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Which theory developed in response to the weakness in functionalist anthropology in dealing with conflict, competition, and disequilibrium?
Which theory developed in response to the weakness in functionalist anthropology in dealing with conflict, competition, and disequilibrium?
Who is the key figure associated with Marxist Anthropology?
Who is the key figure associated with Marxist Anthropology?
What does Marxist anthropology assume about society?
What does Marxist anthropology assume about society?
Which theory assumes that the systems of producing material goods influences and shapes society?
Which theory assumes that the systems of producing material goods influences and shapes society?
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Which school of thought emphasizes order, stability, and equilibrium in society?
Which school of thought emphasizes order, stability, and equilibrium in society?
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What is neo-functionalism?
What is neo-functionalism?
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What is Marxist anthropology?
What is Marxist anthropology?
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What is cultural ecology?
What is cultural ecology?
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What issues does neo-functionalism address?
What issues does neo-functionalism address?
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How does Marxist anthropology differ from functionalism?
How does Marxist anthropology differ from functionalism?
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Study Notes
Neo-Functionalism
- Developed after World War II in response to the weaknesses of functionalist anthropology in dealing with conflict, competition, and disequilibrium.
- A variety of theories of conflict in anthropology.
Marxist Anthropology
- Derived directly or indirectly from the writings of Karl Marx.
- Influenced by 19th century evolutionary thinking.
- Postulates that societies pass through different stages of development.
- Materialistic, assuming that the systems of producing material goods shape and influence society.
- Contrasts with functionalist views, emphasizing constant struggle and social class conflicts between dominant and minority groups.
Cultural Ecology
- A school of thought that focuses on the relationship between culture and the environment.
- (Note: The text does not provide further information on cultural ecology, so this point is incomplete.)
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Test your knowledge on socio-cultural anthropology theories such as neo-functionalism and Marxist anthropology in this mid-term quiz. Explore how these theories address issues of conflict, competition, and disequilibrium in society.