Exploring Culture and Anthropology

What is the study of human societies and cultures called?

• Sociology

• Anthropology

• Psychology

• Archaeology

Which term refers to the shared beliefs, values, and practices of a group?

• ethnicity

• culture

• society

• tradition

Which anthropologist is known for the concept of participant observation?

• Edward Sapir

• Bronislaw Malinowski

• Margaret Mead

• Claude Lévi-Strauss

What is the focus of linguistic anthropology?

• The study of animal communication.

• The analysis of historical texts.

• The relationship between language and culture.

• The impact of technology on language evolution.

Which of the following is NOT a subfield of anthropology?

• Sociology

• Archaeology

• Linguistics

• Psychology

Which term describes the process of cultural change due to contact with other cultures?

• Cultural assimilation

• Cultural stagnation

• Cultural appropriation

• Cultural diffusion

What is the main focus of archaeology within anthropology?

• The analysis of ancient texts and literature.

• The examination of modern human behavior and culture.

• The study of past human societies through material remains.

• The study of biological evolution in humans.

Which anthropological approach emphasizes the importance of understanding cultural context?

• Archaeological anthropology

• Biological anthropology

• Linguistic anthropology

• Cultural anthropology

What is a 'kinship system'?

• A kinship system is a social structure that defines family relationships and roles.

• A kinship system is a classification of animal species.

• A kinship system refers to a method of economic exchange.

• A kinship system is a type of government structure.

Which of the following best describes globalization?

• A method of reducing trade barriers between countries.

• The process of increased interconnectedness and interdependence among countries.

• A strategy for increasing national isolationism.

• The act of promoting local cultures over global influences.