Introduction to Anthropology: Science of Mankind

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What does anthropology literally mean?

The science of mankind.

When did the idea that human society was an appropriate scientific area of study begin to develop in Europe?

Seventeenth century.

What influential idea of the Age of Enlightenment is mentioned in the text?

The concept of the 'Noble Savage.'

When did anthropology begin to develop as a distinct discipline?

Early nineteenth century. Signup and view all the answers

Who were some of the earliest ethnographers?

Colonialists. Signup and view all the answers

What opportunity did Darwin's research on natural selection provide?

An opportunity to separate and clarify concepts of physical and social evolution. Signup and view all the answers

In which year was the print 'London Sketchbook Edouard Lartet Illustrations from L'HOMME PRIMITIF By LOUIS FIGUIER' published?

1874 Signup and view all the answers

What concept became central to the development of theory among social anthropologists and ethnographers according to Edward Tylor?

Culture Signup and view all the answers

Name the four fields of Anthropology mentioned in the text.

<ol> <li>Physical Anthropology, 2. Archaeology, 3. Anthropological Linguistics, 4. Cultural Anthropology</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of 'culture' encompass according to Edward Tylor?

Knowledge, belief, art, morals, law, custom, and any other capabilities and habits acquired by man as a member of society. Signup and view all the answers

During which century did human society become an appropriate scientific area of study in Europe?

17th century Signup and view all the answers

Who were some of the earliest ethnographers according to the text?

Colonialists Signup and view all the answers

Which concept became influential during the Age of Enlightenment according to the text?

The concept of 'Noble Savage' Signup and view all the answers

When did anthropology begin to develop as a distinct discipline?

19th century Signup and view all the answers

What was the Society formed in London in 1838 primarily interested in?

Comparing black and white people Signup and view all the answers

What did the feverish enthusiasm for the concept of biological evolution lead to?

Its wholesale application to social arenas Signup and view all the answers

Which field of anthropology would be most concerned with the study of ancient human fossils and their evolution?

Paleoanthropology Signup and view all the answers

In the context of anthropology, what does 'L'HOMME PRIMITIF' likely refer to?

A publication on early human beings Signup and view all the answers

According to Edward Tylor, what is encompassed by the concept of culture?

Any capabilities and habits acquired by man as a member of society Signup and view all the answers

What did Darwin's research on natural selection provide an opportunity to separate and clarify?

Physical and social evolution concepts Signup and view all the answers

Introduction to Anthropology: Science of Mankind

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What does anthropology literally mean?

When did the idea that human society was an appropriate scientific area of study begin to develop in Europe?

What influential idea of the Age of Enlightenment is mentioned in the text?

When did anthropology begin to develop as a distinct discipline?

Who were some of the earliest ethnographers?

What opportunity did Darwin's research on natural selection provide?

In which year was the print 'London Sketchbook Edouard Lartet Illustrations from L'HOMME PRIMITIF By LOUIS FIGUIER' published?

What concept became central to the development of theory among social anthropologists and ethnographers according to Edward Tylor?

Name the four fields of Anthropology mentioned in the text.

What does the concept of 'culture' encompass according to Edward Tylor?

During which century did human society become an appropriate scientific area of study in Europe?

Who were some of the earliest ethnographers according to the text?

Which concept became influential during the Age of Enlightenment according to the text?

When did anthropology begin to develop as a distinct discipline?

What was the Society formed in London in 1838 primarily interested in?

What did the feverish enthusiasm for the concept of biological evolution lead to?

Which field of anthropology would be most concerned with the study of ancient human fossils and their evolution?

In the context of anthropology, what does 'L'HOMME PRIMITIF' likely refer to?

According to Edward Tylor, what is encompassed by the concept of culture?

What did Darwin's research on natural selection provide an opportunity to separate and clarify?

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