Anthropology is sometimes called the “umbrella discipline” because it can encompass so many diverse areas of study. Explain what topics fall under the scope of anthropology, and why.

The ideal answer should include:


1. Define anthropology as the study of humans
2. Explain breadth of scope, both geographically and historically
3. Focus on human life in all its expression and variety

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An important anti-poverty programs that many social work clients rely on is:

a. • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, food stamps) b. • Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) c. • Supplemental Security Incomes d. • All of the above

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The Program in Assertive Community Treatment or ACT case management requires a client to staff ratio of ___ to 1

a. 17. b. 40. c. 10. d. 20.

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In the same example, what is the range?

a. 586 b. 9 c. 100

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Loneliness and hopelessness are experienced by anyone who feels there is little to look forward to or that he or she has no vital place in society, and such feelings are particularly common among

A) ?young adults. B) ?adolescents. C) ?middle-aged individuals. D) ?older adults.

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