In the Cultures People Tend to Attach More Importance to Personal

question 44

Multiple Choice

In the cultures people tend to attach more importance to personal goals than to those of the larger community.

• A)democratic
• B)economic
• C)individualist
• D)sociocultural
• E)collectivist

Identify the contributions and limitations of postmodern thought in offering new forms of theory and writing.

Discuss the implications of postmodernism on culture and space over time according to Frederic Jameson.

Understand the multifaceted dimensions of globalization (cultural, economic, political, institutional).

Identify different economic theories related to globalization (e.g., neoliberalism, capitalism).

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Definitions:

Conflict Crimes

Are illegal acts that many people consider harmful to society. However, other people believe the acts to be not so harmful. People who commit conflict crimes are punishable by the state.

Consensus Crimes

Are illegal acts that nearly all people agree are bad in themselves and harm society greatly. The state inflicts severe punishment for consensus crimes.

Cultural Norm

A rule or standard shared by members of a society that dictates acceptable behavior in various situations.

Deviants

Individuals or behaviors that deviate from the accepted norms or standards of a society, which can result in social stigmatization or sanctions.