Chapter 2 – Concepts of Diversity
1.
As it applies culture in a country, define melting pot:
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2.
As it applies culture in a country, define tossed salad:
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3.
When people with different cultures come to Canada, do you think we practice the
concept of:
a.
melting pot
b.
tossed salad
4.
Give 2 examples whereby this is true.
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5.
Compared to Canada, what do people, who have different cultures, and go into the
United States experience?
a.
melting pot
b.
tossed salad
6.
Define the term diversity:
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7.
Define the term cultural fabric:
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8.
Define the term physical diversity:
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9.
Define the term cultural diversity:
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10.
Define the term economic diversity:
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Using examples, show how each type of diversity exists within Canada and what kinds of things are included in each type of
diversity.
Physical Diversity
NL and PEI are surrounded by the ocean,
whereas Alberta and Saskatchewan have
no oceans!
Economic Diversity
Cultural Diversity