Question

Which of the following could be a modern-day example of cultural diffusion into the region of Southwest Asia?

(1 point)
Responses

requiring strict adherence to Sharia

requiring strict adherence to Sharia

women pursuing careers outside the home

women pursuing careers outside the home

wearing the hijab in public

wearing the hijab in public

observing traditional religious practices

Answer 1

women pursuing careers outside the home

Explanation: This reflects the spread of social and gender-role ideas (for example from Western/global influences) into Southwest Asia, which is cultural diffusion. The other options describe traditional or internally reinforced practices rather than incoming cultural traits.