Peter, a Young Man from South Africa, and Katlyn, a Young

question 32

Multiple Choice

Peter, a young man from South Africa, and Katlyn, a young woman from England, meet in a club in Baltimore. Because of the cultural background differences, Katlyn cannot tell if Peter is flirting with her. Which dialectic may help Katlyn understand this situation?

• A) cultural-individual
• B) personal-contextual
• C) differences-similarities
• D) history/past-present/future

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Definitions:

Ethnocentrism

The belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture, often accompanied by a general disdain for other groups.

Cultural Relativism

The concept that one's cultural background should guide how their behaviors and beliefs are perceived by others.

Culture Shock

A sense of disorientation that occurs when entering a radically new social or cultural environment.

Sociologists

Scholars and practitioners who study the development, structure, and functioning of human society, including the complex interactions and relationships within it.