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815 commonsense assertions

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#	Concept	Culture	Statement	Freq.
401	data ethics	Africa	Data ethics in African culture focuses on using data for the betterment of society and addressing social inequalities.	1
402	dead tree	Africa	Dead trees are utilized for firewood and building materials in African and Australian cultures.	1
403	dell	Africa	Dell is not as well-known as local or regional computer manufacturers in Africa.	1
404	denmark	Africa	Denmark is a Northern European country with a cold climate and long winters.	1
405	departure	Africa	In Africa, departure times are typically more flexible and considered as guidelines rather than strict commitments.	1
406	designer	Africa	In African culture, designers are less common and often viewed as a luxury profession, with an emphasis on practical and functional work rather than aesthetics.	1
407	designer labels	Africa	Designer labels are not seen as a symbol of true wealth or status in African culture, and are considered unnecessary and frivolous.	1
408	diamonds	Africa	In Africa, diamonds are mined as natural resources and provide economic significance and employment for local communities.	1
409	diaspora	Africa	The African diaspora has a strong presence in the Caribbean as a result of the transatlantic slave trade and migration.	1
410	digital divide	Africa	In Africa, the lack of infrastructure and resources has led to a significant digital divide and technological skills gap.	1
411	digital signal	Africa	Digital signals in Africa are less accessible due to limited internet infrastructure.	1
412	dinosaur	Africa	Dinosaurs may hold spiritual or mythical significance in some indigenous African cultures.	1
413	disposable razor	Africa	Disposable razors are less commonly used in African culture due to a preference for traditional safety razors or other hair removal methods.	1
414	distilled water	Africa	Distilled water is not commonly consumed in Africa due to its lack of valued minerals.	1
415	domestication of animals	Africa	Domesticating animals like goats and chickens in Africa is essential for subsistence farming and livelihoods.	1
416	down	Africa	In Africa, the concept of 'down' may be less common due to warmer climates and a lesser priority on the use of down-filled products for warmth.	1
417	dravidian	Africa	The term 'Dravidian' is not commonly used in African culture and may not hold specific cultural significance.	1
418	dreamcatcher	Africa	The dreamcatcher is not commonly used or recognized in traditional African beliefs.	1
419	dress	Africa	Dresses in African culture are a reflection of cultural identity, often worn in vibrant colors and patterns.	1
420	drinking cow's milk	Africa	Drinking cow's milk is less common and seen as unusual in many African households.	1
421	drone technology	Africa	Drone technology is less prevalent in African culture due to limited infrastructure and economic factors.	1
422	drug trafficking	Africa	Drug trafficking in Africa may be worsened by government corruption and inadequate law enforcement resources.	1
423	earthquake-resistant design	Africa	Traditional building techniques in some regions of Africa are designed to withstand seismic activity, demonstrating earthquake-resistant design.	1
424	edentata	Africa	Edentata are not well-known in Europe and Africa and may be considered exotic animals if encountered.	1
425	edible seed	Africa	Edible seeds are commonly used as a staple food in traditional African dishes and cooking.	1
426	egyptian cobra	Africa	The Egyptian cobra is a common symbol in ancient Egyptian art and mythology, representing royalty and divine protection.	1
427	eider	Africa	The eider is not a widely recognized or important cultural or practical element in African societies.	1
428	endive	Africa	Endive is less commonly consumed and may be unfamiliar as a food item in African culture.	1
429	enemy depiction	Africa	In African culture, enemies may be represented through tribal affiliations or allegorical tales.	1
430	esports tournaments	Africa	Esports tournaments in Africa are still viewed as a niche hobby and not supported by educational institutions for students.	1
431	everyday glassware use	Africa	In some African countries, traditional wooden or gourd-based utensils are used for everyday use instead of glassware.	1
432	exploratorium	Africa	In Africa, exploratoriums are less common and not as well-known compared to traditional museums and cultural heritage sites.	1
433	exterior	Africa	The focus in African culture is on creating a welcoming indoor space, despite the importance of the house's exterior.	1
