PSY515 Assignment 1 Solution and Discussion

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SEMESTER FALL 2019 Cross-Cultural PSYCHOLOGY(PSY515) ASSIGNMENT No. 01
Due Date: November 20, 2019
Assignment Objectives:
This assignment has been designed to make students better: • Understand different layers of culture
Assignment
Marks: 20
People within the same culture carry several layers of mental programming within themselves. Different layers of culture exist at some levels and in this regard, following are few examples related to different levels. You are supposed to read them carefully and identify the level in each example and then justify the reason of your selection.

Sr.no.	Examples	Identification 1*5	Justification 3*5
1.	A society pertaining to flags, logos, and colors as well as sound including national anthems and musical styles.
	2.	Every culture varies with respect to language, regional, political and economical aspects. Such as Urdu, Punjabi, Pashto etc. are those languages that are usually associated with Pakistani
3.	Gender differences in terms of emotional stability such as women are considered to be more sensitive as compared to men.
4.	Generation gap of using latest technology such as mobile phones, laptops and smart TV etc. among grandparents, parents and children.
5.	A person’s social set up varies with respect to wealth, income, education, occupation, and social network.

  Marking Scheme: 1 for identification and 3 for justification =20

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Here’s an analysis of the levels of culture for each example, with justifications for the identified levels:

Sr. No. Example Identification (Level of Culture) Justification
1 A society pertaining to flags, logos, and colors as well as sound, including national anthems and musical styles. Symbolic Level This example reflects the symbolic level because flags, logos, anthems, and music are external symbols that represent a nation’s identity. Symbols are a visible aspect of culture and are used to express and reinforce a shared cultural identity within a society.
2 Every culture varies with respect to language, regional, political, and economic aspects. Such as Urdu, Punjabi, Pashto, etc., are languages usually associated with Pakistan. Language Level (Part of Regional/Subcultural Level) This example represents the language level within the broader regional or subcultural level. Language is a key marker of cultural and regional identity, reflecting variations within a country’s cultural groups. Pakistani culture includes linguistic diversity, marking distinct subcultures within the national culture.
3 Gender differences in terms of emotional stability, such as women are considered to be more sensitive compared to men. Gender/Social Norms Level This reflects the social norms or gender-based cultural beliefs that shape attitudes toward emotional expression. These norms, while socially constructed, influence perceptions and behaviors according to gender roles, making it a part of the culture related to gender expectations.
4 Generation gap in using the latest technology, such as mobile phones, laptops, and smart TVs, among grandparents, parents, and children. Generational Level This example illustrates generational differences, as each generation often has distinct attitudes, experiences, and comfort levels with technology. This reflects cultural shifts over time, where newer generations adopt technologies faster, forming a unique level within the cultural fabric.
5 A person’s social setup varies with respect to wealth, income, education, occupation, and social network. Social Class Level This reflects the social class level of culture, where wealth, income, education, and social connections define different strata within society. Social class influences opportunities, access, and lifestyle, marking distinctions in behavior and identity within the broader culture.

Each example represents a unique layer of culture, capturing both visible and invisible aspects that shape individual and group identity within a society.