(1)Identify and explain a symbol that is meaningful to you and your society or culture. What does the symbol mean to you?
What might it mean to others outside of your identified social group?
A symbol that is meaningful to me it the cross why?(loreal)
There are four building blocks of culture. In addition to symbols, we also have norms, values and language. How would the meaning conveyed by this symbol tie in and connect with the other three aspects of this culture? (Emily)
Who/what are some of the primary agents (people, groups, organizations) of socialization that teach us culture, norms, values, expected behavior, and the meaning of symbols? Who was most influential for you? (Emily)
(2) Define and explain the term McDonaldization. Provide at least one example of how McDonaldization has affected you.
What do you think are the larger social forces driving McDonaldization. How do material interests and cultural interests play a role? (Emily)