What Is Cultural Syncretism

question 81

Multiple Choice

What is cultural syncretism?

• A) the blending of cultural forces to create a new, synergistic form of culture
• B) the adoption of popular culture by a local ethnic group
• C) the replacement of local cultural traditions with popular culture
• D) the rejection of popular culture by a local ethnic group
• E) the elimination of local cultures caused by the spread of popular culture

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Definitions:

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