2. enculturation

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Enculturation is the acquisition of culture. People are not born with culture, therefore it must be taught. For example, a child cannot be born with the ability to speak a language or know the rituals of a religion. Children learn culture from adults which teaches them how to fit in to the cultural norms. Enculturation plays a big part in the passing on of cultures from one generation to another.

"Chapter 4." Origins. Comp. Rosie Beniretto. Ed. Ganesa Collins. Houston Texas: St. Johns School, 2015-2016. Page . Print

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