A paper on culture and illness would be likely to include the statement that:
a. Culture is the same as ethnicity
b. Ethnic groups always share common geographic origin and religion
c. Ethnicity involves recognized traditions, symbols and literature
d. Most members of an ethnic group exhibit identical cultural traits
ANS: C
Ethnicity is a complex phenomenon including traditions, symbols, literature, folklore, food preferences, and dress. It is a shared identity. Ethnicity is more than just culture. It is social differentiation based on culture. Even within ethnic groups, there is considerable diversity.
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