UCSLP Lesson 1

Anthropology is the study of:

• Human society and social interactions

• Human beings, their origins, development, and cultural diversity

• Political systems and governance

• Economic structures and financial institutions

Which perspective in anthropology focuses on studying past human societies through artifacts?

• Comparative perspective

• Historical perspective

• Structural perspective

• Functional perspective

Sociology aims to understand:

• Human biological evolution

• Human behavior within social groups and institutions

• Cultural diversity and customs

• The linguistic aspects of societies

The comparative perspective seeks to identify:

• Similarities and differences between cultures and societies

• Universal patterns of human behavior

• Historical events that shaped present-day societies

• The role of cultural elements in promoting social cohesion

The structural perspective in sociology examines:

• The complexities of human behavior and understanding

• The organization of societies and social roles

• Power struggles and inequalities in societies

• Cultural diversity and practices across different societies

Which of the following is NOT a subfield of anthropology?

• Cultural anthropology

• Archaeology

• Linguistic anthropology

• Political anthropology

Political Science is the study of:

• Human societies and their cultural practices

• Human behavior and social interactions

• Politics, governance, and exercise of power in societies

• Economic systems and financial policies

What does the functional perspective in sociology emphasize?

• Analyzing historical artifacts and their significance

• Identifying similarities between cultures and societies

• Understanding the role of cultural elements in society's well-being

• Examining linguistic variations across different societies

The study of human biological evolution falls under which subfield of anthropology?

• Cultural anthropology

• Archaeology

• Linguistic anthropology

• Physical/biological anthropology

How does the historical perspective contribute to the understanding of culture and society?

• By comparing different political systems

• By exploring cultural diversity and customs

• By examining how past events shaped present-day societies

• By analyzing social hierarchies and power dynamics