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Chloeellawright

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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.



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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



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