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In some societies, people believe that some individuals are born with supernatural force that they consciously or unconsciously use to cause harm. Anthropologists classify these supposed activities as
 
  a. magic.
  b. sorcery.
   c. witchcraft.
  d. alchemy.

Question 2

When people use well defined procedures to control and manipulate supernatural forces in order to gain some end, they are practicing
 
  a. prayer.
   b. magic.
  c. witchcraft.
  d. taboo.



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: b



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