Question 1

What is the definition of culture as stated in the text?

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Sum of an individual’s way of life: food, clothing, shelter.

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A set of laws governing behavior.

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An organized group of people sharing territory.

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The study of human relationships in society.

Question 2

What is the primary focus of sociology?

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Systematic study of human relationships, society, and interaction.

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Analysis of cultural variations.

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Research on natural events.

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Study of government and politics.

Question 3

What is the role of politics as defined in the text?

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Theory, art, and practice of government.

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Manipulation of social norms.

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A study of economic systems.

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A method of ensuring cultural heritage.

Question 4

Which of the following best defines ethnicity according to the text?

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Shared cultural identity of a group, marked by language, ancestry, customs, and traditions.

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A category based on wealth and occupation.

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A belief system concerning the supernatural.

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A social bond based on ancestry or marriage.

Question 5

What does the term 'taboo' signify in the context provided?

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A prohibition/restriction of certain practices or associations due to moral judgment, religion, or cultural norms.

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A traditional art form.

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A common social activity.

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A type of cultural festival.

Question 6

Which of the following describes kinship by blood?

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Based on birth or blood affinity.

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Relations developed through marriage.

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Social bonds established through rituals.

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Community ties formed through shared geography.

Question 7

What does the term 'acculturation' refer to?

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Cultural transformation where individuals adapt to another culture.

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The formation of social bonds through rituals.

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The process of learning one's native culture.

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The rejection of foreign cultural practices.

Question 8

Who is recognized as the Father of American Anthropology?

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Franz Boas.

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Auguste Comte.

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Max Weber.

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Edward B. Tylor.

Question 9

What is one of the key functions of family in society according to the text?

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Biological reproduction.

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Ensuring political stability.

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Establishing economic systems.

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Creating laws for governance.

Question 10

What does culture shock describe?

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The stress and anxiety experienced when encountering a culture different from one's own.

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A preference for one's own culture over others.

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An educational experience in cultural studies.

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A sudden change in social behavior.

Question 11

What is culture primarily defined as?

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Sum of an individual's way of life

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A prohibition on certain practices

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An organized group of people

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The study of the natural world

Question 12

What is the main aspect that differentiates society from culture?

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Organized group of people

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Sum of food and clothing

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Study of human relationships

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Political institutions

Question 13

What does politics involve according to the text?

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Theory, art, and practice of government

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Social bonds based on ancestry

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Study of human relationships

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Cultural norms and values

Question 14

What best defines socio-economic status?

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Category of people with similar privileges

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Cultural identity based on ancestry

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Legal bond with a country

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Roles of males and females

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of kinship by blood?

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Consanguineal Kinship

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Patrilocal

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Endogamy

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Neolocal

Question 16

What is ethnocentrism?

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The belief that one's own culture is superior

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The anxiety when encountering a new culture

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A preference for foreign cultures

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Understanding other cultures without judgment

Question 17

What does acculturation refer to?

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Cultural transformation through adaptation

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Social bonds based on marriage

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The stress from cultural differences

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The process of learning one's native culture

Question 18

What defines the concept of socialization?

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Lifelong social experience where people develop human potential

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Legal bond between individuals and the state

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Study of human behavior in social settings

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Biological reproduction in families

Question 19

Which of the following characters represents the first stage of human evolution?

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Australopithecus

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Homo sapiens

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Homo habilis

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Homo erectus

Question 20

What describes the political dynasty as mentioned in the text?

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Members of the same family hold political power across generations

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Governments exercise authority over society

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Individuals grant power to institutions

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The state holds a monopoly on power

Question 21

What does society involve according to the text?

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An organized group of people sharing territory, language, and culture.

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A collection of individuals with no connections

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A political framework with no social ties

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A group focused solely on economic gain

Question 22

What concept refers to the monopoly on the legitimate use of force?

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The state.

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Economy

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Culture

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Society

Question 23

Which of the following best defines gender?

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Socially constructed roles and expectations of males and females.

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Biological differences between sexes

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Cultural practices regarding masculinity

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Legal definitions of male and female

Question 24

What does socio-economic status categorize?

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People with similar privileges in society based on wealth and occupation.

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A classification of political beliefs

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A measure of education levels

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An assessment of cultural practices

Question 25

What is a taboo?

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A prohibition of certain practices or associations due to moral judgment.

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A legal requirement in governance

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An accepted norm in society

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A type of cultural artifact

Question 26

What does istambay refer to?

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People loitering or staying in one place with no particular purpose.

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A traditional Filipino dance

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A type of political campaign

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A form of government service

Question 27

What does cultural relativism practice?

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Understanding and respecting other cultures without judgment.

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Favoring one's own culture

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Rejecting foreign influences

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Promoting superiority of cultures

Question 28

During which period did humans first produce tools from bronze?

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Bronze Age.

