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The term ______ means scientific study of man or human beings.
anthropology
Cultural anthropology studies human societies and elements of ______.
cultural life
The goal of studying anthropology is to understand the origin of human ______.
evolution
Sociology focuses on man's social ______, social activities, and social life.
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The subject matter of sociology is diverse, ranging from crime to ______.
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Political science deals with several aspects such as the study of ______ and government.
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The purpose of sociology is to understand how human action and ______ shape cultural structures.
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Political science attempts to understand the forms and ______ of the state.
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The goal of Political Science is to constantly deepen the ______, discover progress and protect the quality of life.
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Political science is the study of the systems of government and political behaviour of humans when faced with ______.
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Political science draws upon the other disciplines of Social Science such as Economics, Jurisprudence, Sociology, History, Geography, and ______.
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The four main perspectives of Anthropology include the cross-cultural emphasis, its evolutionary/historical emphasis, its ecological emphasis, and its ______ emphasis.
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Sociological perspective introduces the discipline of sociology, including its history, questions, theory, and ______ methods.
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Central features of sociology include social interaction and relationships, social contexts, social structure, social ______, and the significance of diversity.
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Anthropological perspectives are culture, cultural relativism, fieldwork, human diversity, ______, and bio-cultural focus.
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Political Science encompasses International Relations, the study of the ______ and relationships among states.
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According to the functionalist perspective, societies are thought to function like ______ with various social institutions working together.
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The ______ perspective sees social life as a competition and focuses on the distribution of resources, power, and inequality.
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The symbolic interaction perspective is based on the notion that people make sense of their social worlds through ______ and social interaction.
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In sociology, symbolic interactionism studies how language and ______ create meaning for a person’s lived experience.
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The government provides education for the children of the family which in turn pays ______ on which the state relies.
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Conflict theory describes the relationship between employers and employees as one of ______.
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Political science is focused on the political arena and to the realm of ______.
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Symbolic interactionism emphasizes exchanges of meaning through ______ and language.
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Technically, society is usually described as an organized group of individuals whose members have a shared ______, interest, and way of living.
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Social Science is called the “Science of ______”.
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Social Science focuses on studying changes in human relationships brought about by ______.
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Each discipline carries a different lens-imagine looking at one issue with differently colored ______.
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Anthropology relates to sociology, it always describes human, human behavior and human ______ around the world.
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Social Science is both multidisciplinary and ______.
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Social systems, processes, and ______ - and how humans relate to these.
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Anthropology, Sociology and ______ are important disciplines of Social Sciences.
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Study Notes
Society
- Society is an organized group of individuals sharing territory, interests, and lifestyles, emphasizing companionship and association.
- Philosophers view society as a product of human interactions.
Social Science
- Social Science, known as the "Science of Society," examines human relationships and their evolution over time.
- Focuses on interactions between individuals and their environments, and the effects of historical events on current society.
- Encompasses various disciplines examining human behavior and societies.
Disciplines of Social Sciences
- Key disciplines include Psychology, Economics, Geography, History, Demography, Linguistics, Anthropology, Sociology, and Political Science.
- Each discipline uses different perspectives to analyze social issues.
Anthropology
- Anthropology is the scientific study of humans, behaviors, and societies globally.
- Functions as a comparative science, integrating insights from various fields such as Social Sciences and Humanities.
- Emphasizes field research and cross-cultural studies to understand human origins and cultural diversity.
Cultural Anthropology
- Cultural anthropology studies societal elements and cultural life, e.g., Linguistic Anthropology focuses on language within societies.
- Aims to trace human evolution and the variety of cultural forms.
Sociology
- Sociology focuses on human social activities, relationships, and institutions.
- Aims to analyze how individual actions and consciousness are influenced by cultural and social structures.
- Covers a wide range of topics, including crime, religion, family dynamics, social class divisions, and cultural beliefs.
Political Science
- Political Science studies state formation, governance, power dynamics, and social order.
- Aims to enhance understanding of power relationships and improve quality of life at local and global levels.
- Critical in examining distribution of resources and impact on societies, drawing upon other social disciplines.
Anthropological Perspectives
- Core perspectives include cultural relativism, fieldwork, human diversity, holism, and a bio-cultural focus.
- Main emphases are comparative analysis, historical evolution, ecological understanding, and holistic examination of societal issues.
Sociological Perspective
- Sociology examines social interactions, structures, changes, diversity, and human variation.
- Three major theoretical frameworks:
- Functionalist Perspective: Views society as a complex system where institutions work together to promote stability.
- Conflict Perspective: Focuses on competition for resources and power, highlighting societal inequalities.
- Symbolic Interaction Perspective: Analyzes how communication and symbols shape social experiences and meanings.
Political Science Perspective
- Investigates individual behaviors and decisions in political contexts, focusing on quantitative and qualitative aspects of politics.
- Engages with conflicts between opposing sides and broader political decisions affecting communities.
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This quiz explores the interconnections between culture, society, and politics. It will test your knowledge on the nature and goals of anthropology, sociology, and political science as well as how these disciplines understand society. Dive in to discover more about organized groups and shared interests.
