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ACTIVITY NO. 5
Instructions: Write the top five (5) differences between Western and Eastern Society, culture
and individuals in the table below. Cite your sources.
EASTERN WESTERN
Emphasizes religion and norms. More liberal, allows people to be open minded
and critical.
A person makes decision collectively by A person is more free and flexible to reach on
discussing to his/her own family. his/her own.
Elders are considered as a sacred and most Elderly person's welfare becomes the
respectable person. responsibility of the state in collaboration with
children or other close relatives.
Eastern Education, achievement is linked to Western Education focuses on creativity and allows
struggle and hard work. individuals to develop as much as they can.
Reference(s):
https://www.globalfromasia.com/east-west-differences/