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Cultural artifacts as symbolic objects depicting the brutality of war and history. Cultural artifacts can convey major and complex emotions to the perception of individual people.

Kay Schaffer's critique aims to examine the formation of a national character, taking into account the concept of the typical Australian and the associated woman through the example of historical and literary texts.

Increased income result in increased living standards. As a result, tourism gains popularity among the citizens of the United Kingdom.

Instead of upholding the moral norms of a perfect culture advancement, the current definition of social growth is retrogressively built along the lines of the socio-economic and political agenda of major influential powers.

Studies have established that one of the elements that influence the success of senior management teams in an organization is their composition.

The unique beliefs put into the basis of Chinese philosophy, particularly those concerning the phenomena of death and dying may have a significant impact upon the patients' attitudes and decision in the end-of-life care and [...]

The Korean-American population is among the fastest growing race group in America's Asian community because of the string of immigration in the 1800s and subsequent importation of laborers to the Hawaiian plantations in the 1900s.

In addition, it illustrates the experiences of black people and their effect in the society. The African need for importance and recognition led to the formation of the black history month, which is still celebrated [...]

Glassie's great attention and expertise in the field of folk culture greatly appears in his presentation of the book and the examples he uses.

In modern cultures, dressing controls and conveys a special message to the society. Dress code and modesty in the society should conform to the moral rules regardless of a person's religion or culture.

They vary from one part of the world to another, and bring an almost unique flavor to the region that they belong to, shaping the lives of its people and their sense of culture.

Mostly a handshake is used to show the kind of relationship that one has towards the other and the desire for them to participate in communication or a deal that is being made.

However, this trend diminished with the eruption of wars in Europe and a series of calamities for example, the Black Death. The rich were few during this period and most of them were the land [...]

This paper will focus on the basic advantages and challenges faced by ethnography today, and on the ways in which the book by Narayan discloses the fundamentals of the modern ethnography.

In the Jewish culture - both in the classical and the ancient time - the family formed and still is a basic unit of the society and whose role in the sustenance and development of [...]

First I clearly expected that it if the parents and close family members who convey the identity to their children stayed together, then the conflict between mainstream expectations in the American way of life and [...]

Food in Chinese culture, especially the meat and vegetables is served in bits that are small enough to pick up with a chopstick.

Due to the value allocated to religion by the Americans, it is assumed that most of the Americans are religious and therefore it's rare to find Americans confessing of their unbelief in religion which is [...]

Much of what we know of ancient culture is brought to us in the form of stories; either the stories of the descendants of the stories of outsiders.

The main contribution of the book is that it tells us about the style of life of African people, about their rituals and traditions by the very participant of that life, not by the side [...]

But even he failed to foresee the tragic consequences of the development of these institutions1."There is no document of civilization which is not also a document of barbarism".

Sweet 16 on the other hand is more of an American tradition and, as the title implies, is a celebration of the girl's life as she reaches the age of 16.

The 21st century has been marked by the rise of a global market, which, on the other hand, has led to a worldwide economy that is based on that of all the states around the [...]

This enables individuals to relate well to their peers. Most importantly, one should retain his own culture while at the same time acclimatize to his new setting.

It is important to gain respect and authority to escape from alienation. For instance, it is important to respect other cultures and traditions.

The more a person communicates with people, the greater impact they have on the person. The impact of a family on a person affects their choice.

A person planning to go and live in Kenya should be aware of the cultural aspects presented below. Workers should report to the office and follow the regulations.

The given report aims to analyze the cultural dimensions existing in the Japanese and the US cultures in the experience of Mr.

This responsibility is given to the fathers of both the bride and the groom, who have to agree that their children are good enough to bring up a responsible family.

As it was mentioned above, religions and philosophy play an especially important role in the perception of intelligence in the Eastern culture, while technological societies of the Western culture shape the understanding of what it [...]

Nowadays, museums are usually regarded merely in the relation to the categories of Cultural Studies and Museology, but museums are also linked to the social-cultural interrelations, and museums as the institutions thus include multiple social [...]