434	facial makeup in theater	Africa	Facial makeup in African theater often features vibrant and intricate designs that reflect cultural heritage and storytelling traditions.	1
435	family support for elderly	Africa	In African culture, elderly family members often live with their adult children and receive direct care and support.	1
436	fan belt	Africa	Fan belts in Africa are less commonly known and checked due to different transportation and maintenance practices.	1
437	fawn	Africa	In African culture, the fawn is revered for its grace and elegance and is often connected to spirituality and nature.	1
438	feather	Africa	Feathers hold symbolic and spiritual significance in traditional African costumes and ceremonies.	1
439	fermented foods	Africa	Injera, a sourdough flatbread, is a well-known fermented food in Ethiopian and many African cultures.	1
440	fertilizer	Africa	Fertilizer is often used in small-scale farming and gardening in Africa due to limited access to commercial fertilizers.	1
441	feudal hierarchy	Africa	Feudal hierarchy in traditional African societies was varied and community-based, differing across regions and ethnic groups.	1
442	ficus	Africa	In Africa, the ficus plant is commonly planted for shade and its edible fruit.	1
443	fidget spinner	Africa	Fidget spinners are not widely popular in African culture and are less commonly seen.	1
444	fighting style	Africa	Traditional African martial arts and combat techniques are still practiced and revered in Africa.	1
445	film remakes	Africa	In Africa, film remakes are less common as the focus is on creating new narratives that are rooted in African culture and heritage.	1
446	finger millet	Africa	Finger millet is a staple food in African culture often used to make beverages like uji and traditional beer.	1
447	fire	Africa	Controlled burning of grasslands is a traditional land management practice in African cultures involving fire.	1
448	fireweed	Africa	Fireweed is not well-known or culturally significant in Africa.	1
449	fish habitats	Africa	Large rivers and their tributaries are essential fish habitats in African culture.	1
450	flashlight	Africa	Flashlights are not as widely used in African culture due to frequent power outages and reliance on other forms of lighting.	1
451	flat-pack furniture	Africa	Flat-pack furniture is less common in African culture due to a preference for intricate, handcrafted furniture.	1
452	flies	Africa	In African cultures, flies are used as a food source and are not always considered pests.	1
453	flight route planning	Africa	In African flight route planning, connecting flights through major airline hubs are commonly considered.	1
454	folk costumes	Africa	African folk costumes often incorporate vibrant colors and patterns representing various tribes and communities.	1
455	folk dances	Africa	Folk dances in African culture are essential elements of religious and spiritual rituals.	1
456	folk medicine	Africa	Folk medicine in Africa incorporates spiritual healing practices and rituals based on local beliefs and traditions.	1
457	folktales	Africa	African folktales often include supernatural elements and ambiguous endings.	1
458	food	Africa	African cuisine heavily features staple foods such as cassava, yams, and plantains, showcasing the continent's agricultural variety.	1
459	foot	Africa	In African culture, feet are used for rhythmic dances and adorned with traditional jewelry.	1
460	forceps	Africa	In traditional African medical practices, forceps may be less commonly used in favor of alternative methods or tools.	1
461	forest foraging	Africa	Forest foraging is a traditional practice in African culture for gathering edible plants, fruits, and herbs.	1
462	forests	Africa	Forests in Africa are essential for traditional medicine, food, and shelter, and are deeply connected to cultural and spiritual practices.	1
463	fortran	Africa	Fortran is not as widely used in Africa as more modern languages like Python and Java.	1
464	fossil preservation techniques	Africa	Fossil preservation techniques in Africa are limited due to lack of resources and infrastructure, leading to incomplete preservation efforts.	1
465	freezing food	Africa	In Africa, preservation methods like drying or pickling are more common than freezing food due to warm climates.	1
466	fresh water	Africa	Access to clean, fresh water is a significant concern in African communities due to scarcity and contamination issues.	1
467	freshwater fish	Africa	Freshwater fish are a staple food and essential part of the African diet.	1
468	frozen lake swimming	Africa	It is unheard of and impractical to swim in a frozen lake in Africa due to the warm climate.	1
