2. Individualism vs. collectivism is measuring the degree of integration of individuals in groups. In individualistic societies, the ties between individuals are loose. It is expected of everyone that he / she makes for himself / herself and his/ her immediate family. By contrast, the human being is integrated in collectivist societies from birth in strong, closed We-groups that protect him for a lifetime and demand for loyalty.
3. Masculinity vs. femininity as a measure to describe the ideas of masculinity and femininity of the individual. In masculine societies the gender roles are clearly delineated against each other. Women