Effects of Cultural Diffusion

Acculturation

Adopting elements of the prominent culture

People wearing jeans all over the world is an example of…

acculturation.

Acculturation does not mean…

fully adopting a culture.

Assimilation

When a minority group fully adopts the prominent culture

Assimilation can be…

forced.

American Indians being forced to adopt english culture is an example of…

assimilation.

Sycretism

When cultures blend and merge together

A sushi burrito is an example of…

syncretism.

Multiculturalism

Many cultures in a society

Multiculturalism is often because of…

immigration.

Multiculturalism does not mean everyone is…

accepting of all cultures.

The US is an example of…

multiculturalism.