Question 1

The tendency of people living in the Peruvian Andes to develop a voluminous chest and lungs for life at very high altitudes provides an example of a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  genetic adaptation.
B)  long-term physiological adaptation.
C)  short-term physiological adaptation.
D)  cultural adaptation.
E)  archaeological adaptation. A

Question 2

Discuss ways that culture can change the growth and development of an individual's physical body.Include at least one example.

Accepted Answer

Culture can have a significant impact on the growth and development of an individual's physical body in several ways. One way is through dietary habits and food choices. Different cultures have their own traditional diets and eating habits, which can influence the nutritional intake of individuals. For example, a culture that emphasizes a diet high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains may contribute to better physical health and development, while a culture that relies heavily on processed and fast foods may lead to poorer physical outcomes.

Another way culture can impact physical development is through physical activity and exercise. Some cultures place a strong emphasis on physical activity and outdoor play, which can contribute to better physical fitness and development. On the other hand, cultures that prioritize sedentary activities or have limited access to recreational facilities may lead to poorer physical development.

Additionally, cultural attitudes towards body image and beauty standards can also impact physical development. For example, a culture that values thinness may lead to disordered eating habits and negative body image, while a culture that celebrates diverse body types may promote a healthier relationship with food and body image.

Overall, culture plays a significant role in shaping the physical development of individuals through dietary habits, physical activity, and attitudes towards body image. It is important to recognize and understand these cultural influences in order to promote healthy physical development for individuals across different cultural backgrounds.

Question 3

A scientist who studies the fossil record of human evolution is a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  paleoanthropologist.
B)  archaeologist.
C)  ethnologist.
D)  treasure hunter.
E)  primatologist. A

Question 4

Rathje's garbology project

Accepted Answer

A)  studies the stratification of landfills.
B)  is archaeology of modern people.
C)  answered the question why people leave things behind for archaeologists to find.
D)  is a study of potsherds.
E)  was conducted in ancient Egypt.

Question 5

Anthropology is unique in that it is both holistic and cross-cultural.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Four-field anthropology does not claim __________ as a distinctive feature.

Accepted Answer

A)  holistic approach
B)  broad cross-cultural comparison
C)  the study of human biology, culture, and language
D)  that it is a science and a humanity
E)  an exclusive focus on contemporary cultures

Question 7

The use of anthropological findings, concepts, and methods to accomplish a desired end is

Accepted Answer

A)  applied anthropology.
B)  economic anthropology.
C)  conceptual anthropology.
D)  sociobiology.
E)  participant observation.

Question 8

The study of interactions among past living things in a past environment is

Accepted Answer

A)  paleoanthropology.
B)  paleoecology.
C)  garbology.
D)  social archaeology.
E)  adaptive anthropology.

Question 9

The question, ___________, was important in the origins of American anthropology.

Accepted Answer

A)  "How are the Neandertals related to us"
B)  "Where did Native Americans come from"
C)  "When and where did food production first begin"
D)  "How much beer do people in Arizona drink today"
E)  "Where do ideals of attractiveness come from"

Question 10

The study of the relationships between social and linguistic variation is

Accepted Answer

A)  historic linguistics.
B)  applied linguistics.
C)  cultural resource management.
D)  adaptation.
E)  sociolinguistics.

Question 11

Anthropology's comparative, biocultural perspective

Accepted Answer

A)  allows the inclusion of both biological and cultural approaches to comment or solve a particular issue or problem.
B)  is the reason it has traditionally studied nonindustrialized societies.
C)  is insignificant, since evolution is studied by biological anthropologists while culture is studied by cultural anthropologists.
D)  is a product of the participant observation approach.
E)  places it in the humanities.

Question 12

Name the various kinds of work applied anthropologists pursue.Provide one example for each subfield.Discuss the aspects of anthropology that make it uniquely valuable in application to social problems.

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

Identify the themes and interests that unify the subdisciplines of American anthropology.Your answer should refer to historical reasons for the unity of anthropology in the United States.

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

Discuss anthropology's dual identity as a member of the social sciences and the humanities.Define the advantages that may be found in this dual identity.

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

The study of material remains like potsherds, buildings, ships, and garbage falls under the subdiscipline of archaeological anthropology.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Primatology is included in biological anthropology.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The statement, __________, is a distinction between culture and society.

Accepted Answer

A)  "culture is the result of higher education, whereas society is shared by all people"
B)  "people share society with other animals, but culture is distinctly human"
C)  "culture is genetically programmed, whereas society is transmitted through social learning"
D)  "people attain culture through international travel but society is the social environment of their native land"
E)  "society rests more upon certain features of human biology than culture does"

Question 18

Ethnology is

Accepted Answer

A)  the study of human speech sounds.
B)  the comparative, generalizing aspect of cultural anthropology.
C)  the most important subfield of anthropology.
D)  the study of ancient ethnic groups.
E)  a synonym for ethnography.

Question 19

Anthropologists study only non-Western cultures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The origin of American anthropology traces to an interest in the origins and diversity of Native Americans.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 1: What Is Anthropology

The tendency of people living in the Peruvian Andes to develop a voluminous chest and lungs for life at very high altitudes provides an example of a(n)

Discuss ways that culture can change the growth and development of an individual's physical body.Include at least one example.

A scientist who studies the fossil record of human evolution is a(n)

Rathje's garbology project

Anthropology is unique in that it is both holistic and cross-cultural.

Four-field anthropology does not claim __________ as a distinctive feature.

The use of anthropological findings, concepts, and methods to accomplish a desired end is

The study of interactions among past living things in a past environment is

The question, ___________, was important in the origins of American anthropology.

The study of the relationships between social and linguistic variation is

Anthropology's comparative, biocultural perspective

Name the various kinds of work applied anthropologists pursue.Provide one example for each subfield.Discuss the aspects of anthropology that make it uniquely valuable in application to social problems.

Identify the themes and interests that unify the subdisciplines of American anthropology.Your answer should refer to historical reasons for the unity of anthropology in the United States.

Discuss anthropology's dual identity as a member of the social sciences and the humanities.Define the advantages that may be found in this dual identity.

The study of material remains like potsherds, buildings, ships, and garbage falls under the subdiscipline of archaeological anthropology.

Primatology is included in biological anthropology.

The statement, __________, is a distinction between culture and society.

Ethnology is

Anthropologists study only non-Western cultures.

The origin of American anthropology traces to an interest in the origins and diversity of Native Americans.