Answer to Question #124238 in English for MAKHUOGA ALFRED FRIDAY

Question

Examine the difference between material and nonmaterial culture in your world. Identify ten objects that are part of your regular cultural experience. For each, then identify what aspects of nonmaterial culture (values and beliefs) that these objects represent. What has this exercise revealed to you about your culture?

Answer 1

Material culture refers to physical resources, objects, and spaces which define a people’s culture. The objects that are part of my regular cultural experience include technology, cities, homesteads, neighbors, churches, schools, hospitals, offices, industries, goods and products, animals, plants, business stores, and many more. Conversely, non-material culture refers to the intangible part of culture that comprises cultural beliefs, values, norms, laws, organizations, morals, ethics, feelings, behaviors, symbols, and thoughts. From the exercise, it is evident that the physical aspects of culture help to shape people’s behaviors and perceptions. For example, technology is a vital aspect of culture and every individual must learn to use it in business and learning institutions. Non-material culture is also vital because it consists of a set of ideas and beliefs that determine how culture responds to events and issues.