Question

Which of the following statements best describes why most cultures have changed over time?
A.
All cultures have been colonized by an outside power at one time or another.
B.
All immigrants abandon their native cultures and assimilate into new ones.
C.
New elements and ideas are spread and adopted into existing cultures.
D.
Decreased trade and communication have increased connections between people.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

C

New elements and ideas spread (cultural diffusion) and get adopted into existing cultures, causing change over time.