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    Cultural

    Universals
    By. Makayla Hurd

    What is a Cultural
    Universal?

    Definition:

    A Cultural Universal is an element, pattern,


    trait, or institution that is common to all human
    cultures worldwide.

    Background of Culture
    Time
    Geographic Location
    Description of people

    Themes
    Values
    Ethics
    Symbols

    Economics

    Technology

    Division of Labor

    Trade and money

    Transportation

    Food, Clothing, &


    Shelter

    Food

    Clothing and adornment

    Shelter and Dwellings

    Political Organization

    Type of Government

    Laws and Enforcement

    War and Peace

    Family and Kin


    Marriage and Family Groupings
    Rites of Passage
    Child rearing

    Attitude Toward the


    Unknown

    Religious Beliefs

    Religious Practices

    Death Rituals

    Communication

    Language and Writing

    Number System

    Art and Esthetic


    Values

    Art and Music

    Dance, drama, literature

    Recreation

    Games and Sports

    Use of Leisure Time

    Conclusion

    A Cultural Universal is an element, pattern,


    trait, or institution that is common to all human
    cultures worldwide.

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