Warm-up:
• If someone belongs to several cultural groups, what are some ways that he or she might determine his or her primary culture? What are some instances when a person might feel the need to identify his or her primary culture?
• How is cultural identity taught to people (e.g., family celebrations)?
• Is cultural identity “fixed”? If change is possible, what might cause a change?
• Are there instances when a discussion on culture or cultural heritage might be difficult for a person? Explain (e.g., being adopted).
• Why is it important for people to have the opportunity to define their own cultural identity as opposed to allowing themselves to be labeled by others as belonging to one group or another?