Chapter 4 test
what trend are prominent in terms of the diffusion of tv and the internet
As time goes on The internet and television diffuses greatly to other parts of the world but start primarily in the United states
describe the diffusion of soccer
Beginning in the late 1800s, the British exported association football around the world, first to continental Europe and then to other countries.
Describe malware
virus designed to cause intentional harm this is most common in russia china and certain parts of South America
what countries is cricket most popular in
India, Southwest Asia, and Africa
describe the new england style house
box shaped , with a central hall
How is Folk Culture Distributed
A combination of local physical and cultural factors
habit
A repetitive act performed by a particular individual
what country's is ice hockey most popular in
Canada, United States, Russia ,and northern Euroupe
what countries is lacrosse most popular in
Canada, and northeast USA
how are material in folk houses unique
Distinctive environmental and cultural features influence the provision of housing in folk cultures.
How and why is the concept of uniform landscapes utilized by fast-food restaurants?
Fast food restaurants are franchises and as they spread those franchises of the same company replace folk culture
what are the characteristics folk music
Folk songs may tell a story or convey information about life-cycle events, such as birth, death, and marriage, or environmental features, such as agriculture and climate.
Where does folk culture originate?
In unknown hearths on unknown dates *May have multiple hearths
what countries is baseball most popular in
North America, Caribbean, and Japan
Describe the use of social media worldwide.
Not every country has access to the same socal media websites as other countries
how does clothing style indicate the influence of the environment on folk culture
People wear different shoes for different climates, and other environmental factors
How is popular culture distributed?
Popular culture is distributed widely across many countries, with little regard for physical factors.
how does popular culture originate?
Popular culture is typically traceable to a specific person or corporation in a particular place
how does the diffusion of popular culture affect the way people dress
The diffusion of popular culture is causing many people to ignore local norms and instead dress to the trends
custom
The frequent repetition of an act, to the extent that it becomes characteristic of the group of people performing the act.
How is popular culture diffused?
This is fast-moving, large-scale, mainly hierarchically diffused.
How is Folk culture diffused
This is slow-moving, small-scale, mainly through relocation diffusion.
describe urban culture
Urban spaces, characterized by concentrations of wealth, migration, and diverse ethnic groups, may value more progressive forms of popular culture.
why is televison a significant element of culture
Watching TV is the most popular leisure activity in the world
describe cyber espionage
a Virus created to destroy or observe important information from governments and is by far most popular in the United states
describe ransomware
a form of malware that makes files inaccessible until a ransom has been paid and is most popular in russian areas, and India
Why do developing nations view television as a new source of cultural imperialism?
because most TV implements American ideas and cultures that don't align with certain developing countries culture
what are food preferences strongly influenced by
cultural traditions
how does folk music originate
folk songs usually originate anonymously and are transmitted orally
what influences the spatial distribution of wine
environmental and cultural influences
what is the worlds largest social networking site
what is fake news
fake news false, often sensational, report disseminated under the guise of an authentic news report,
How has global diffusion of popular social customs had an unintended negative impact on women in India?
it has caused an increase in demand for dowries
in western countries where popular culture predominates, what does clothing style reflect
occupation and income
describe the origin of soccer
originated as a folk custom in England during the eleventh century.
besides fake news what are other practices linked to misinformation
trolling and alternative facts
describe the middle atlantic style house
two full stories high one room deep and at least two rooms wide
When did popular music originate
popular music as we know it today originated around 1900.
describe popular music
popular music is written by specific individuals for the purpose of being sold to or performed in front of a large number of people
what food taboos are in the arabian peninsula
pork, because pigs are unsuited for dry conditions, pigs would compete with humans for food and water
what food taboos are associated with hebrews
prohibited from eating a wide variety of foods, including animals that do not chew their cud or that have cloven feet and fish lacking fins or scales. These biblical taboos were developed through oral tradition and by rabbis into the kosher laws observed today by some Jews.
describe rural culture
rural spaces, whose economies tend to focus more heavily on agriculture and manufacturing, tend to value more traditional forms of popular culture.
describe the importance of regionally distinctive sports
sports can be a strong force for cultural and regional identity
describ ethe lower cheseapeke style house
steep roof, one story and has chimneys at either end
Where did the Amish originate?
switzerland and germany
what food taboos are associated with Hindu
taboos against consuming cattle can also be partly explained by environmental reasons. Cows are the source of oxen (castrated male bovine), the traditional choice for pulling plows as well as carts. A large supply of oxen must be maintained in India because every field has to be plowed at approximately the same time
The percentage of Americans owning smartphones increased from 35 percent in 2011 to 77 percent in 2016. More than 90 percent of Americans between 18 and 29 years old have smartphones, but ownership is also increasing rapidly among older Americans.
the impact and distribution of cell phones on popular culture.
How is the playing of golf and golf courses an example of a popular custom that is not generally in harmony with the local environment?
the landscape is hindered and the environment is negatively affected to build golf courses
what is cultural homogenization
the spread of a popular culture product across larger spaces results in a loss of localized folk culture diversity, and convergence of cultural preferences.
How have countries taken action against citizens that attempt to circumvent government restrictions on technology?
they are harassed or jailed
what is the purpose of collecting personal data
to advertise products we might want to buy or even influence who we vote for
why did amish culture diffuse to the united states
to protect their culture and escape the influx of tourists
