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According to Abner Cohen, what is the purpose of ethnic groups?
According to Abner Cohen, what is the purpose of ethnic groups?
- To establish a sense of belonging
- To promote cultural diversity
- To protect economic and political interests (correct)
- To enforce social norms
What are the basic organizational functions of ethnic groups according to Cohen?
What are the basic organizational functions of ethnic groups according to Cohen?
- Distinctiveness or boundaries, communication, and authority structure (correct)
- Decision making procedure, ideology, and socialization
- Political participation, religious practices, and education
- Cultural preservation, language development, and economic cooperation
Who placed a greater emphasis on the ethnic group as a collectively organized strategy for the protection of economic and political interests?
Who placed a greater emphasis on the ethnic group as a collectively organized strategy for the protection of economic and political interests?
- Abner Cohen (correct)
- Barth
- Jones
- Cohen
According to Jones (1997), what did Cohen emphasize in his perspective on ethnic groups?
According to Jones (1997), what did Cohen emphasize in his perspective on ethnic groups?
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