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What did Eric Wolf mean by calling anthropology 'the most humanistic of the sciences'?

It attempts to present an integrated picture of humankind

It seeks answers to why people are different and how they are similar

It focuses on the scientific study of humanity and its society

It studies the social and cultural inheritance of humankind (correct)

What is the focus of biological or physical anthropology?

Studying social and cultural inheritance of humankind

Applying ideas and information for solving specific problems

Reconstructing events of the past through archaeological remains

Studying the evolution of man and biological variations within the species (correct)

What is the main objective of archaeology?

Studying the evolution of man and biological variations within the species

Studying human language, unwritten written, and its changes

Studying social and cultural inheritance of humankind

Reconstructing events of the past since the beginning of culture through remains (correct)

What is the main focus of linguistics in anthropology?

Studying human language, unwritten written, and its changes Signup and view all the answers

What does cultural anthropology primarily study?

The social and cultural inheritance of humankind Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of applied anthropology?

Applying ideas and information for solving specific problems Signup and view all the answers

Which area of concentration in sociology focuses on social institutions, social stratification, and social relationships?

Social Organization Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of human ecology in sociology?

The relationship and integration of human population with the natural environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of linguistic anthropology?

The study of human language, unwritten written, and the changes taking place Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of applied sociology?

The utilization of sociological research in solving social problems Signup and view all the answers

Which field of study focuses on the scientific study of societies and human social behavior?

Sociology Signup and view all the answers

What did August Comte refer to as 'the queen of all the social science'?

Sociology Signup and view all the answers

Which discipline is defined as the science of humanity and its society?

Anthropology Signup and view all the answers

According to Eric Wolf, what did he refer to as 'the most humanistic of the sciences'?

Cultural Anthropology Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of biological or physical anthropology?

The study of human evolution Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of anthropology in presenting an integrated picture of humankind?

To study similarities and diversity of cultures Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Anthropology

Is referred to as "the most humanistic of the sciences" by Eric Wolf
Aims to present an integrated picture of humankind

Subfields of Anthropology

Biological or Physical Anthropology

Focuses on the biological and physical characteristics of humans
Examines human evolution, genetics, and human adaptability to different environments

Archaeology

Primary objective is to study past human cultures through the excavation and analysis of material remains

Linguistics in Anthropology

Main focus is on the study of language and its relationship to culture and society

Cultural Anthropology

Primarily studies human cultures, including social structures, beliefs, and practices

Applied Anthropology

Primary focus is on applying anthropological knowledge to solve practical problems in society

Sociology

Concentrations in Sociology

Social Institutions, Social Stratification, and Social Relationships: a specific area of concentration
Human Ecology: primary focus is on the relationship between human populations and their environment

Linguistic Anthropology

Main focus is on the study of language and its relationship to culture and society

Applied Sociology

Main objective is to apply sociological knowledge to solve practical problems in society

Other

Sociology is the field of study that focuses on the scientific study of societies and human social behavior
August Comte referred to sociology as "the queen of all the social sciences"
Anthropology is defined as the science of humanity and its society

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Explore the scientific and humanistic aspects of sociology and anthropology through key quotes and definitions. Understand the study of humanity, cultural diversity, and societal similarities in this interdisciplinary field.