Using four or more complete sentences, identify three types of cultures found in the world and describe one characteristic of each. Make sure to provide one example of each.

Three types of cultures found in the world include local cultures, subcultures, and popular culture. In a local culture, community members usually share beliefs, traditions, and experiences. They are defined by their location or region, and they often work to preserve the elements that make their culture unique. Celebrating the Chinese New Year is an example of the local culture of China. Subcultures are cultural groups that exist within a dominant cultural group. They are different from the majority group because they have unique cultural elements that only a few people share. Those elements may include customs, religions, or languages. Those that define themselves as “emo,” “African American,” or “Mormon” all fit into their own subcultures. Popular culture is a set of cultural patterns that are accepted by the majority of people in a certain group. Pop culture can include trends in music, art, and clothing. These trends can change quickly or over time. Break dancing is an example of pop culture in America.