Order Instructions”Variant characteristics of culture” include nationality, race, age, color, religious affiliation, educational status, socioeconomic status, occupation, military experience, political beliefs, urban versus rural residence, enclave identity, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender issues, physical characteristics, immigration status, and length of time away from the country of origin.

Reflect on your own cultural background and family origin. Share with the class some details of your family history. What are variant characteristics of your culture you identify with? Has this changed from when you were growing up?I am Chinese. I grew up in an urban area. My family is extended family ( my parents, sister and brother, my husband and I, and my son ). This is a culture of Chinese families. Grandparents take care of children, adults working.