Chapter 1 – Regions of the World Lesson 2 – Regions and Culture
Customs Customs – a way of living that people of the same culture practice regularly over time Customs determine how we dress, play, eat, learn, live with other people, and understand the world Ex. Tipping at restaurants, how to greet someone, football on Sunday
Values Values – the things people believe are most important in life Usually obtained by family members Examples Happiness is more important than money Treat others as you want to be treated Religious beliefs
Interaction Interaction – the exchange of ideas and customs Cultures do not stay the same forever, they change through interaction Examples Baseball being played in Japan Cooking food from different cultures