Podcast
Questions and Answers
Why was magic considered an integral element in Malinowski's theory for the islanders?
Why was magic considered an integral element in Malinowski's theory for the islanders?
- To ensure a good harvest
- To ease the birth of a child
- To kill enemies and prevent harm (correct)
- To enhance the beauty of dancers
According to Malinowski, why did 'primitive' men associate illness with magic and sorcery?
According to Malinowski, why did 'primitive' men associate illness with magic and sorcery?
- To gain control over the environment
- As a form of superstition
- Due to limited knowledge of illness and disease (correct)
- To encourage miracles
How did Malinowski describe the function of magic in exerting human control?
How did Malinowski describe the function of magic in exerting human control?
- By creating illusions and superstitions
- By enhancing beauty and aesthetics
- By providing protection and ensuring success (correct)
- By promoting miracles and supernatural events
What is the significance of fishing magic in relation to other forms of magic, according to the text?
What is the significance of fishing magic in relation to other forms of magic, according to the text?
In terms of economic activity, why does gardening magic hold significance?
In terms of economic activity, why does gardening magic hold significance?
According to Ogburn, what are the two parts of cultural lag?
According to Ogburn, what are the two parts of cultural lag?
What type of society did the Trobinand islanders have?
What type of society did the Trobinand islanders have?
What mode of exchange was Kula according to Malinowski's study?
What mode of exchange was Kula according to Malinowski's study?
What is the primary difference between religion and magic according to Malinowski's observations?
What is the primary difference between religion and magic according to Malinowski's observations?
How were gifts exchanged in the Trobinand society?
How were gifts exchanged in the Trobinand society?
What was the primary basis of subsistence for the Trobinand islanders?
What was the primary basis of subsistence for the Trobinand islanders?
What form of descent was practiced among the Trobinand islanders?
What form of descent was practiced among the Trobinand islanders?
