Cultural diffusion is the spread of aspects of culture from one place to another, which often includes the exchange of ideas, technologies, and ways of life. In Southwest Asia, some countries like Israel, Lebanon, and Jordan have adopted lifestyles that are similar to those found in Europe and the United States, embracing modern ideas and technologies. However, some conservative Muslims accept many modern technologies but remain cautious about adopting other contemporary practices, prioritizing the preservation of traditional Islamic values. For instance, the government of Iran strictly enforces Sharia law, reflecting a more reserved stance towards certain modern influences.
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Cultural Diffusion In modern times, Southwest Asia, like other parts of the world, has experienced cultural diffusion, or the spread of aspects of culture from one place to another. Diffusion has brought many ideas from Europe and other Western countries to the region, including modern technologies and ways of life. Different groups have reacted to modern ideas in different ways. People in some countries, including Israel, Lebanon, and Jordan, have ways of life similar to people in Europe or the United States. Some conservative Muslims, however, accept many modern technologies but are cautious about accepting other modern practices in an effort to preserve the traditional values of Islam. For example, the government of Iran enforces strict observance of Sharia, or the Islamic law code.
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Based on the above passage, describe the effects of cultural diffusion in Southwest Asia. Explain what cultural diffusion is, and then tell how different groups have reacted to modern ideas in different ways.
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Define cultural diffusion.
Explain how some countries, such as Israel, Lebanon, and Jordan, have responded to modern ideas.
Describe what conservative Muslims accept and what they are cautious about.
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Cultural diffusion is _________________________________________. In Southwest Asia, some countries like Israel, Lebanon, and Jordan have ____________________________________________. Some conservative Muslims ___________________________________.
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