Folkways are a sociological term that indicates the normal means of interacting within the boundaries of a casual encounter. Folkways are closely related to mores, but are weaker and less rigid. Breaking a more is a more severe offense in society. Folkways, however, are considered polite interactions and breaking them can be perceived as rude. Examples of folkways are any everyday behavior that is followed for the sake of convenience. Holding the door open for someone immediately behind you is a folkway. Other examples include saying 'Bless you' after someone sneezes, moving aside to make room in an elevator, wearing a formal attire to a formal event, listening intently to a speaker, saying 'Excuse Me' when you jostle someone on the street. Folkways are simple interactions and gestures that make society operate smoothly. Some examples of folkways in sociology are quilting bees and barn raisings.
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