How is biocultural anthropology different from cultural anthropology?
a. Biocultural anthropology combines cultural studies with archaeology.
b. Biocultural anthropology studies the interrelationship between what humans have inherited genetically and culture; cultural anthropology studies diverse cultures and societies.
c. It is strictly a biological science.
d. It considers culture to be a by-product of our biological histories.
b. Biocultural anthropology studies the interrelationship between what humans have inherited genetically and culture; cultural anthropology studies diverse cultures and societies.
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A specific type of genetic drift, known as ___________, results from the formation of a new population by a small number of individuals.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The human capacity for culture has an evolutionary basis that extends back perhaps 3 million years. This date corresponds to
A. the earliest production of cave art found in South Africa. B. early toolmakers, whose products survive in the archaeological record. C. a genetic mutation that caused an increase in brain size and complexity. D. the advent of anatomically modern primates. E. evidence of hunting and the use of fire to cook tough meats.
Anthropologists' work as researchers for the U.S. military raises concerns about:
A) the integrity of the discipline itself. B) obligations to those whom anthropologists study. C) perils for the broader academic community. D) issues of secrecy and transparency. E) all of these choices.
In foraging societies, the largest share of people's "budget" usually is devoted to __________
A) taxes, just like the rest of us B) contributions and gifts for the chief C) basic needs such as food and shelter D) parties, public ceremonies, festivals, etc.