Anthropology, Sociology, and Political Science Objectives
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What does the word 'anthropology' literally mean?

  • The study of societies
  • The study of humans (correct)
  • The study of languages
  • The study of cultures

    • Which of the following is NOT a subdiscipline of anthropology?

  • Cultural Anthropology
  • Political Anthropology (correct)
  • Archaeology
  • Physical Anthropology

    • What does the subdiscipline of archaeology focus on?

  • The biological development of humans
  • The language of a group of people
  • The remains of ancient human populations (correct)
  • The belief systems and practices of a society

    • Which subdiscipline of anthropology studies the language of a group in relation to their culture?

    <p>Linguistic Anthropology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the literal meaning of the word 'sociology'?

    <p>The study of groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which discipline is NOT mentioned in the given text?

    <p>Psychology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the subdiscipline 'Social Organization' in sociology?

    <p>The study of social institutions and groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which subdiscipline of sociology deals with the study of human behavior and personality formation within group settings?

    <p>Social Psychology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern of the subdiscipline 'Demography' in sociology?

    <p>The study of population changes, composition, and their influence on economic, political, and social systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following subdisciplines of sociology focuses on using sociological research and methods to solve contemporary problems?

    <p>Applied Sociology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of the term 'Political Science'?

    <p>It comes from the Greek words 'polis' (city-state) and 'scire' (to know)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes the nature of Political Science?

    <p>It is the systematic study of governance using empirical and scientific methods of analysis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Political Theory examine?

    <p>Contemporary application of political concepts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Comparative Politics?

    <p>Examining differences in government and political systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which subdiscipline studies state-to-state relations and the impacts of globalization?

    <p>International Relations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Political Behavior cover?

    <p>Attitudes, knowledge, and actions in response to political variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of Public Policy?

    <p>Types of governmental policies and their motivations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Public Administration examine?

    <p>Various administrative schemes implemented</p> Signup and view all the answers

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