Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Microcultures can be different from the larger culture in a variety of ways, often because of race or ethnicity.
2. Though not always, microcultural groups generally have more power than the majority or “macro” culture.
3. Other traits that can distinguish a microcultural group include language or distinctive dress habits.
4. Microcultural group members are often unaware of their subordinate status.
5. In many cultures, the subordinate microcultural groups do not contribute to the construction of the language of the dominant group.


1. True
2. False
3. True
4. False
5. True

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