SOCL 2001 : Study Guide Test 2 Socio
Document Summary
Material culture- any physical object we give social meaning to; analyzing it can tell us a great deal about a group or society. People use them to perform identity, achieve social status, and characterize life experiences. Symbolic culture- reflects the ideas and beliefs of a group of people (certain rule or custom) Allows us to fully express ourselves and distinguishes us from all other species on the plant) ~forms of communication are the basis of social interaction very important to sociology. Values- symbolic culture in action; knowing the values & norms of a group help one understand their beliefs & ideals. ~ a set of shared beliefs a group of people consider to be worthwhile or desirable in life (good, bad, right, wrong); values articulate the essence of everything a cultural group cherishes and honors. Norms- rules and guidelines regarding what kind of behaviors are acceptable. Informal= implicit and unspoken (folk ways= etiquette; mores=of moral significance, cannibalism)
