Question

which conclusion can best be drawn from the graph above?
a culture is unaffected by religion
b polytheistic beliefs dominate the majority of world religions
c religions rarely diffuse
d the majority of the worlds population believes in one god
question 8
\amish man arrested for refusing to electric blinkers on buggy\
\saudi arabian government censors media to block anti-muslim or western view\
the headlines above best demonstrate which cultural phenomenon?
a cultural convergence
b loss of local culture
c cultural divergence
d globalization

Explanation:

• Cultural Convergence (A): Refers to cultures becoming more similar. The Amish and Saudi Arabian actions show resistance rather than convergence.
• Loss of Local Culture (B): Not indicated here. The Amish and Saudis are protecting their cultural elements (Amish simplicity, Saudi religious - media stance).
• Cultural Divergence (C): Occurs when cultures emphasize differences. The Amish refusing modern tech (electric blinkers) and Saudi Arabia censoring media to protect their cultural - religious views show them highlighting their cultural distinctiveness.
• Globalization (D): Involves increased global interaction. The examples show actions against external (perceived Western) influence rather than embracing globalization.

Answer:

C. Cultural Divergence