DISS PRE MIDTERM EXAM

Which academic field examines human societies and how people relate to each other?

• Anthropology

• Humanities

• Natural Sciences

• Social Sciences

Which of the following does NOT belong to the natural sciences?

• Biology

• Earth Science

• Political Science

• Chemistry

Which discipline studies human societies and their historical growth?

• Economics

• Anthropology

• Geography

• Linguistics

Which branch of study focuses on the science of languages?

• Sociology

• History

• Linguistics

• Psychology

What is the main focus of political science?

• Human population changes

• Structure of languages

• Governance and power distribution

• Human–environment interaction

What is the main concern of the natural sciences?

• Studying human relationships

• Analyzing social systems

• Explaining and predicting natural events

• Understanding language and culture

Humanities primarily explore:

• Scientific methods in society

• Human culture such as art, music, and literature

• Interaction with the natural environment

• Biological evolution

How is sociology different from anthropology?

• Sociology studies groups and societies, while anthropology also examines human evolution and culture

• Sociology looks at behavior, while anthropology studies only physical remains

• Anthropology studies modern life, sociology studies historical life

• Sociology focuses on individuals, anthropology on larger groups

Which discipline would you use to study how people manage natural resources in their community?

• Demography

• Geography

• Political Science

• Psychology

Which discipline is most useful for studying economic inequality across countries?

• Sociology

• Political Science

• Economics

• Anthropology