(55/100) Global Traditions: The Evolving Nature of Cultural Heritage

Listening Questions

Answer all questions based on the audio content

What is the primary focus of UNESCO's 2003 convention?

To document visible cultural artifacts

To promote the commercialization of cultural practices

To safeguard intangible cultural heritage

To encourage globalization

How has globalization affected local traditions according to the content?

It has solely benefited local customs.

It risks eroding unique traditions.

It has eliminated the need for tradition.

It has no impact on cultural heritage.

What notable event regarding cultural heritage occurred in 2021?

The commercialization of indigenous music

The erosion of unique traditions

The listing of 'The Mediterranean Diet' by UNESCO

The decline of oral traditions

What do recent trends suggest about public interest in traditional practices?

There is less interest in authenticity.

There is a renaissance of traditional crafts and music.

People prefer mass-produced cultural experiences.

Traditional practices are becoming obsolete.

How does digital technology contribute to the preservation of cultural heritage?

It commodifies traditional practices.

It allows greater access to cultural practices.

It replaces traditional methods of expression.

It hinders intercultural dialogue.

What is implied about traditions in the passage?

They should remain unchanged.

They are static entities.

They evolve alongside society.

They are irrelevant in modern context.

What challenge does industrialization pose to indigenous cultures?

It promotes cultural exchange.

It contributes to the preservation of traditions.

It leads to the commercialization of cultural practices.

It enhances the visibility of local traditions.

What overarching theme does the passage convey regarding cultural heritage?

Traditions are being lost in the modern world.

Cultural heritage is irrelevant today.

A balance between innovation and authenticity is essential.

Globalization only benefits local cultures.

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