The idea of giving the minorities the opportunity to enjoy their rights and freedoms is referred to as multiculturalism whereby cultural differences are appreciated in the sense that no culture is viewed as superior to [...]

In the following paper, the current problems of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders will be investigated from the historical and cultural perspectives, and the possible solutions to the problem will be suggested.

What do you like the most about the model? Do you think the ads affect your self-confidence?

In Straight Edge subculture, music forms the realm of the group's values as it is the fundamental basis of its ideology through the message conveyed through the lyrics.

Sights There are a plethora of amazing places to visit in Sweden, starting from famous fjords, to the local cultural and historic heritage.

The tenacity with which the Indians held to their traditions came out clearly in the treaty of Lancaster in Pennsylvania. A juxtaposition of civilization in the eyes of the Indians to the western countries is [...]

The Land Reform Regulation of 1972 proposed that the government was to give such lands to the landless as a way of reducing poverty levels among the rural population.

Smoking culture refers to the practice of smoking tobacco by people in the society for the sheer satisfaction and delight it offers.

The two Authors, Brodkin and Salamon, clearly introduces us to the discriminated groups and their origin in that, in both stories the victims are immigrants and they are forced to accept the ill treatments in [...]

The dynamics of the Yanomamo people involve receiving and giving girls during the process of marriage. Kinship in Yanomamo culture has a number of influences and impacts on the people's way of life.

This is because it requires a comprehensive understanding of the cultural values of both the native country and also that of the foreign country in which you are supposed to carry out your business activities.

Using illustrations, the author discusses various aspects of material culture in manner that does not deviate from the main objective of the book which is to show the reader that consumption is part of culture [...]

Whenever it comes to the study of philosophy, Gramsci who happens to be an author too, discusses the role of identity in the development of a world view and argues that in acquiring ones conception [...]

Among such countries, China and Japan were voted as the most affected nations by modernization process because of the emergent of simple and advanced technologies. This changed gradually with the spread of industrial revolution in [...]

Also, pop culture is the short form of popular culture and can be categorized as the values, language, attitudes, music and entertainment of the masses.

One of the concepts of face in Chinese culture is that of losing face. This paper set out to argue that the concept of face in Chinese culture complicates intercultural communication.

Of particular interest is how two North American communities, Ojibwoy and Lakota, conceptualised the pipe especially when it came to matters of rites and ceremonies.

In the state of Louisiana, it refers to the French-speaking people of French or Spanish descent whose ancestors were upper class whites, many of whom served as officials during the colonial reign of the French [...]

In this view, I consider that Japanese culture is the most difficult culture to live in because of the faux pas associated with the hand gestures.

Thus it was the responsibility of these few women to enforce the traditional standards in the profession and also increase the rights of the geisha. Most of the western cultures refer and equate geisha to [...]

The aims of the research can be summarised as follows: To examine Poland and the UK's climatic compatibility; to evaluate the political backgrounds of the two nations; to analyse the economic background of Poland and [...]

Spain, on the other hand, has adapted the ultra option for the beauty scene just like in the U.S. Most people believe that the ideal nature of beauty is in the context of the U.S.

Thus, Jehovah's Witnesses differ from the other religious groups in rejecting the concept of Trinity and hell, in discussing Christ as one of God's sons but not as God's Person, in rejecting Christian holidays, in [...]

Decision in the health, business, or education sector are influenced by cultural values Illustration of the Impact Asians have a culture that gives authority to leaders, therefore, undermining consultation efforts between doctors and patients.

Since different societies have different dress cultures, it is important for visitors and immigrants to adopt the dress culture of the country that they are in. This will show a degree of unity and respect [...]

My friend is from the Netherlands, and it has appeared that the Dutch have a very different understanding of the way birthdays should be celebrated.

To make pleasant connections and maximize the potential of this educated and hard-working population, it is essential to understand Hispanic culture, society, and health care.

The vision of the world is further supported by the existence of beings able to traverse the universe in its entirety.

Language serves as a vehicle for the transmission of cultural knowledge, norms, and traditions from one generation to the next, forming a close connection between language and cultural identity.