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Neolithic Period

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Iron Age

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Paleolithic Period

Question 29

What is the definition of culture?

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Sum of an individual’s way of life including food, clothing, and shelter.

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A type of political organization

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A set of economic practices

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A social group with shared culture

Question 30

What does enculturation involve?

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The process of learning the values and behaviors of one's native culture.

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Changing one's culture completely

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Learning about foreign cultures only

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Rejecting all cultural norms

Question 31

Which of the following is a characteristic of Homo erectus?

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First to use fire and walk upright.

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Had the largest brain size

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Lived exclusively in caves

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Used no tools

Question 32

What type of family consists of parents, children, and other kin?

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Extended Family

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Transnational Family

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Nuclear Family

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Blended Family

Question 33

What is the 'Survival of the Fittest' principle in Darwin's theory of evolution?

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Best-adapted traits ensure survival and reproduction.

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All species will survive equally

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Only the strongest will survive

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Evolution is a random process

Question 34

Which social science focuses on the study of human relationships and society?

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Sociology

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Political Science

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Anthropology

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Psychology

Question 35

Which type of kinship is based on blood affinity?

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Kinship by Blood

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Kinship by Ritual

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Kinship by Work

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Kinship by Marriage

Question 36

What is the role of mass media in socialization?

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It distributes information widely and influences perspectives.

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It only provides entertainment

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It solely focuses on educational content

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It has no effect on society

Question 37

What is the definition of society as provided in the text?

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An organized group of people sharing territory, language, and culture.

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The beliefs and practices about the supernatural.

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The practice of understanding other cultures.

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A legal bond between person and country.

Question 38

What does the term 'political dynasty' refer to?

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When members of the same family hold political power across generations.

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A system of political parties.

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A political movement aimed at social reform.

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A government formed by a coalition of families.

Question 39

According to the text, what does ethnocentrism mean?

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The belief that one's own culture is superior to others.

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A preference for foreign cultures.

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The practice of understanding other cultures without judgment.

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A fear or dislike of foreign cultures.

Question 40

What is enculturation?

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The process of learning the requirements, values, and behaviors of one's native culture.

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Cultural adaptation to new environments.

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The development of societal norms.

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The influence of foreign cultures.

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Homo habilis as per the text?

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Height of 6 feet.

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Used tools for hunting and gathering.

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Brain size half of modern humans.

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Direct ancestor of modern humans.

Question 42

What is the primary agent of socialization according to the text?

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Family.

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Mass media.

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School.

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Government.

Question 43

What does socio-economic status refer to?

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Category of people with similar privileges based on wealth and occupation.

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A type of cultural heritage

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A demographic distribution

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An individual's education level

Question 44

What is kinship based on?

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Common ancestry, marriage, or adoption.

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Financial ties

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Cultural practices

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Geographical location

Question 45

What is the main focus of cultural anthropology?

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Studies cultural variations and social life.

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Examines past cultures through artifacts

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Studies language and communication

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Focuses on human biological evolution

Question 46

What social experience is defined as the lifelong process of developing human potential and learning culture?

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Socialization.

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Acculturation

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Enculturation

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Kinship

Question 47

What encompasses an individual's way of life, including food, clothing, and shelter?

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Culture

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Politics

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Kinship

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Society

Question 48

What term describes the social roles and expectations assigned to males and females?

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Gender

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Sex

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Sociology

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Kinship

Question 49

What is the term for the social institution where two individuals enter family life?

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Marriage

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Family

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Kinship

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Divorce

Question 50

What emotional response is felt when encountering a culture different from one's own?

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Culture Shock

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Cultural Relativism

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Ethnocentrism

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Acculturation

Question 51

Which term refers to the theory, art, and practice of government?

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Politics

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Culture

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Society

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Economics

Question 52

What do we call a prohibition or restriction of certain practices due to moral judgment or cultural norms?

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Taboo

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Custom

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Fad

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Norm

Question 53

What is kinship by blood also known as?

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Consanguineal Kinship

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Kinship by Marriage

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Affinal Kinship

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Ritual Kinship

Question 54

In the context of social status, what is ascribed status?

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A status received at birth or involuntarily

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A temporary social position

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A status that varies by region

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A status earned through effort

Question 55

What is the term used for the condition of being gifted or having disabilities?

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Exceptionality

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Socio-Economic Status

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Ethnicity

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Nationality

Question 56

What period is characterized by the development of agriculture and permanent villages?

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Neolithic Period.

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Paleolithic Period.

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Metal Age.

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Bronze Age.

Question 57

Which of the following is NOT a branch of Anthropology as mentioned in the text?

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Political Anthropology.

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Linguistic Anthropology.

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Biological Anthropology.

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Cultural Anthropology.

Question 58

What is one of the key concepts studied in Political Science?

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Political Theory.

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Social Change.

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Cultural Identity.

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Human Ecology.

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