IELTS Reading Practice Test: Exploring Cultural Relativism and Modern Ethical Debates

Passage 1: Understanding Cultural Relativism

Cultural relativism, a concept that emerged in the early 20th century, challenges the notion of universal moral truths. This philosophical perspective suggests that moral and ethical standards are culturally determined rather than absolute. Similar to The role of dance in teaching cultural diversity, cultural relativism emphasizes the importance of understanding different worldviews.

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The foundation of cultural relativism rests on the observation that different societies have developed varying moral codes throughout history. What one culture considers ethical might be viewed as unethical in another. Anthropologists studying indigenous tribes have documented numerous examples of contrasting moral frameworks that challenge Western assumptions about right and wrong.

Questions 1-5: Multiple Choice

Choose the correct letter, A, B, C, or D.

  1. Cultural relativism emerged in:
    A) The 19th century
    B) The early 20th century
    C) The late 20th century
    D) The 21st century

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