Firstly, weaving plays a vital role in preserving the history and cultural identity of the Tlingit and Haida people. In conclusion, the Tlingit and Haida people express and preserve their cultural values by creating, sharing, [...]

Attention is paid to a review of the research literature used by Grossberg and Pollock, who state that scientists "have found many embryonic flashes of visions of social worlds that fly in the face of [...]

As in the case of the US, the migrant communities actively participate in the political, social, and economic activities in America and do the same in their homelands.

In line with the above, there are several ways that people can be aware of the assumptions they make about others as evidenced in the video.

Just like other cultures of the world, African culture is reflected through its folklore, the tales that have profound meaning and give insights into the belief system and norms of the African community.

According to this occurrence, the 1968 Olympics was the first time a black athlete won a gold medal, gaining the attention of many critics who viewed the victory as a symbol of militant black pride [...]

At the same time, it referred to the concept of the "outsiders" mentioned in the textbook. One of the ideas I would like to challenge is that the communication revolution has changed the things that [...]

From the point of view of cultural studies, such a model of nutrition speaks more about the absence of global roots, the absence of deep moral guidelines, and not about the convenience of the process.

As a consequence, I became ashamed of my culture while in school and could not blend with the other students. As a child, I did not appreciate my culture until I was in high school [...]

The women of a nomadic clan are the primary caregivers, cooks, and transporters of the family's tent. The nuclear family in Somali culture consists of the husband, his wife, and their children.

Cultural research is often done to understand the dynamics and perception of a particular topic or question that may help improve government policies and boost businesses' marketing strategies.

However, I did watch a video of the festival taking place at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery with the support of the local Mexican community.

Korean Popular Culture and the Selling of Place by Youjeong Oh examines the use of K-pop music and Korean dramas with an aim to promote the rural and urban places in South Korea.

A form of cultural appropriation can be considered the assimilation of a group of people who follow the traditions and cultural aspects based on the country where they have immigrated.

The traditional residency of the Blackfoot people was in Alberta and Saskatchewan in Canada and in the northern parts of Montana in the United States.

The main barriers that reduce the effectiveness of interactions are the differences in cognitive schemes used by representatives of different cultures 1.

At the core of Wheeler's confluence theory of pilgrimage is the argument for the distinction between the communal or collective and the private or personal.

This annotated bibliography explores the ways in which the bodily presentation and bodily rituals are displayed across different cultures and the relationships between these ways and broader cultural context.

High in power distance, low in individualism, moderate in uncertainty avoidance and masculinity, and high in long-term orientation.

The given report delves into the organizational cultures of Twitter and LinkedIn and their comparison with the primary goal to demonstrate the critical significance of this factor and improve understanding of its role in the [...]

Unlike South Asia, the region is sparsely populated and the region is rich in geographical features. East Asia is known all over the world for its human and cultural geography.

They give a reflection of the life of the Aboriginal groups The cultural heritage consists of items or places that are of significance to the Aboriginal people on their traditions, customs and history.

God sacrificed Jesus to wash the sins of people and get rid of the iniquities and curses on the earth. From a Christian worldview, I could easily identify topics and teachings of the Christian religion [...]

The following Project is the positive and diligent output of the clear and fair learning and understanding of the Purnell Model in the classroom.

Wine consumption was considered a privilege of the wealthy in the community. This gave it enough tea to supply to the workers of the industries in Britain.

Distance dimension is related to the relationship between the more powerful group and the less powerful members. The study provides an in-depth analysis of the cultural peculiarities of societies but it also has its strengths [...]

The timeline presenting the main periods of immigration which is exhibited in the gallery can help to understand the development of the cultural diversity in Australia from the historic point of view because various periods [...]

Following the collapse of the Soviet Union, Boris Yeltsin was elected the first president of the Russian Federation on the 12th in June 1991. Some argue that the idea of politics as a mean for [...]

Food has always been one of the most crucial necessities in the lives of humans and food and cooking are associated with all cultures and communities irrespective of geographical boundaries, races, and ethnicities.

As for me, I thought that the Arabic language is complicated but after I heard Japanese, I understood it was really hard to learn and speak it.

