Understanding Culture, Society, and Politics - Quarter 1 Final Reviewer

A comprehensive vocabulary review of the core concepts, elements, major aspects, and characteristics of culture and society from the UCSP Quarter 1 handout.

Etymology

The study of the origin and historical development of words, explaining linguistic roots and evolution of meaning.

Cultura / Colere

The Latin root words for culture, meaning "cultivate" or "cultivated land".

Culture (Broad Definition)

The entire way of life of a specific group of people.

E.B. Tylor's Definition of Culture

"That complex whole which includes knowledge, belief, art, morals, law, custom, and any other capabilities and habits acquired by man as a member of society."

Beliefs

Specific ideas or tenets that people accept and hold as true.

Practices

Actions and behaviors that people regularly perform or engage in.

Values

Culturally defined standards that people use to decide what is desirable, good, or beautiful.

Attitudes

Refers to how individuals evaluate, think, or feel about specific things or situations.

Laws

Formal, official rules constructed and enforced by legal authorities or government.

Norms

Unwritten rules, expectations, and standard guidelines for appropriate social behavior.

Artifacts

Physical objects, tools, and material creations produced by human technology.

Symbols

Anything that carries a particular meaning recognized by people who share a culture.

Knowledge

The body of information, skills, and understanding passed down across generations.

Material Culture

Physical objects, resources, technology, and spaces like traditional food, native clothing, and architecture used to define a culture.

Non-Material Culture

Abstract, non-physical human creations such as beliefs, religion, language, traditions, and performing arts that shape society.

Dynamic Culture

A characteristic where culture is not static and constantly transforms in response to environmental, technological, and societal shifts.

Progressive Culture

A characteristic where culture evolves to enhance human life through continuous improvement and social advancement.

Humanistic Culture

A characteristic where culture places intrinsic value on people, upholding human rights and dignity within a community.

Independent Culture

Culture that maintains indigenous integrity and remains resilient against external influences that erode distinct identity.

Equitable Culture

Ensures all members of society, including marginalized sectors, have fair and equal access to participate in and develop cultural life.

Republic Act No. 7356 (RA 7356)

The law creating the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), enacted and approved on April 3, 1992.

Ethnocentrism

The practice of evaluating and judging another culture solely by the values, norms, and standards of one's own culture.

Cultural Relativism

The belief that a culture's beliefs, values, and practices should be understood from the viewpoint of that culture itself.