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hgap 3
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| absorbing barriers | obstacles that completely block migration or cultural exchange |
| accent | distinct pronunciation of a language based on region or social group |
| acculturation | process of adopting traits of another culture while retaining original culture |
| animistic religion | belief system attributing spiritual essence to objects, plants, or animals |
| assimilation | process where a minority culture adopts traits of the dominant culture |
| bilingualism | ability to speak two languages fluently |
| centrifugal force | factor that divides people or a country (causes disunity) |
| centripetal force | factor that unites people or a country (creates unity) |
| colonialism | control of one territory by another for economic, political, or cultural purposes |
| convergence hypothesis | idea that cultures will become more alike as they develop |
| creole | stable natural language developed from mixing two languages |
| creolization | process of blending two or more languages or cultures |
| cultural attitudes | beliefs and values that shape behavior in a culture |
| cultural relativism | belief that cultures should be understood in their own context |
| cultural trait | single element of a culture, like language, food, or clothing |
| culture hearth | origin point of a major culture |
| dialect | regional variation of a language |
| empire | group of territories under a single sovereign authority |
| endangered language | language at risk of disappearing |
| ethnic geography | study of spatial distribution of ethnic groups |
| ethnic group | people sharing common ancestry, language, or cultural traits |
| ethnic religion | religion associated with a specific ethnic group |
| ethnocentric approach | evaluating other cultures based on one's own cultural norms |
| extinct language | language no longer spoken by anyone |
| generic toponym | common place name that provides little cultural insight (e.g., "Springfield") |
| genocide | systematic killing of a group based on ethnicity, religion, or nationality |
| glocalization | adaptation of global products or ideas to local cultures |
| imperialism | policy of extending a country's power through diplomacy or military force |
| indigenous culture | original culture of a region’s native people |
| language | system of communication using symbols, sounds, or gestures |
| language family | group of related languages from a common ancestor |
| lingua franca | language used for communication between speakers of different native languages |
| local culture | group of people preserving unique cultural traits |
| long-lot settlement pattern | linear land division along roads, rivers, or canals |
| material culture | physical objects created by a culture |
| modernist architecture | architectural style emphasizing function and simplicity |
| monotheistic | belief in a single deity |
| multiculturalism | coexistence of multiple cultures in a society |
| nonmaterial culture | beliefs, values, and practices of a culture |
| orthodox religion | religion emphasizing strict adherence to traditional teachings |
| permeable barriers | obstacles that slow but do not stop cultural or migration flows |
| physical landscape | natural features of the land |
| pidgin | simplified language that develops for communication between speakers of different languages |
| placelessness | loss of uniqueness in places due to globalization |
| placemaking | creating spaces that foster community and reflect local culture |
| polyglot | person or place using multiple languages |
| polytheistic | belief in multiple deities |
| popular culture | culture widespread among large, diverse populations |
| postmodern architecture | style emphasizing variety, innovation, and symbolism |
| proselytic | religion seeking converts actively |
| race | classification of people based on physical characteristics |
| religion | organized system of beliefs and practices related to the sacred |
| sacred spaces | places considered holy or spiritually significant |
| secular | not connected to religion |
| secularization | process of reducing religious influence on society |
| sense of place | emotional attachment and meaning associated with a location |
| sequent occupance | successive cultural imprints left on a landscape |
| subculture | group within a larger culture with distinct traits |
| syncretic religion | religion combining elements from multiple traditions |
| syncretism | blending of two or more cultural or religious practices |
| time-space convergence | reduction in travel time between places due to technology |
| toponyms | place names |
| transculturation | exchange and fusion of cultures |
| universalizing religion | religion attempting to appeal to all people, regardless of culture or location |
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