Culture and Civic Engagement Exam 2 Review

1. How did the Iroquois federal system compare to the organization of the federal system of the United States?

• Both systems had a decentralized structure with no central governing body
• The Iroquois federal system was based on a monarchy while the US federal system was based on a democracy
• The Iroquois federal system had no influence on the development of the US federal system
• Both systems had a central governing body overseeing semi-autonomous entities.

2. What was the significance of the question "Who is your mother?" among the Keres people?

• The question was used to determine a person's favorite food
• It was a way to identify a person's favorite color
• The question 'Who is your mother?' was significant among the Keres people as it helped establish kinship and social relationships by determining a person's clan and lineage.
• The question was asked to establish a person's favorite hobby

What role did women play in the Iroquois Confederation and how did they assert their power?

• Women in the Iroquois Confederation held significant power through matrilineal descent, decision-making roles, control over property, and the ability to nominate and select male leaders.
• Women in the Iroquois Confederation were only responsible for domestic chores and had no say in decision-making.
• Women in the Iroquois Confederation had no influence and were considered inferior to men.
• Women in the Iroquois Confederation were not allowed to own property and were dependent on male relatives for everything.

What were the reasons behind the government's efforts to disrupt and break up the traditional Lakota family structure, and how did this impact the community's sense of identity and social order?

• The government's efforts to disrupt the traditional Lakota family structure were driven by the goal of assimilation, leading to a loss of cultural identity and social cohesion within the community.
• The government wanted to preserve the Lakota family structure to maintain cultural integrity
• The government aimed to strengthen the Lakota community by disrupting family ties
• The government's efforts were focused on enhancing the traditional Lakota family structure

How did the government and churches campaign against the traditional Lakota practice of tiyospaye, and what impact did this have on the community?

• Assimilation policies through boarding schools led to the erosion of traditional Lakota practices, language loss, and disintegration of family structures.
• The erosion of traditional Lakota practices led to the strengthening of community bonds
• Assimilation policies through boarding schools had no impact on the community
• The government and churches supported the traditional Lakota practice of tiyospaye

How did the Native American view of tradition and memory differ from the American perspective?

• Native Americans viewed tradition and memory as insignificant compared to the American perspective
• Native Americans believed tradition and memory were written down in books
• Native Americans saw tradition and memory as temporary aspects of their culture
• Native Americans viewed tradition and memory as integral parts of their cultural identity, passed down through generations orally and through rituals.

How does the concept of cultural revolution tie into the struggle for liberation and the development of an emancipatory social science in Black sociology?

• By reinforcing dominant narratives and upholding oppressive structures.
• By ignoring the experiences and knowledge of marginalized communities.
• By promoting conformity and compliance with existing power dynamics.
• By challenging dominant narratives, dismantling oppressive structures, and centering the experiences and knowledge of marginalized communities.

How does the study of the Black family reflect the larger social organization and functioning of the Black community, and what are the key debates within this area of study?

• The study of the Black family reflects the larger social organization and functioning of the Black community by analyzing family dynamics, roles, and relationships. Key debates revolve around historical trauma, systemic racism, economic disparities, and cultural influences.
• Key debates within the study of the Black family center around trivial matters such as fashion choices and entertainment preferences.
• The study of the Black family focuses solely on individual experiences and does not reflect broader social issues.
• The study of the Black family is irrelevant to understanding the larger social organization and functioning of the Black community.

How does August Wilson address the issue of funding for minority artists in the theater industry? What are his main arguments and what solutions does he propose?

• August Wilson suggests that minority artists do not deserve funding
• August Wilson blames minority artists for their lack of financial support
• He argues that sociological criteria, such as race, have traditionally excluded blacks from receiving funding and opportunities in the theater industry. He proposes raising the standards and removing sociological considerations of race as privilege in order to create equal opportunities for all artists.

  
  

• August Wilson ignores the issue of funding for minority artists in the theater industry

What is August Wilson's stance on the concept of the "Talented Tenth" and how does he believe it affects the black community? How does he propose to address this issue?

• August Wilson suggests that the 'Talented Tenth' should have complete control over the black community.
• August Wilson supports the 'Talented Tenth' as the best approach for uplifting the black community.
• August Wilson believes the 'Talented Tenth' is a myth and has no impact on the black community.
• August Wilson criticizes the 'Talented Tenth' for perpetuating elitism and neglecting the majority of the black community. He proposes a more inclusive approach.