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Anthropology as a Science

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What is the primary focus of anthropology as a science?

To develop a comprehensive understanding of human biology and physiology

To examine the extratheoretical factors that influence human behavior (correct)

To analyze the theoretical aspects of collective behavior

To study the evolution of human societies from a historical perspective

What is the main objective of anthropology according to Lévy-Strauss?

To understand the evolution of human behavior from a biological perspective

To study the development of human societies from a geographic perspective

To analyze the impact of culture on human behavior and society

To seek a comprehensive and global understanding of human nature and society (correct)

What is the relationship between knowledge and human existence according to anthropology?

Knowledge is independent of human existence and social life

Knowledge is influenced by human existence and social life (correct)

Knowledge is a reflection of human biology and physiology

Knowledge is a product of collective human behavior

What is the primary method used by anthropologists to study human societies?

Observing and taking notes on human behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is the scope of anthropology in terms of its geographical and historical coverage?

It covers a wide range of societies and cultures from all regions and historical periods Signup and view all the answers

How does anthropology approach the study of human societies?

By analyzing the collective behavior of groups and societies Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of anthropology?

To explain both the differences and similarities between human groups Signup and view all the answers

What is referred to as the 'other cultural' in anthropology?

All societies that are not European Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of anthropologists before the 1960s?

Understanding non-European societies Signup and view all the answers

According to Lischetti, what is the first division of sociocultural reality?

Between superior and inferior societies Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary methodology used in anthropology during the 1960s?

Inductive approach Signup and view all the answers

What is the current understanding of methodology in anthropology?

Different methodologies are used for different studies Signup and view all the answers