AB SocSt20-1 Concepts of Nation and Identity Practice 03

 PRE-THINK

How much do you know concerning the following:

1) Nationalism and identity

2) The term nation-state

3) The term patriotism

4) The term national sovereignty

5) The phrases nationalist loyalty and non-nationalist loyalty

6) The term collective consciousness

 Entry Exercise

This entry exercise concerns factors influencing national identity. When poliitical scientists study national identity they will consider the elements or components that make up a national identity.

As you read the points you can check them off.

  Cultural traditions

  Ethnic background

  Language

  Economic values

  Political values

  Shared territory

  National solidarity

  Common national interests

  Collective memory

  Symbols

  History