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What is the primary focus of social sciences?
Which of the following disciplines is not included in the social sciences?
How do the humanities primarily gather knowledge?
Which statement best describes the relationship between humanities and natural sciences?
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Which of the following is a discipline associated with humanities?
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What is one goal of the humanities?
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Which branch of knowledge includes disciplines such as chemistry, biology, and physics?
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What is the primary method of inquiry in natural sciences?
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Which discipline encompasses the study of human culture, society, and history?
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Which statement correctly reflects a characteristic of the field of social science?
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Study Notes
Defining Social Science as the Study of Society
- Social sciences provide insights into personal and social experiences, relevant across class, age, gender, and social status.
- Key to understanding contemporary events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Different disciplines within social sciences provide tools for deeper societal understanding.
Development of Social Sciences
- Originated in Ancient Greece where philosophy was distinct from scientific inquiry.
- Middle Ages limited exploration of social events and their impacts.
- The Scientific Revolution marked a new beginning for social sciences.
- Age of Enlightenment fostered the introduction of varied ideas and theories in social sciences.
- Industrialization and capitalism in the 19th century spurred examinations of societal structures.
- Social sciences established as an academic field in the 20th century.
- 21st century sees new fields of study and a convergence of social science disciplines.
Distinction Between Knowledge Branches
- Society: Defined as a group of people sharing a territory and language.
- Science: Represents organized and logical bodies of knowledge.
- Ancient philosophy lacked distinction between scientific and humanities disciplines.
- Enlightenment altered perceptions of what constituted scientific thought.
- Social sciences emerged from moral philosophy, influenced by major historical revolutions.
Classification of Human Knowledge
- Three primary branches: Social Science, Humanities, and Natural Science.
Social Science
- Focused on social phenomena and their relation to human groups and environments.
- Disciplines within social science include:
- Anthropology
- Economics
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- History
- Linguistics
- Geography
- Demography
Natural Science
- Aims to understand nature through measurable experiments.
- Disciplines within natural science include:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics
- Earth Science
Humanities
- Seeks wisdom by comprehending social realities through cultural, historical, and individual contexts.
- Covers memory and imagination, with a significant focus on history.
- Sources of knowledge include written texts and human behavior.
- Disciplines within humanities include:
- Music
- Literature
- Philosophy
- Creative Writing
The Interrelation of Branches
- Social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences collaborate to create a holistic understanding of human experiences and societal dynamics.
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Description
This quiz explores the definition and development of social sciences, highlighting their relevance to contemporary society and historical contexts. Learn about the disciplines within social sciences, their origins, and the key events that shaped their evolution. Test your knowledge on how social sciences help understand societal structures and issues.
