Cultural Universal

cultural universal

A cultural universal is an element, pattern, trait, or institution that is common to all human cultures worldwide.

clothing civilization example

our civilization's clothing includes thin waterproof clothing, wet suits, and scuba gear for breathing underwater. we've created designer seaweed clothing.

communications civilization example

our civilization's communications is pictures based. we talk on shell phones. sign language is used if our technology fails.

economics civilization example

our civilization's economics trades underwater jewels for land items. seashells and electronic currency are our sources of money. we are gatherers of fish primarily. We have an ocean guard watch.

education civilization example

our civilization's education is provided to everyone. school starts at 10 and goes for 8 years using a camp format. kids go to outdoor ed as well as learn to swim, hunt and survival skills.

family civilization example

our civilization's family allows marriages. kids go to college and young children are cared for by nannies. Seniors above 70 are considered wise.

food civilization example

our civilization's food includes fish and freeze dried items. we only hunt what we need and freeze it right away.

govt civilization example

our civilization's government has a dictator for two years and is a democracy. Laws are created by a council of decisions.

law civilization example

our civilization's laws protect children and provide education. Disputes are handled in court.

performing arts civilization example

our civilization's performing arts uses slow dance to dance with sea creatures. Our sacred dance is "dance of the cod." seasonal theatre performances are shown on the shell stage as a projector shows what the actors are saying. we have a national anthem and sing by blowing bubbles.

recreation civilization example

our civilization's recreation includes hobbies such as dolphin back riding. we meet in a common area for events such as parades and parties.

religion/spirituality civilization example

our civilization's religion/spirituality is not free. We worship cod fish. when relaxed, we are able to feel the spirits.

shelter civilization example

our civilization's shelter includes houses made of tinted glass and metal. waste is shot to land using water pressure.

sports civilization example

our civilization's sports include swimming, wrestling, sea creature races and rodeo. Some of these sports are done for physical activity, competitively or professionally. Every four years, an underwater olympic games occur to identify the top athletes.

technology civilization example

our civilization's technology is covered by plastic. We've created gills and our eyes light up to make it easier to be underwater. we have weighted shoes so we can walk on the bottom of the ocean. we use googles, sonar and sensors to explore caves.

transportation civilization example

our civilization's transportation includes buses, submarines and boats. we also use jetpacks, hoverboards and teleportation rooms to get around.

visual arts civilization example

our civilization's visual arts are made from underwater items such as seaweed. our paintings move and are projected in the water.

clothing

the cultural universal of clothing examines what type of clothing and jewelry is worn. What do people do with their hair?

communications

the cultural universal of communications examines the number system. Is language written or spoken? Are records kept on paper, orally, on clay tablets, or electronically?

economics

the cultural universal of economics examines if jobs exists, what type of money is used and if trade occurs.

education

the cultural universal of education examines the school system and rites of passage.

family

the cultural universal of family examines what family groups are and if marriage exists. What are the coming of age rituals?

food

the cultural universal of food examines if hunting or gathering is used. Is there farming or is mass production of food used?

government

the cultural universal of government examines the leadership of a civilization and how rules are made. Is there a single leader or a council? Is there a monarchy or democratic government? How are laws made?

law

the cultural universal of law examines the how laws are connected to the environment. Who enforces the laws and are there punishments for breaking laws? Is there a court system, police force or military?

performing arts

the cultural universal of performing arts examines dance, drama and music.

recreation

the cultural universal of recreation examines how people use their leisure time.

religion/spirituality

the cultural universal of religion/spirituality examines the beliefs about the unknown. What are the specific practices and celebrations? What are the death rituals?

shelter

the cultural universal of shelter examines building types and what materials are used.

sports

the cultural universal of sports examines the various types of physical activities and if there are organized competitions.

technology

the cultural universal of technology examines if machines are used and if manufacturing exists.

transportation

the cultural universal of transportation examines what types of vehicles are used.

visual arts

the cultural universal of visual arts examines paintings, sculptures, and other types of crafts.