World Cultures Exam prep

Ways music influences culture

Teaches us about language, it’s how we celebrate, connects you to others, creates controversy and advances positivity, helps us find our identity.

Theme of Bob Dylan's Masters of War

Critiques the military and government, focusing on profit from war over human life.

Social issues addressed by Tupac’s Changes

Systemic racism and social injustice.

Message promoted in Macklemore’s Same Love

Advocacy for LGBTQ rights and acceptance.

Group of 7

Known for painting Canadian landscapes.

Painter of The Kiss

Gustav Klimt.

Work by Frida Kahlo

Me and My Parrots.

What Banksy is known for

Street art addressing social and political issues.

Differences between North American and European eating habits

Europeans have smaller portions, North Americans favor chain restaurants, Europeans drink more alcohol while North Americans drink more soda.

Health impact of eating too much unhealthy food

Can cause cardiovascular disease.

Ways sports shape culture

Unite people, serve as a universal language, create lasting legacies.

Social issue Colin Kaepernick protested

Police brutality and oppression of Black people.

Feeling of someone who dislikes sports culture

They may feel like an outsider.

Purpose of festivals

To celebrate heritage and pass on traditions.

Influence of music festivals on culture

Express traditions, encourage a sense of community, bring people together.

Important events in Canadian history

Confederation (July 1, 1867), Vimy Ridge (WWI), Women’s suffrage.

Main goal of Buddhism

To achieve enlightenment and reach Nirvana.

Two ethical principles of Buddhism

Non-harming (Ahimsa) and compassion (Karuna).

Event marking start of Christianity as official religion

Emperor Constantine making Christianity the official religion of the Roman Empire.

Three main denominations of Christianity

Catholic, Protestant, and Eastern Orthodox.

Five Pillars of Islam

Shahada, Salah, Zakat, Ramadan Fasting, Hajj.

Importance of Mecca in Islam

It is the holiest city and the birthplace of Prophet Muhammad.

What karma means in Hinduism

Principle of cause and effect, actions affect future lives.

Significance of the Ganges River

Believed to purify sins and help attain salvation.

Symbolism of the Star of David

Connection between God, Israel, and the Torah.

Significance of the Wailing Wall

Place for prayer and reflection, closest accessible site to Holy of Holies.

Main belief in Shintoism

Harmony between humans and nature, guided by Kami spirits.

Symbol of Shintoism and its meaning

Torii Gates mark entrances to shrines and symbolize purification.

Similarity between Hinduism and Buddhism

Both believe in reincarnation.

Difference between Hinduism and Buddhism

Hinduism is polytheistic, Buddhism is non-theistic.

Difference on the Messiah between Christianity and Judaism

Christianity sees Jesus as the Messiah, Judaism does not.

Difference between Sikhism and Shintoism

Sikhism is monotheistic, Shintoism involves Kami spirits.

Canadian cultural norm related to kindness

Waving to drivers when they let you cross the road.

Italian cultural norm related to coffee

Coffee is usually an espresso and is drunk in the café.

Difference between pop culture and high culture

Pop culture is accessible and mainstream, high culture is exclusive and tied to intellectual achievements.

Example of global culture

McDonald's, Coca-Cola, or the iPhone.

Negative effect of gentrification

Can displace long-term residents due to rising rent.

Difference between cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation

Appropriation borrows without permission while appreciation involves respect.

Difference in time management: Monochronic vs. Polychronic cultures

Monochronic focuses on one task at a time; Polychronic handles multiple tasks.

Individualist vs. Collectivist country

Individualist: USA, Collectivist: Japan.

Key similarity between egalitarianism and collectivism

Both emphasize collective well-being over individual gain.

Five permanent members of the UN Security Council

China, Russia, France, the U.S., and the U.K.

Difference between acculturation and assimilation

Acculturation adapts traits while maintaining one's culture; assimilation blends into the host society.

What is cancel culture?

Stopping support for individuals due to offensive actions or opinions.

Example of digital activism

Black Lives Matter.