The meaning of a symbol is different according to different cultures. In this case, it is a critical tool to the faith of Catholics.

In the following paper, the nature of the Mexican-United States border and the way it affects human identities will be discussed on the basis of Tommy Lee Jones' film "The 3 Burials of Melquiades Estrada" [...]

In addition, Saudi Arabia is a high-context country, which is vital to consider in economic, political, and social fields independent of the communication sphere.

The splendor and glory of Muslim cultural and artistic achievements of the time were meant to reinforce the religious authority of Islam and the political authority of the Abbasid dynasty.

The Hourani are also known as Aucas; a term which means "the people of the jungle" Since a higher percentage of the population were fearless warriors, the Hourani are war-like people.

The modern-day term 'celebrity' is dated back to about 1850, the time of the rise of mass media. The audiences of celebrities are an active and interactive social group that is served by the media [...]

For a proper understanding of other cultures, it is realized that one has to acknowledge that the term 'understanding' is just but a matter of degree that would inform the judgment.

Acculturation is of the view that contact may promote or stifle social alterations in the culture of a society. The idea of alternative medicine which is widely used in the west also originated from the [...]

Although it is clear to me that facts of Britishness exist in all three media sources listed above, I understand that it has different sides and is shown as a mixture of cultural peculiarities, breathtaking [...]

Japan and its culture truly represent the cultural compromise that determines the development of the entire Japanese spiritual tradition.

This phenomenon is unheard of in the Navajo tribe. This is unlike children in the American culture who are only responsible to their parents.

According to him that in the 1620s, there were about a hundred people who started to question the existing beliefs in the Church of England.

The Virgin Mary is Spain's patron saint and this is the reason behind the Christmas officially beginning in the 8th of December with the Immaculate Conception feast.

This type of casual sex is becoming more and more common in the society. This is one of the worst ways of beginning to engage in casual sex.

This diversity is evident in their music, fashion, cuisine, visual arts, cinema and literature and due to the propagation of the same through the media; the American culture has today become the pedestal through which [...]

It is the evolution of the Hippie culture followed by the formation of the Hippie Subculture. The agitation and opposition to contemporary activities is the one of the main reasons that led to the formation [...]

It must be admitted, however, in the interests of truth, that the traditional mode of living and ways of thinking, both good and bad, are deeply rooted in the life of the Japanese people of [...]

The Day of the Dead, a feast celebrated in honor of the souls of departed loved ones, dates back to the 16th century, and its origin has been linked to the European colonial conquest of [...]

I write this article from the larger perspective of what kind of cultural items can be borrowed and the benefits of the same and at the same time the tendency to obviate the subtext.

This culture was called as the Harappan Culture or the Indus Valley Civilization and takes it name from the ruins of ancient city of Harappa discovered in 1921 and other ancient cities discovered in the [...]

A part of the modern lifestyle that looks hip and very happening without actually understanding the real meaning of the cultural item as it pertains to the ethnicity of the person.

Below I attempt to look at the assumptions held by the hosts, while drawing on the case study of Martha and Reza.

It was this division that left America with little understanding of how the rest of the world lives and how the country can effectively help others even in times of war.

The main focuses of this study are the Arab novelists who traveled to the USA and produced novels, their experiences, the obstacles and hindrances they encounter with the newly introduced culture and various facts and [...]

The despair of Celianne in "Children of the Sea" as she throws herself into the ocean is felt by the male narrator of the same story when he embraces death and by Grace's mother in [...]

Since the human body represents the individual's unique base of operations in the world, it is not surprising that endless energy is devoted to polishing and strengthening it.

The essence of debate rests on the lack of mutual understanding among the African women stressing the importance of preserving traditions and Western women emphasizing the right of choice.

The purpose of this paper is to compare and contrast the traditional wedding in the UAE culture as applied to the olden days and modernity.

It can guide business decisions in international communication, minimise misunderstandings among representatives of different societies, and help individuals to evaluate each other's and own actions through the lens of five dimensions.

Korean popular culture can be discussed as a strong tool of soft power because of the high attractiveness and popularity of this culture in the world.