Understanding Culture, Society, and Politics: Anthropology Quiz
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What is the focus of anthropology?

  • Studying human evolution and diversity (correct)
  • Analyzing plant life
  • Exploring outer space
  • Understanding weather patterns
  • Who coined the term 'sociology'?

  • August Comte (correct)
  • Isaac Newton
  • Albert Einstein
  • Marie Curie
  • What is the primary interest of political science?

  • Investigating ancient civilizations
  • Analyzing animal behavior
  • Exploring oceanography
  • Studying government and political actors (correct)
  • Which field of anthropology focuses on applying anthropological knowledge practically?

    <p>Applied anthropology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does sociology study?

    <p>Human civilization and social groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main goals of anthropology?

    <p>Studying the origins of humankind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference between 'nation' and 'state' as explained in the text?

    <p>Nation is more about culture, while state refers to a community with a government and territory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Baliao & Parcon, how is culture viewed from an anthropological perspective?

    <p>Culture includes thinking patterns, behaviors, and possessions unique to a society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the concept of 'cultural relativism' propose?

    <p>It emphasizes understanding cultures within their own contexts without judgment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is 'enculturation' different from 'culture shock'?

    <p>'Enculturation' focuses on adapting to new cultures, while 'culture shock' relates to discomfort in unfamiliar environments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of culture implies that it is continuously evolving?

    <p>Culture is learned and transmitted among members of a society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does culture contribute to defining attitudes and values according to the text?

    <p>Culture plays a role in shaping individual and societal perspectives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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