Race and Genetic Diversity Quiz
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What is the modern anthropological understanding of race?

  • A biological reality
  • A social and cultural construct (correct)
  • A fixed and distinct classification
  • A historical perspective

    • Which physical features were historically associated with the Caucasoid racial classification?

  • Dark skin, curly hair, broad facial features
  • Light skin, curly hair, narrow facial features
  • Light skin, straight or wavy hair, narrow facial features (correct)
  • Medium skin, straight hair, broad facial features

    • Who coined the term 'Caucasian' and in which century?

  • Johann F. Blumenbach in the 18th century (correct)
  • Gregor Mendel in the 19th century
  • Charles Darwin in the 19th century
  • Isaac Newton in the 17th century

    • What is emphasized by modern anthropologists regarding human genetic diversity?

    <p>Fluid and overlapping nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the historical context of the Caucasoid racial classification?

    <p>Rooted in Eurocentric perspectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

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