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What does cultural or social anthropology primarily focus on?
Which branch of economics examines the behavior of individual agents?
What is the primary concern of physical geography?
How is archaeology best described?
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What does the term 'geography' literally translate to?
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What is the primary focus of social sciences?
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Auguste Comte is known for founding which philosophy that emphasizes empirical evidence?
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Which element underpins the study of social sciences by focusing on individuals as social beings?
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How does empirical analysis contribute to social science research?
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What distinguishes anthropology from other social science disciplines?
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What is a characteristic of positivism in social science?
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Which branch of anthropology studies human biology in the context of evolution?
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What is the main aspect that distinguishes social sciences from natural sciences?
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What is the main focus of social history?
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Which branch of linguistics focuses on the structure of language systems?
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Which of the following is NOT a branch of political science?
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The study of sounds in language is known as?
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What is the focus of diplomatic history?
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Which branch of sociology studies the properties common to all social phenomena?
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What term describes the study of individual behavior and the factors affecting it?
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Which branch of history examines women's roles throughout history?
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Study Notes
SOCIETY
- An organized group of individuals collaborating with shared interests and living in a common territory.
- Represents the concept of companionship and social association.
- Emerges from collective goals and purposeful activities among people.
SOCIAL SCIENCE
- Body of knowledge focusing on systematic study of society, social phenomena, and their impacts on individuals.
- Examines human behavior in cultural and social contexts.
- Investigates interpersonal relationships among individuals within society.
ELEMENTS OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
- Society: Central to social sciences, emphasizing the influence of social environments on individuals.
- Empirical Analysis: Utilizes scientific methods for investigating human societies and understanding social phenomena.
- Positivism: A philosophical approach asserting that all statements can be tested scientifically or proven mathematically.
- Auguste Comte: Founder of positivism, advocated for rational thought over metaphysics and theology in understanding social behaviors.
- Natural Sciences: Focuses on investigating natural phenomena through tangible evidence.
- Humanities: Academic disciplines examining various human conditions and experiences.
SOCIAL SCIENCE DISCIPLINES
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ANTHROPOLOGY: Study of humankind, exploring human biological and cultural evolution.
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Branches:
- Physical/Biological Anthropology: Examines human biology and evolution.
- Cultural/Social Anthropology: Studies pre-literate societies and human behavior.
- Archaeology: Investigates past cultures through material remains.
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ECONOMICS: Analyzes how societies manage scarcity and allocate resources.
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Fields:
- Macroeconomics: Studies economy on a large scale (e.g., government, business sectors).
- Microeconomics: Focuses on individual agents' behaviors.
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Fields:
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GEOGRAPHY: Examines Earth's features and the distribution of living beings.
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Main Branches:
- Physical Geography: Studies natural elements like soil, landforms, and climate.
- Human Geography: Investigates human interactions that shape environments and societies.
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HISTORY: Involves the inquiry into past events, recording facts and consequences.
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Branches:
- Social History: Focuses on experiences of common people.
- Cultural History: Studies arts, customs, and traditions.
- Political History: Analyzes political movements and ideas.
- Economic History: Explores economic conditions and distribution of goods.
- Military History: Investigates military strategies and conflicts.
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LINGUISTICS: Scientific study of language as a human behavior component.
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Branches:
- Morphology: Studies structure and formation of words.
- Syntax: Analyzes how words form phrases.
- Phonology: Examines sound systems in language.
- Philology: Focuses on human speech histories.
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POLITICAL SCIENCE: Studies government structures, processes, and institutions.
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Branches:
- Comparative Politics: Examines and compares different political systems.
- Political Theory: Explores concepts and ideologies guiding political actions.
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PSYCHOLOGY: Investigates human behaviors and influences affecting them.
- Definition derived from Latin; psych means "soul," logia refers to the study of.
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SOCIOLOGY: Systematic study of human interaction patterns.
- Combines Latin and Greek roots; socius means "companion," while logos means "study."
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This quiz explores the concept of society, emphasizing the organized groups of individuals who share common interests and goals. It also delves into social science, which studies various aspects and phenomena of societies in a methodical manner. Test your knowledge about these foundational concepts in social studies.
