USA HISTORY

THE ROARING 20S 1920 1929

ART AND CULTURE OF THE HARLEM RENAISSANCE

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What is the best definition of cultural pluralism?
A
the ability to read and write
B
a condition in which minority groups participate fully in the dominant society and still maintain their cultural differences
C
a moving force
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Cultural pluralism is a term used when smaller groups within a larger society maintain their unique cultural identities, whereby their values and practices are accepted by the dominant culture, provided such are consistent with the laws and values of the wider society.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cultural pluralism is a situation in which a minority group maintains its distinct culture while participating in a society with a separate, dominant culture. Cultural pluralism occurs when a minority group retains its own culture and still participates in the bigger society.

Detailed explanation-3: -Cultural pluralism describes a condition in which minority groups participate fully in all areas of the dominant society, while maintaining their unique cultural identities.

Detailed explanation-4: -Pluralism is valuable because it provides individuals with alternative ways to live, promotes critical reflection on the culture within which one currently lives and thus promotes change and growth within cultures generally.

Detailed explanation-5: -Multiculturalism refers to the co-existence of diverse religious, ethnic or cultural groups within a society. In contrast, cultural pluralism refers to a phenomenon where minority groups participate fully in the dominant society, but while maintaining their cultural differences.

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