LSS 2053 Cultural Diversity
Name: Hashem Hasan
Section: CJD
1. On the lines below, write a definition of Ethnocentrism. (in
own words).
Ethnocentrism is when an individual thinks that his culture,
ideas, values, and background are superior to other’s culture. Also it is where
the world is seen from the perspective of one’s own culture only. Ethnocentrism
is also similar to prejudice, where the individual believes that others way of
doing things is wrong. An example I have seen is when people of different
nationalities think that their nation is better than any other.
2.
Read the cartoon. How is Ethnocentrism reflected
in the conversation below?
Write your answer on the lines below.
In the conversation above Ethnocentrism was depicted as
intolerance, where one of the characters(Bucky) believes that he will tolerate
them when “they stop being freaks and act like me” that showed that this
character believes that he is better than the rest.
3. Looking at the cartoon characters.
Imagine
them in social situations. What kind of people would (would n’t) they associate
with? What kind of events (movies, shows) would (would n’t) they prefer to go? Think
of other situations.
Describe Bucky
Bucky would most likely socialize with individuals who have
the same way of thinking and feelings towards other who are different from
them. He would probably follow movies and shows that have stereotype and
prejudice as a sense of humor and would most likely believe them.
Describe the man talking with Bucky. Let’s call him Tom
Tom is a more open minded person; in the comic strip he
showed tolerance and an understanding attitude. He would probably befriend very
different individuals who have different cultural background. The events Tom
will most likely take part in diverse cultural events such as Carnival.
4. Drawing Ethnocentrism.
On a
separate sheet of paper, make a drawing of Ethnocentrism. You don’t have to
draw well.
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