Culture

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introduction to different types of Culture.
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Culture
  1. Refers to the language, beliefs, norms and values, customs, etc that make up the 'way of life' of any given society.
    1. Dominant Culture
      1. Main culture of a society. Generally shared by the majority of the people. Such as Britain.
      2. SUbCulture
        1. Smaller culture held by a group of people within the main culture. Usually found within larger societies. Such as an "Emo" or "Skinhead"
        2. Folk Culture
          1. Specific to a particular community and is rooted in their experiences. Such as "Highland Dancing"
          2. Low Culture
            1. Culture that is looked down on by most. Seen as inferior by some. Such as Football.
            2. Popular Culture
              1. Seen as the "Culture of the day". What's popular right now.
              2. Mass Culture
                1. Common Culture of the majority within society. Is accessible by all and is mainly influenced by the Mass Media.
                2. High Culture
                  1. This Culture is seen as 'Superior' by some. These are activities such as going to watch the "ballet".
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