1. 6th grade Social Studies Ms. Christensen
WHAT IS CULTURE?

2. Important words about culture…
Culture--A set of behaviors and beliefs learned and shared by a group.
Values—Things people believe are the most important in life.
Customs—Ways of living that people practice regularly over time.

3. Basic needs
Food
Shelter
Water
Respect
Love

4. Behaviors and Beliefs
Manners
Food habits
Religion
Language
Traditions

5. Talents and preferences
“Good at math”
“I love to swim”
“I like chocolate”
“Basketball is my favorite”
Write your own examples……. 1. 2.

6. School Preschool Elementary Middle School High School
Community College or University
Public or Private
Mandatory (law)

7. Religion
Christianity
Many types
Freedom of Religion
Church

8. Food habits 3 meals a day Snacks Junk food Fast food/Restaurants
Meat eaters

9. Housing
Single family houses
Apartments
Suburbs
Rural

10. government
Democracy
Voting
Taxes
Local, State, Federal
Military

11. Types of music Rock Country Classical Hip Hop Punk Pop Guitars Pianos
Violins
Drums