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lak

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Subcultures have all of the following characteristics except:
 
  a. they are subsets of the wider culture.
  b. they always enjoy all the benefits of the mainstream culture.
  c. they retain a level of cultural uniqueness that sets them apart.
  d. they are neither inferior nor superior to mainstream culture.
  e. they do not control societys major institutional structures.

Question 2

Trying to operate in an unfamiliar culture
 
  a. often leads to the experience of culture shock.
  b. is never difficult for an educated person.
  c. is relatively easy if you have read a book about that culture.
  d. may lead to physical distress but not psychological distress.
  e. creates mild psychological stress.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A



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