Anthropology and Cultural Identity

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What is the origin of the word 'anthropology'?

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Derived from the Greek words 'anthropos' (human) and 'logia' (study).

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What does Cultural Anthropology study?

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It studies the learned behavior of groups of people in specific environments.

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Give an example of Cultural Anthropology.

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Studying the practices, beliefs, traditions, rituals, and ceremonies of the Ifugao in the Cordillera Region.

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What is Linguistic Anthropology?

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It is the study of how language influences social life.

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Provide an example of Linguistic Anthropology.

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Studying the languages spoken by Indigenous communities in Mindanao and documenting how language reflects their cultural values.

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What does Biological/Physical Anthropology focus on?

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It focuses on human evolution within the context of human culture and behavior.

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Give an example of Biological/Physical Anthropology.

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Conducting research on the genetic diversity among different ethnic groups in the Philippines.

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What is the focus of Archaeology in anthropology?

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It interprets human history by analyzing material remains.

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Provide an example of Archaeology.

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Excavating ancient burial sites in Batangas and uncovering artifacts such as burial jars and gold ornaments.

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What do contemporary anthropologists emphasize about the self?

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They emphasize that norms, values, and social practices culturally shape the self.