6 Questions
From an anthropological perspective, which concept involves the perception of one's own culture as superior compared to others?
Ethnocentrism
Which anthropological theory emphasizes the interconnectedness and interdependence of societal elements?
Functionalist theory
What is the term for the perception of one's own culture as inferior compared to other cultures?
Xenocentrism
Which theory in anthropology focuses on the symbolic meanings that people develop and rely upon in the process of social interaction?
Symbolic Interactionism
What is the evolutionary perspective in anthropology primarily concerned with?
Social change over time
Which concept in anthropology emphasizes understanding cultural practices within their own cultural context?
Cultural relativism
Explore the concepts of Unilineal Evolutionism and Cultural Diffusionism in anthropology, delving into how new cultural forms emerge and how cultures influence each other. Learn about the stages of development from Animism to Monotheism and the impact of cultural centers on borrowing elements from other cultures.
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