Short Answer - Cultural Objects and Their Culture
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HUM-100 Perspectives in the Humanities
Short Answer: Cultural Objects and Their Culture
List three cultures or subcultures you identify strongly with
1.
New England Culture
2.
First Responder Culture
3.
Catholicism
Identify one representative object from the humanities for each of the cultures or subcultures you
identify with and explain how the cultural object reflects the culture in which it exists.
American Culture: The American Flag
National flags are cultural artifact that represents the nation through imagery, color, and
symbolism. When dissecting the American flag, we recognize the 50 stars representing each state and
the 13 stripes representing the original colonies; furthermore, the colors on the flag have become
synonymous with the representation of freedom. American culture was founded on the ideals of
freedom and individualism. Unlike other cultures, Americans uniquely embody a combination of
ethnicities, races, traditions, and religions. The American flag is a symbolic representation of cultural
freedom and an individualistic mindset. The American flag's imagery reflects American history and
present-day cultural values.
New England Culture: Maple Syrup
Although food may not be a traditional cultural artifact, it can represent the values,
history, and customs of the region from which it is derived. New England is known for its maple
syrup production, and the product is symbolic of the New England lifestyle. The custom of
taping maple trees to produce maple syrup is a tradition specific to the region and was first done
by the area's indigenous people. Living off the land is also a long-held ideal of New England
culture and is embodied through traditions such as maple syrup production. People who live in
this culture have such a connection to the product that a maple festival is held annually around
the region. The production of maple syrup holds significant value for the region of New England
by representing its traditions and historical way of life.
Catholicism: The Last Supper - Mural
Art, specifically in religion, is a way of communicating a story between those who may
speak different languages. The Last Supper mural by Leonardo De Vinci is an excellent example
of how the story of Catholicism was expressed through art. This famous piece of artwork
represents a significant story told throughout Catholic history. Although the art is centuries old, it
is still considered an iconic part of Catholic culture. For instance, as a young child attending
church with my family, I vividly remember this art piece being one of the first religious works I
saw. Artwork is a significant part of Catholic culture because it tells a story anyone can
understand regardless of race, ethnicity, or era of living.
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