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Question 1 Not yet graded / 2 pts List three cultural values that a culture of capitalism promotes

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Question 1

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List three cultural values that a culture of capitalism promotes.

Your Answer:

The culture of capitalism promotes individualism, competitiveness, and the pursuit of personal goals and interests.

 

Question 2

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Define "commodification of culture" and provide one example.

Your Answer:

The commodification of culture refers to the ways culture and cultural experiences—local practices, festivals, arts, rituals, and even groups—are produced and consumed for the market.

 

 

Question 3

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Define "sign value" and provide one example.

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Question 4

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Describe one underlying premises of cultural commodification that Sorrells discusses.

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Question 5

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This final question is a reflection exercise to lead into the lecture.  In the space below, enter the following information:

1. Write down something that you like to make.  It can be anything, so long as you produce it yourself.  It could be a specific dish you like to cook or bake, maybe you like to knit or sew, build computers, or you produce art of some kind.
2. Reflect on the process of making this thing, start to finish.  List three reasons why you find the process of making this thing enjoyable.
3. Reflect on the final product.  Imagine you have it in front of you.  List three things that make the final product meaningful to you.

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