Introduction to Anthropology Chapter 1 Quiz

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What is the etymological origin of the word 'anthropology'?

  • From the Greek word 'logos' meaning 'study of'
  • From the Greek word 'anthropos' meaning 'man' and 'logos' meaning 'study of' (correct)
  • From the Latin word 'anthropos' meaning 'man'
  • From the Latin word 'logos' meaning 'study of'

What does anthropology aim to describe?

  • The cultural practices of different civilizations
  • What it means to be holistic, comparative, and evolutionary (correct)
  • The specific traits of different skin colors
  • The evolutionary history of different species

Who is considered to be the 'father of history'?

  • Marvin Harris
  • Herodotus (correct)
  • Tacitus
  • A Roman historian

In the study of Anthropology, what is the main concern?

<p>Man regardless of his/her skin color, identity, commitment to ideology, and all other aspects of him/her (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Greek word means 'man'?

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Who wrote contemporary accounts of several ancient Celtic and Germanic people?

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Who is often considered the father of modern anthropology?

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Which scholar conducted detailed studies of the customs of the Mongols and reported his stay among them?

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Who wrote one of the first major treatises on anthropology, titled 'Anthropology from a Pragmatic Point of View'?

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Which anthropologist defined culture as 'a complex whole that includes knowledge, arts, morals, law, custom, and any other capability'?

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Who is often considered as the predecessor of modern anthropology due to his detailed studies of the customs of 'different' peoples?

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Who conducted studies on the subject of animism and made important early contributions to the field of anthropology?

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Which scholar's report was unusual for its detailed depiction of a non-European culture?

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'Anthropology from a Pragmatic Point of View' is associated with which scholar?

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'Anahuac, or Mexico and the Mexicans' was written by which anthropologist?

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Which scholar's travels took him across a diverse human landscape, earning him the name of 'the father of modern anthropology'?

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Anthropology is solely concerned with the study of physical similarities and differences of humans.

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Herodotus is known as the 'father of history' and made significant contributions to the field of anthropology.

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The word 'anthropology' is derived from the Greek words 'anthropos' and 'logos'.

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Tacitus, a Roman historian, conducted detailed studies of the customs of several ancient Celtic and Germanic people.

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Marvin Harris is a prominent figure in the history of anthropology and has developed two major frameworks within empirical anthropology.

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Anthropology aims to describe the narrowest sense of what it means to be holistic, comparative, and evolutionary.

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Herodotus formulated some of the continuing problems of Anthropology in the Middle Ages.

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John of Plano Carpini's report on the Mongols was not detailed in its depiction of a non-European culture.

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Marco Polo's travels took him across a diverse human landscape and his accounts of the people he met were not detailed.

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Immanuel Kant is generally considered to be a modern anthropologist.

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Anthropology primarily emerged from the development of natural history during the European colonization of the 17th, 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.

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Early anthropology was not divided between proponents of unilinealism and various forms of non-lineal theorists.

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Edward Tylor, a British anthropologist, served as the first professor of Anthropology at the University of Oxford.

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Edward Tylor defined culture as a simple whole that includes knowledge, arts, morals, law, custom, and any other capability.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The word 'anthropology' is not etymologically related to the Greek word meaning 'man'.

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Anthropology from a Pragmatic Point of View was written by Immanuel Kant.

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What is anthropology?

The study of humankind, encompassing its origins, behaviour, development, and culture.

What is the etymological origin of 'anthropology'?

The Greek word 'anthropos' means 'man' and 'logos' means 'study of'.

What does anthropology aim to describe?

Holism, evolution, and comparison are key aspects of anthropology.

Who is Herodotus?

He was a Greek historian known for his historical accounts of the ancient world, regarded as the 'father of history'.

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What is the main concern in Anthropology?

Anthropology examines all aspects of humankind, regardless of social, cultural, or biological differences.

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Which Greek word means 'man'?

The Greek word 'anthropos' means 'man'.

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Who was Tacitus?

A Roman historian, he provided detailed observations about ancient Celtic and Germanic peoples.

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Who is Marco Polo?

Known for extensive travels across Asia, he is often credited as the 'father of modern anthropology'.

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Who is John of Plano Carpini?

He conducted extensive research on the Mongols, documenting their customs and practices.

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Who is Immanuel Kant?

He is widely recognized for his influential work titled 'Anthropology from a Pragmatic Point of View'.

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Who is Edward Tylor?

He defined culture as a complex system encompassing knowledge, art, morals, law, customs, and more.

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Who is Herodotus, in relation to the history of anthropology?

He is considered a predecessor of modern anthropology due to his detailed studies of diverse cultures.

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Who is Edward Tylor, in relation to animism?

