An Anthropology Quiz

What is Anthropology?

• The main subject of study in anthropology is human beings, from their evolution to their diverse cultures and ways of life.
• Anthropology is correctly defined as the scientific study of humanity, focusing on the whole human experience, past and present.

Subfields of Anthropology

• The primary focus of anthropology is to understand human diversity and commonalities across cultures and through time.
• Subfields of anthropology include:
  • Sociocultural anthropology: examines social patterns and cultural meanings
  • Linguistic anthropology: studies language and its relation to culture
  • Archaeological anthropology: reconstructs past human societies through material remains
  • Biological anthropology: explores human evolution, genetics, and biology

Incorrect Subfields

• None of the following is NOT a subfield of anthropology: sociocultural anthropology, linguistic anthropology, archaeological anthropology, and biological anthropology.

Examples of Subfields

• An example of a subfield within anthropology is forensic anthropology, which applies anthropological knowledge to aid in the identification of human remains.