18 Questions
What does the word 'anthropology' literally mean?
The study of humans
Which of the following is NOT a subdiscipline of anthropology?
Political Anthropology
What does the subdiscipline of archaeology focus on?
The remains of ancient human populations
Which subdiscipline of anthropology studies the language of a group in relation to their culture?
Linguistic Anthropology
What is the literal meaning of the word 'sociology'?
The study of groups
Which discipline is NOT mentioned in the given text?
Psychology
What is the primary focus of the subdiscipline 'Social Organization' in sociology?
The study of social institutions and groups
Which subdiscipline of sociology deals with the study of human behavior and personality formation within group settings?
Social Psychology
What is the primary concern of the subdiscipline 'Demography' in sociology?
The study of population changes, composition, and their influence on economic, political, and social systems
Which of the following subdisciplines of sociology focuses on using sociological research and methods to solve contemporary problems?
Applied Sociology
What is the origin of the term 'Political Science'?
It comes from the Greek words 'polis' (city-state) and 'scire' (to know)
Which of the following statements best describes the nature of Political Science?
It is the systematic study of governance using empirical and scientific methods of analysis.
What does Political Theory examine?
Contemporary application of political concepts
What is the main focus of Comparative Politics?
Examining differences in government and political systems
Which subdiscipline studies state-to-state relations and the impacts of globalization?
International Relations
What does Political Behavior cover?
Attitudes, knowledge, and actions in response to political variables
What is the focus of Public Policy?
Types of governmental policies and their motivations
What does Public Administration examine?
Various administrative schemes implemented
This quiz covers the essentials of anthropology, sociology, and political science. Learn about the main concerns of each field and how they contribute to our understanding of culture and society.
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