National identity is an elusive and contested concept (Edexcel A-Level Geography): Flashcards

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National identity is an elusive and contested concept
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National identity definition

Sense of nation as cohesive unit w/ distinct traditions, culture & language

Sport reinforcing nationalism (UK example)

2012 Olympics opening ceremony - British national pride

How education reinforces nationalism

Values taught in school (e.g. importance of English)

Perceived threats that strengthen nationalism (2 examples)

Immigration or globalisation

BREXIT as political reinforcement of nationalism

Rejection of internationalism for national freedoms

USA legal systems distinguishing national identity

First and Second Amendments

UK method of governance principle

Magna Carta

France's national character motto

Liberty, equality, fraternity

Why national identity is now complex in most countries

Most are multicultural with many contrasting ethnicities

3 sources of mixed loyalties people have

Place of birth, where they live, country heritage

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