World Cultures

World Cultures Categories Economics Government Geography History Culture

World Cultures Categories Economics – the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services of a community. – 1638 French seaport during mercantilism mercantilism – Supply and Demand – Levels of industry Examples: Traditional, Free market, Command

Government A government is the body within an organization that has the authority to make and enforce rules, laws and regulations. Process by which groups of people make decisions. – Communism – Democracy – Socialism – Monarchy

Geography The physical features and location of a place or region – The Ganges river delta in India and Bangladesh is one of the most fertile regions in the world. – The volcano Mount St. Helens in Washington, United States.

History A record or account, often chronological, of past events, developments, etc. Those who cannot learn from history are doomed to repeat it - George Santayana

Culture A learned way of living that is shared by a group of people An individual’s culture is reflected in his or her behaviors and actions

Cultural Similarities and Differences Similarities occur because all humans have similar needs and wants Everyone has a need for food, housing, transportation, family love, creative expression, entertainment etc. Differences occur because of location, geography, beliefs, circumstances etc. Diversity is normal and should be respected

These cultural “universals” include: – Religion/spirituality – Values – Games – Music – rites of passage – Education – Leadership – Traditions While cultures differ in many ways, there are certain things that all cultures have.

- Religion Particular institutionalized or personal system of beliefs and practices in relation to a god or gods. – Buddhism – Christianity – Islam – Hinduism – Judaism

- Social Arts, entertainment, transportation, literature, music, and technology