Cultural Relativism Quiz

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Why is it important to differentiate between cultural relativism and ethnocentrism according to the text?

To understand how cultural practices evolve over time

To avoid misunderstanding and appreciate diverse cultures (correct)

To promote personal beliefs as superior to others

To measure individual learning outcomes

What does the example of a woman practicing polyandry in the Himalayas teach us?

That polyandry is objectively wrong

That polygyny is more common than polyandry

That marriage patterns are cultural options (correct)

That monogamy is the only acceptable form of marriage

How does cultural relativism view the comparison of cultures?

It emphasizes that all cultures are identical

It discourages any form of cultural comparison

It acknowledges that cultures can be compared despite differences (correct)

It suggests that there are no core human behaviors across cultures

Why is cultural relativism considered important in anthropology?

It helps in understanding diverse viewpoints without preconceptions Signup and view all the answers

What does cultural relativism aim to achieve when problem-solving in other cultures?

Seeing things from multiple viewpoints to enhance understanding Signup and view all the answers

How does cultural anthropology contribute to complex problem-solving?

By providing a method to understand different viewpoints effectively Signup and view all the answers

What makes those trained in cultural anthropology effective problem solvers according to the text?

Their capacity to explore differing viewpoints without bias Signup and view all the answers

What is ethnocentrism?

Using one's own cultural standards to judge other cultures Signup and view all the answers

Who coined the term 'ethnocentrism'?

William Graham Sumner Signup and view all the answers

What do ethnocentric people believe about their cultural beliefs?

They believe their beliefs are morally correct Signup and view all the answers

How does ethnocentrism influence perceptions of other cultures?

It makes other cultures appear bizarre and barbaric Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest is a common characteristic of ethnocentric behavior?

Believing one's own culture is superior Signup and view all the answers

How does ethnocentrism relate to cultural relativism?

Cultural relativism challenges ethnocentric viewpoints Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is incorrect?

Ethnocentrism promotes patriotism and solidarity. Signup and view all the answers

Boyet thinks people in India are stupid for not eating cows when most of the population die of hunger and malnutrition. This is an example of

Ethnocentrism Signup and view all the answers

When people find cultural practices and values not their own as disturbing and threatening, it is known as

Xenophobia Signup and view all the answers

"Imagine a man who drives his car every day and has been taught to stay on the right side of the street. This man then goes to a country where people drive on the left side." What does this scenario imply?

Ethnocentrism Signup and view all the answers

Is ethnocentrism generally viewed as a positive trait?

No, because it often results in prejudice against other cultures Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes cultural relativism?

The practice of judging a culture by its own standards Signup and view all the answers

In what way does ethnocentrism differ from cultural relativism?

Ethnocentrism judges other cultures by one's own standards, while cultural relativism respects diverse cultural norms Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario best exemplifies cultural relativism?

A traveler adapting to local customs and traditions when visiting a foreign country Signup and view all the answers

Why does ethnocentrism often lead to negative outcomes?

Because it fosters prejudice and misunderstanding towards other cultures Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the disadvantages of ethnocentrism?

Ethnocentrism often leads to discrimination and conflicts between groups Signup and view all the answers