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1 HUM-100 Module One Short Answer Alexis Harris-Warren Southern New Hampshire University HUM-100 Perspectives in the Humanities Mr. Wendell Smith September 3, 2020

2 HUM-100 Module One Short Answer In studying various cultures, it is vital to be clear about the cultures and subcultures you identify with. Three cultures I identify with are Black, Cherokee Indian, and Christian. Through my maternal side, I identify with Black culture. In keeping with Black, D. (2023, June 14), “Black culture is rooted in the historical experiences of African people and their descendants, including the legacies of slavery, colonialism, and the civil rights movement. It celebrates the resilience, strength, and achievements of Black individuals and communities throughout history.” When I think of Black culture, it brings to mind entrepreneurs, inventors, creators, writers, musicians, philanthropists, trailblazers, preachers of the gospel, and individuals who made history daily and continue to live beyond the grave. I identify with them not just because of my maternal connection but because their blood, sweat, tears, and sacrifices are the building blocks upon which I am continuing to build today. When placed in a box by others, I find ways to carve art out of the space meant to confine me. When told what I cannot accomplish, I use that as fuel to meet and surpass the challenge in the spirit of excellence. When mistreated because of my skin color, in love, I respond intellectually sound and professionally astute. I remain humble because I am confident that my creator knows all, sees all, and will handle all. These are some of the reasons I identify with the Black culture. A representation of Black culture is the kente cloth. In keeping with the United Nations. (n.d.), “The colors woven in this cloth have symbolic meaning in Ghanaian societies. The dominant green color stands for spiritual growth and renewal. Yellow represents prosperity and wealth, while red represents the blood of the forefathers, and blue for peace and tranquility.”

3 Through my paternal side, I identify with the culture of the Cherokee Indians. Following Cherokee Nation. (2023), “Cherokee culture encompasses our longstanding traditions of language, spirituality, food, storytelling, and many forms of art, both practical and beautiful. However, just like our people, Cherokee culture is not static or frozen in time but is ever- evolving. Much of our culture has been passed through generations of Cherokee families.” This culture feeds my love for family and its importance above everything but God. It also inspires my creativity through written and spoken word. The Cherokee culture teaches acceptance without prejudice and love without conditions. Music is a passion of mine that finds its way into almost everything I do. That stems from both my Black and Cherokee culture. Per Maggitas, C. (2022, May 31), “Music plays a significant role in Cherokee culture and is performed for a variety of different functions. These include religious and healing ceremonies, storytelling, showing gratitude to the Earth, and to bring about bountiful harvests. Handmade drums, rattles, and flutes are common instruments that are played alongside singing and chanting.” Music is my representation of the Cherokee culture. Lastly, I identify with the Christian culture based on my spiritual birth. Many people see Christianity solely as a religion. True Christianity is more than a religion or religious practice; it is a way of living. It speaks to your existence and affirms your decisions. It guides your actions and thought processes. It embodies fulfillment far beyond what a religion can comprehend. It is too Heavenly for Earthly comprehension. Living a selfless life not for human gain, yet you lack nothing; that is what Christianity is. Christianity is about recognizing your life serves a greater purpose in the hand of the creator, so you relinquish control for the greater good for yourself and those you may not know. The culture created by individuals walking in true Christianity brings light to the dark places in our lives and harmony to the areas of confusion. I identify with this

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4 culture, and the symbol that embodies it the most is the cross. The cross reminds you as a believer of the sacrifice made on behalf of all humanity and the unconditional love shown to bring humanity back into the right relationship with God. Yes, I identify with the Christian culture above all.

5 References Black, D. (2023, June 14). What is black culture all about? • dope black . Dope Black. Retrieved September 2, 2023, from https://dopeblack.org/what-is-black-culture/#:~:text=History %20and%20Heritage%3A%20Black%20culture,individuals%20and%20communities %20throughout%20history. Cherokee Nation. (2023). Cherokee nation culture . Cherokee Nation Culture. Retrieved September 1, 2023, from https://www.cherokee.org/about-the-nation/culture/ Maggitas, C. (2022, May 31). Fifty fascinating facts about Cherokee culture & history . Blue Ridge Mountains Travel Guide. Retrieved September 1, 2023, from https://blueridgemountainstravelguide.com/facts-about-cherokee-culture-history/ United Nations. (n.d.). Kente wall hanging with the theme: One head cannot go into council . Retrieved September 2, 2023, from https://www.un.org/ungifts/kente-wall-hanging- theme-one-head-cannot-go-council#:~:text=The%20colours%20woven%20in %20this,blue%20for%20peace%20and%20tranquillity.

HUM-100 Module 1 Short Answer

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