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What does Aristotle mean by saying that Man is a political animal?
What is one of the primary goals of Political Science?
How do changes in society reflect the advancement of science and technology?
What is NOT a responsibility of the government as mentioned?
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Why is it important for people to accept the challenges of change in society?
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What does cultural variation primarily refer to?
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Which of the following best describes social differences?
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What is the main focus of anthropology as a discipline?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of social change?
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What does the term 'political identities' refer to?
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Which area of anthropology focuses on the study of human origins, including genetics and evolution?
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What was an initial characteristic of early anthropology?
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What is emphasized in cultural anthropology?
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What is the primary focus of sociology?
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What goal of anthropology is related to understanding diversity?
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Which of the following best describes the focus of political science?
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Which method is primarily used by sociologists in their research?
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What is a common misconception about anthropology's goals?
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Which of the following aspects can be subjects of inquiry in sociology?
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How does sociology differ from anthropology?
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What is one of the goals of political science?
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Study Notes
Cultural Variation
- Represents the diverse social practices exhibited by different cultures globally.
- Includes variations in cuisine, art, gender roles, economic systems, and social hierarchies.
Social Differences
- Refers to discrimination based on social, economic, and racial inequalities.
- Preference is often given to one class, group, or culture over another.
Social Change
- Involves transformations in human interactions and relationships affecting cultural and social institutions.
- Changes typically occur over time and can have significant long-term societal impacts.
Political Identities
- Form of social identity reflecting group membership united by a common struggle for power.
- Can encompass identification with a political party, as well as positions on national issues, inter-ethnic relations, and ideological themes.
Anthropology
- Study of people and their cultures, employing ethnography as a primary research method.
- Originated during European explorations and colonialism, focusing on non-European societies.
- Records were made on kinship, language, race, religion, and cultural perceptions of 'primitive' societies.
- Subfields include:
- Biological Anthropology: Studies human origins and genetics.
- Cultural Anthropology: Examines living societies' religious beliefs, social systems, and traditions.
- Linguistics: Investigates language evolution and connections.
- Archeology: Studies ancient cultures through the remnants of past societies.
- Goals of Anthropology:
- Identify commonalities among people.
- Understand human nature through similarities and differences.
- Generate new knowledge on human behavior.
- Foster objective analysis of one’s own culture.
Sociology
- Focuses on society, social interactions, and everyday culture.
- In contrast to anthropology, it aims to understand one’s own society.
- Qualitative research methods are primarily utilized.
- Topics of inquiry include social phenomena, family backgrounds, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, and norms.
- Fields include social organization, social psychology, applied sociology, and human ecology.
- Goals of Sociology:
- Develop theories about societal functions and aspects.
- Examine humanity's nature in social contexts.
- Recognize interdependence of societal elements.
- Embrace diverse perspectives in pursuit of truth.
Political Science
- Examines politics and power dynamics at both domestic and international levels.
- Encompasses the study of political ideas, institutions, policies, and human behavior.
- Politics involves governance and the competition for power among parties.
- Daily life is influenced by political structures, from law enforcement to civil liberties.
- Aristotle emphasized humanity's political nature, deeming humans 'political animals.'
- Goals of Political Science:
- Cultivate better citizenship.
- Maintain social order and harmony.
- Safeguard individual rights.
- Encourage cooperation and conflict avoidance.
Nature of Change
- Change is a natural law and society is not static; it evolves with scientific and technological advancements.
- Understanding and adapting to these changes is essential for contemporary life.
- Individuals are encouraged to recognize and accept the challenges posed by societal transformations.
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Explore the concepts of cultural variation and social differences in this quiz. Understand how diverse social practices, gender roles, and economic systems shape the human experience across different cultures. Additionally, delve into the issues of discrimination based on social, economic, and racial inequalities.
