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What is the etymology of the word 'taboo'?
What is the etymology of the word 'taboo'?
- It is a modern term with no clear origins
- It originates from a Polynesian word (correct)
- It is derived from an ancient Greek word
- It comes from a Latin word
According to Robertson Smith, what are taboos remnants of?
According to Robertson Smith, what are taboos remnants of?
- Modern social norms
- Developed religions
- Ancient superstitions (correct)
- Cultural traditions
What is the primary reason people follow taboos, despite being unaware of their supposed effects?
What is the primary reason people follow taboos, despite being unaware of their supposed effects?
- To avoid misfortune or negative consequences (correct)
- To follow a specific ritual or purification process
- To demonstrate their inner compulsion or urge
- To achieve certain social outcomes
What is a common feature of taboos in many cultures?
What is a common feature of taboos in many cultures?
What is a common characteristic of modern taboos, as opposed to traditional ones?
What is a common characteristic of modern taboos, as opposed to traditional ones?
What is Radcliffe-Brown's interpretation of taboos?
What is Radcliffe-Brown's interpretation of taboos?
According to Freud, what is the common characteristic between taboo behavior and obsessional neurosis?
According to Freud, what is the common characteristic between taboo behavior and obsessional neurosis?
How are misfortunes often attributed in many societies?
How are misfortunes often attributed in many societies?
What is the idea that Robertson's theory of taboos counters?
What is the idea that Robertson's theory of taboos counters?
What is the underlying reason for people's ambivalence towards taboo objects, according to Freud?
What is the underlying reason for people's ambivalence towards taboo objects, according to Freud?
What is the perspective of Robertson Smith on the development of taboos?
What is the perspective of Robertson Smith on the development of taboos?
What is a key feature of taboos in relation to the notion of holiness and sacredness in well-developed religions?
What is a key feature of taboos in relation to the notion of holiness and sacredness in well-developed religions?
What is an example of a taboo in Victorian society?
What is an example of a taboo in Victorian society?
Who criticized Freud's characterization of taboo?
Who criticized Freud's characterization of taboo?
What is a common feature of taboo behavior and obsessional neurosis, according to Freud?
What is a common feature of taboo behavior and obsessional neurosis, according to Freud?
What is the main difference between modern and traditional societies in terms of taboo violations?
What is the main difference between modern and traditional societies in terms of taboo violations?
Why do people often feel compelled to follow certain rules or taboos, even if they don't fully understand the reason?
Why do people often feel compelled to follow certain rules or taboos, even if they don't fully understand the reason?
What is Steiner's argument about the origins of taboos?
What is Steiner's argument about the origins of taboos?
