns to ensure development
culture - correct answer-all the shared products of human groups; physical objects, beliefs,
values, and behaviors
culture complex - correct answer-cluster of interelated traits (ex: the equipment, rules, and
acts of football)
culture pattern - correct answer-combination of a number of culture complexes into a whole
(ex: the olympic games)
culture trait - correct answer-individual tool, act, or belief that is related to a particular
situation or need (ex: greetings or silverware)
diffusion - correct answer-borrowing ideas, acts, beliefs, and material objects from other
societies (ex: German cars in USA)
efficiency and practicality - correct answer-the extent to which time, effort, or cost is well
used for the intended task or purpose & actual doing something rather than using theories or
ideas
equality and democracy - correct answer-equal in status, rights and opportunities, & a form
of government in which all citizens participate equally
ethnocentrism - correct answer-the tendency to view one's own culture or group as superior
folkways - correct answer-norms w/o great moral significance (ex: not shaking someones
hand when you first meet someone)
formal sanctions - correct answer-sanction given by a formal organization or regulatory body
freedom - correct answer-the power or right to act, think, or speak as one wants without
hindrance or restraint
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