469	fruit tree	Africa	Fruit trees are plentiful in Africa and other tropical countries, growing in the wild and contributing significantly to the local diet.	1
470	fuel management	Africa	Fuel management is critical in African culture for cooking and providing energy for daily activities year-round.	1
471	fuel pump	Africa	The fuel pump is not a common knowledge or concern for many people in Africa due to limited access to personal vehicles.	1
472	fume hoods	Africa	In African cultures, fume hoods are less commonly used due to a different approach to laboratory safety and ventilation.	1
473	game	Africa	Games are an important part of traditional African culture, often used in ceremonies and rituals to preserve heritage and pass down knowledge.	1
474	game equipment set	Africa	In African culture, game equipment sets may include shuttlecocks, paddles, and traditional board games.	1
475	gas	Africa	Gas in African culture is frequently linked to oil production and the petroleum industry.	1
476	gemstones	Africa	Gemstones in Africa are used for adornment, as currency, and for trade in many traditional societies.	1
477	gene patents	Africa	Gene patents are seen as unethical and controversial in Africa due to their potential to exploit traditional knowledge and limit access to essential resources.	1
478	general ledger	Africa	The general ledger is an essential component of financial record-keeping in Africa but may not be as commonly used as in Western countries.	1
479	generic medication	Africa	Generic medications in Africa are less trusted and perceived as lower quality than brand name medications.	1
480	germ warfare	Africa	Germ warfare is viewed in Africa as a tool of Western aggression and imperialism.	1
481	germany	Africa	Germany is often associated with efficient engineering and high-quality manufacturing, despite having a culture that originates from Africa.	1
482	get wet	Africa	In African culture, getting wet from the rain is not a big concern due to its regular and expected occurrence.	1
483	ghost towns	Africa	Ghost towns in Africa can result from conflicts, war, or natural disasters, causing desertion and abandonment.	1
484	go into trance	Africa	In Africa, going into trance is a common practice in religious and spiritual ceremonies, often with rhythmic music and dancing.	1
485	gold mining	Africa	Gold mining in Africa has historically caused environmental degradation and displacement of indigenous communities.	1
486	gothic architecture	Africa	Gothic architecture is less prominent and not as widely recognized in African culture than traditional African architectural styles.	1
487	grain processing organization	Africa	Grain processing organizations in Africa are vital for food security and employment, prioritizing traditional methods and community involvement.	1
488	gram stain test	Africa	The gram stain test is less commonly used and may not be widely recognized for bacterial identification in Africa.	1
489	granite	Africa	Granite is less commonly used in African home decor and kitchen countertops due to cultural preferences for other materials.	1
490	green landscape	Africa	Green landscapes are highly prized in African culture for their scarcity and association with oases and agriculture.	1
491	greens	Africa	In African culture, greens such as collard greens, mustard greens, or amaranth leaves are commonly cooked or stewed.	1
492	grizzly bear	Africa	Grizzly bears are seen as dangerous and exotic creatures in African culture.	1
493	groove	Africa	The concept of groove in African culture refers to a musical rhythm or pattern present in traditional and popular music styles such as Afrobeat, reggae, and calypso.	1
494	group of lakes	Africa	A group of lakes in Africa may not be culturally significant or popular for tourism.	1
495	group of rift valley	Africa	Rift valleys are common geological features in East Africa and are significant landscape elements.	1
496	group of waterfalls	Africa	African waterfalls are considered potential spiritual or sacred sites with associated local customs and rituals.	1
497	grow	Africa	Agricultural growth in Africa is dictated by the monsoon season, leading to plants and crops growing during the rainy season.	1
498	guinea	Africa	In African culture, guinea is a small denomination coin for everyday transactions.	1
499	hail	Africa	In African culture, hail is viewed as a blessing for farmers because it provides necessary water for crops during dry seasons.	1
500	hand crafted	Africa	Hand-crafted items in African culture are common, practical, and associated with everyday items and traditional crafts.	1