Cultural Values and Globalization
Cours · anglais (2 Bac, Maroc), chapitre 12 · Maroc, 2e année du Bac · le début du chapitre, la suite sur Adloun
Every nation has its own culture — the language, beliefs, customs and art that give a people their identity. In today's connected world, globalization brings cultures closer than ever. This unit reviews the vocabulary and key ideas you need to discuss cultural values, how to preserve them, and how to stay open to others.
12.1 Key vocabulary
| Word | Meaning / example |
|---|---|
| culture | The shared way of life of a group — its language, art and customs. Moroccan culture is rich and varied. |
| heritage | What is passed down from the past: monuments, traditions, knowledge. We must protect our cultural heritage. |
| identity | What makes a person or people unique and recognizable. Language is part of our national identity. |
| tradition | A custom handed down from generation to generation. Sharing a meal during Eid is a tradition. |
| custom | A usual way of behaving in a society. Removing your shoes at home is a local custom. |
| value | A principle that a community considers important. Hospitality is a core value here. |
| belief | Something accepted as true or important by people. Respect for elders is a deep belief. |
| multiculturalism | The presence and acceptance of many cultures in one society. The city celebrates multiculturalism. |
| diversity | The state of having many different people, ideas or cultures together. Cultural diversity makes society richer. |
| stereotype | A fixed, oversimplified idea about a group, often unfair. We should avoid every stereotype. |
| globalization | The process by which countries become economically and culturally connected. __Globalization__ links distant markets. |
| cultural exchange | The sharing of ideas, art and customs between peoples. A cultural exchange programme sends students abroad. |
| ancestor | A person from whom one is descended, from earlier generations. Our ancestors built these old walls. |
| to gain new ground | To spread and become more widespread or accepted. English is gaining new ground worldwide. |
| to preserve | To keep something safe and unchanged for the future. Museums preserve ancient art. |
| to spread | To reach more places or people. Fast food has spread across the globe. |
| open-minded | Ready to accept new ideas and other ways of life. A traveller must be open-minded. |
| roots | A person's origins, family and cultural background. He never forgot his roots. |
12.2 Useful expressions
Définition 12.1Phrases to talk about culture
- to be proud of one's heritage — I am proud of my heritage.
- to hand down (a tradition) — Recipes are handed down from mother to daughter.
- to broaden one's horizons — Travelling broadens your horizons.
- to bridge the gap between cultures — Music can bridge the gap between cultures.
- to lose touch with one's roots — Living abroad, he feared losing touch with his roots.
- to embrace diversity — Modern societies should embrace diversity.
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