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Who is considered the father of modern American anthropology?
Sociology emerged during the Enlightenment period.
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What does the doctrine of 'historical particularism' state?
Each society has a unique culture that cannot be understood under a general definition.
Sociology focuses on the influence of different family arrangements on children's ______.
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Match the following individuals with their contributions to anthropology and sociology:
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During which historical period did sociology primarily emerge?
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Franz Boas believed all cultures could be understood with a single definition.
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What were sociologists interested in regarding different types of schools?
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The study of how certain factors influence job prospects and health outcomes relates to social ______.
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What type of perceptions did Europeans focus on during their colonial records?
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Study Notes
Anthropology
- Emerged during European colonial exploration, focusing on "primitive societies" perceived as savage.
- European colonizers documented non-European cultures, emphasizing aspects like kinship, language, race, and religion.
- Franz Boas is recognized as the father of modern American anthropology.
- Boas introduced "historical particularism," asserting that each culture is unique and should be studied in its own context.
Sociology
- Examines the impact of family dynamics on children's social skills, educational outcomes, and future relationships.
- Investigates how different educational systems (public vs. private) influence academic performance and social results.
- Studies social inequality and its effects on job opportunities, health outcomes, and interactions with the criminal justice system.
- Originated during the Industrial Revolution in Europe, a period of significant societal transformation.
- The rise of new institutions replaced traditional ones, marking a shift from religion to science, the fall of monarchy, and the end of feudalism.
- Auguste Comte, a French philosopher, coined the term "sociology" and advocated for the systematic study of societal issues.
- The primary goal of sociology is to develop theories and principles regarding society and various facets of social life.
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Description
This quiz explores the origins of anthropology as a science during the European colonial period. It examines how early anthropologists perceived non-European societies and the factors they documented, such as kinship, language, and cultural beliefs. Engage with key concepts that shaped the field of anthropology in its formative years.
