« previous next »

Author Question: State the overall goal(s) of cultural anthropology and provide two examples of how cultural ... (Read 38 times)

Chloeellawright

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 588
on: Jul 10, 2018
State the overall goal(s) of cultural anthropology and provide two examples of how cultural anthropologists have contributed to achieving the goal(s).
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Cultural constructionism is a theoretical position that stands in opposition to cultural relativism.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ambernicolefink

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 359
Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: The ideal answer will include:
1. Cultural anthropology is the study of living peoples and their cultures, including variation and change. It studies both similarities and differences.
2. Example: Franz Boas introduced cultural relativism.
3. Example: Margaret Mead encouraged interest in anthropology among the general public.
4. Example: Claude Lvi-Strauss proposed understanding culture by studying the themes in myths.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: False


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question

Chloeellawright

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 588
Reply #2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Thank you :)


ambernicolefink

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 359
Reply #3 on: Jul 10, 2018
Happy to help you


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Once thought to have neurofibromatosis, Joseph Merrick (also known as "the elephant man") is now, in retrospect, thought by clinical experts to have had Proteus syndrome. This endocrine disease causes continued and abnormal growth of the bones, muscles, skin, and so on and can become completely debilitating with severe deformities occurring anywhere on the body.

Did you know?

Individuals are never “cured” of addictions. Instead, they learn how to manage their disease to lead healthy, balanced lives.

Did you know?

Complications of influenza include: bacterial pneumonia, ear and sinus infections, dehydration, and worsening of chronic conditions such as asthma, congestive heart failure, or diabetes.

Did you know?

Patients who have undergone chemotherapy for the treatment of cancer often complain of a lack of mental focus; memory loss; and a general diminution in abilities such as multitasking, attention span, and general mental agility.

Did you know?

Common abbreviations that cause medication errors include U (unit), mg (milligram), QD (every day), SC (subcutaneous), TIW (three times per week), D/C (discharge or discontinue), HS (at bedtime or "hours of sleep"), cc (cubic centimeters), and AU (each ear).

Examples of intervention and associated nursing activities Examples of intervention and associated nursing activities
Examples of Ways That Different Types of Intersections of Two Line Segments Can Be Transformed into Examples of Ways That Different Types of Intersections of Two Line Segments Can Be Transformed into
State Laws on Abortion prior to Roe v. Wade, 1973 State Laws on Abortion prior to Roe v. Wade, 1973
Examples of visual fields of simple cortical cells. Examples of visual fields of simple cortical cells.
Cultural Coherence and Diversity Cultural Coherence and Diversity
State the transformations on the function f(x)= 4sin(x-pi)-2 and then graph two cycles below. State the transformations on the function f(x)= 4sin(x-pi)-2 and then graph two cycles below.
Video: Fermentation - When Oxygen Is Absent, Pyruvate to Lactate & Pyruvate to Ethanol

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library