Understanding Culture, Society, and Politics

These flashcards cover key concepts in understanding culture, society, and politics as highlighted in the lecture notes.

What is Society?

A group of people who live together, usually in a specific geographical location.

What is Sociology?

The scientific study of society and human behavior in relation to its environment.

What are the characteristics of society?

Likeness, reciprocal awareness, differences, interdependence, cooperation, conflict.

What does reciprocal awareness refer to?

A sense of belongingness among members of a society.

What is Culture?

The way of life shared by a group of people, including shared knowledge that binds a society.

List the elements of culture.

Language, norms, rituals, values, artifacts.

What are norms in cultural terms?

Standards and expectations for behaving in a society.

What role do rituals play in culture?

They are established procedures and ceremonies that reflect a culture's norms.

How does society relate to culture?

Society is the structure, while culture guides the way people live.

Who described man as a political animal?

Aristotle.

What are the three branches of government?

Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches.

What does the Legislative branch do?

It is authorized to make, alter, and repeal laws.

Who composes the Executive branch?

The President and the Vice President, elected by popular vote.

What is the function of the Judicial branch?

To evaluate laws and settle legal controversies.

What power does the President have regarding laws?

The President can veto laws passed by Congress.

How are the relationships between branches of government described?

Each branch can influence and change acts of the other branches.

What role does politics play in society and culture?

Politics uses power to protect and change the societal structure or cultural practices.

What is an example of a cultural phenomenon?

Food taboos, such as dietary restrictions based on religion.

What is Youth Volunteerism in terms of social behavior?

Involvement of young people in community service and voluntary activities.

What does anthropology study?

The scientific study of humanity, including biological and cultural aspects.

How is sociology relevant to current societal issues?

It identifies behavior patterns and explains social phenomena to address problems.

Define Political Science.

The systematic study of governance using empirical methods to understand political behavior.

What does Political Science evaluate in society?

It evaluates the laws that may be oppressive or abusive towards its subjects.

What example illustrates the intersection of anthropology, sociology, and political science?

Understanding how human behavior is influenced by cultural, social, and political factors.

What does 'seeing the general in the particular' mean in sociology?

Interpreting broad trends from specific examples or cases.

What are artifacts in terms of culture?

Material objects that form a society's material culture.

What did the 'padino system' in the case studies represent?

A social phenomenon demonstrating corrupt practices for personal gain.

What does 'mobile gaming' reflect in terms of cultural change?

Changing engagement of youth with technology and social interaction.

Why is understanding human behavior important in Political Science?

To advocate for better political conduct and improve society.

What importance do values hold in culture?

Values involve judgments of good and bad, shaping societal norms.

What does the concept of self-identity through social location involve?

Classifying oneself based on factors like race, gender, and social class.