The Belief That One's Own Culture or Ethnic Group Is

question 246

Multiple Choice

The belief that one's own culture or ethnic group is superior to all others and the tendency to use one's own culture as a standard by which to judge other cultures is called

• A)altruism.
• B)conservatism.
• C)liberalism.
• D)ethnocentrism.

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Definitions:

Socialization

The process of learning socially acceptable behaviors, attitudes, and values.

Positive Parenting

A parenting approach centered on understanding, support, and encouragement, focusing on positive reinforcement rather than punishment.

Authoritarian

Relating to a style of governance or leadership that emphasizes strict obedience to authority at the expense of personal freedom, or a personality type that favors such an approach.

Nativist Position

The perspective in cognitive development that emphasizes the role of genetic inheritance and biology in learning and behavior, often opposing the notion that understanding comes solely from experience or environment.