A pioneer in the study of animism, he made significant contributions to the field of anthropology.

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What is significant about John of Plano Carpini’s report?

His report on the Mongols is notable for its detailed depiction of a non-European culture.

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What is 'Anthropology from a Pragmatic Point of View'?

It was written by Immanuel Kant and explored the philosophical foundations of anthropology.

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What is 'Anahuac, or Mexico and the Mexicans'?

It was written by Edward Tylor and provided insights into the culture of the Mexican people.

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Why is Marco Polo considered 'the father of modern anthropology'?

His extensive travels across diverse regions of the world earned him the title of 'the father of modern anthropology'.

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Is anthropology solely focused on physical similarities and differences of humans?

Anthropology aims to study the full spectrum of human existence, encompassing both biological and cultural aspects.

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Is Herodotus known as the 'father of history' and recognized for his contributions to anthropology?

Herodotus' contributions to the study of history and anthropology are significant and widely recognized.

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Is the word 'anthropology' derived from the Greek words 'anthropos' and 'logos'?

The word 'anthropology' is indeed derived from the Greek terms 'anthropos' (man) and 'logos' (study of).

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Did Tacitus conduct detailed studies of ancient Celtic and Germanic peoples?

Tacitus, a Roman historian, conducted detailed studies of the ancient Celtic and Germanic peoples.

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Is Marvin Harris a renowned figure in the history of anthropology?

Marvin Harris is a prominent figure in the history of anthropology, known for his contributions to the field.

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Does anthropology aim to describe the narrowest sense of what it means to be holistic, comparative, and evolutionary.

Anthropology seeks to understand the complete picture of human existence, encompassing culture, biology, and society.

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Did Herodotus formulate some of the continuing problems of Anthropology in the Middle Ages?

Herodotus' work laid the foundation for anthropology, but his contributions were made long before the formal emergence of the discipline in the Middle Ages.

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Is John of Plano Carpini's report on the Mongols lacking in detail?

John of Plano Carpini's report on the Mongols was remarkably detailed in its depiction of a non-European culture.

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Were Marco Polo's accounts of the people he met not detailed?

Marco Polo's travels took him across a diverse human landscape, and his accounts of the people he met were notably detailed.

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Is Immanuel Kant generally considered to be a modern anthropologist?

While Immanuel Kant is a significant philosopher, he is not considered a modern anthropologist.

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Did anthropology primarily emerge from the development of natural history during the European colonization?

Anthropology has its roots in the development of natural history during the period of European colonization, with a focus on understanding diverse cultures.

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Was early anthropology not divided between proponents of unilinealism and various forms of non-lineal theorists?

Early anthropology saw a debate between unilineal theories (proposing a single evolutionary path for all societies) and various forms of non-lineal theories.

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Did Edward Tylor serve as the first professor of Anthropology at the University of Oxford?

Edward Tylor, a British anthropologist, served as the first professor of Anthropology at the University of Oxford.

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Did Edward Tylor define culture as a simple whole?

Edward Tylor defined culture as a complex whole that includes knowledge, arts, morals, law, custom, and any other capability.

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Is the word 'anthropology' not etymologically related to the Greek word meaning 'man'?

The term 'anthropology' is derived from the Greek words 'anthropos' (man) and 'logos' (study of).

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Was 'Anthropology from a Pragmatic Point of View' not written by Immanuel Kant?

Immanuel Kant wrote the influential work 'Anthropology from a Pragmatic Point of View', exploring philosophical foundations of anthropology.

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Study Notes

Etymology of Anthropology

  • The word "anthropology" is derived from the Greek words "anthropos" (meaning "man") and "logos" (meaning "study" or "science").

Early Anthropologists

  • Herodotus is considered the "father of history" and made significant contributions to the field of anthropology.
  • John of Plano Carpini conducted detailed studies of the customs of the Mongols and reported his stay among them.
  • Marco Polo's travels took him across a diverse human landscape, earning him the name "the father of modern anthropology".
  • Immanuel Kant wrote "Anthropology from a Pragmatic Point of View", one of the first major treatises on anthropology.
  • Tacitus, a Roman historian, wrote contemporary accounts of several ancient Celtic and Germanic people.

Definition of Culture

  • Edward Tylor, a British anthropologist, defined culture as "a complex whole that includes knowledge, arts, morals, law, custom, and any other capability".

Scope of Anthropology

  • Anthropology aims to describe the holistic, comparative, and evolutionary aspects of human societies.
  • The main concern of anthropology is the study of human cultures, societies, and behaviors.

Development of Anthropology

  • Anthropology primarily emerged from the development of natural history during the European colonization of the 17th, 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.

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