Examine the photo. In the warm up section of your notebook answer the following

questions about the image.1. List 2 details. 2. What is the

mood of this room/

3. What country do you think this room is located in?

4. How does this photo represent culture.

The ABC’s of Culture

Culture

the way of life of a group of people who share similar beliefs and customs.

Appearance

Skin Color clothing styles types of head

coverings

hair styles and lengths

special jewelrymake-up

Beliefs

Religions Types of

ceremonies

Communication

What is the official language? Communication technology (cellular

phones, computers)How do most people get their

information? (word of mouth, newspapers, internet, TV)

Dates

Important historical dates

Holidays

Entertainment

Arts Crafts Music Sports

Food

Daily diet?Celebration foods?What spices are used?What are foods typical to the area?

Government

What kind of government do they have?

Housing

What kind of houses do people live in?

Information/Education

What is the literacy rate?Who attends school and for how long?Are there places of higher learning?

Jobs

What kinds of jobs do people have?What are some of the economic

activities?

Kinds….

Kinds of environment (tropical, rural, urban, etc) found in the region.

X-tra Information

Any other interesting information…

THE END

WORLD GEOGRAPHY

My Culture

On a sheet of paper complete the ABC’s of Culture for your culture.

Due before the end of class. Describe each element of culture in 1-2

sentences. – Example: B: Belief

I am a Christian and I go to church on Sundays. My pastor is the leader of our church.