Essentials of Sociology (12th Edition)
Essentials of Sociology (12th Edition)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134205588
Author: James M. Henslin
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 2, Problem 1FYC-43
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Consider how culture is made up of the language, beliefs, values, and norms of a group of people.

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Beliefs about ghosts and spirits of the dead vary from culture to culture. The traditional Chinese believe that their ghosts follow an existence very similar to their own on earth, requiring food, water, housing, and entertainment. Think about whether your culture follows this same practice. The Chinese ghosts need money and depend on their descendants to provide it. Traditional Chinese buy ghost money and burn it so it can be received by their ancestors. People have gotten creative and burned replicas of the items they think the ghosts need, but this practice has become very expensive. Consider the traditions of your culture with the deceased. Think about the practices you have to honor them, if there are any at all.

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