IB Diploma Programme (DP) - SL & HL · Social and Cultural Anthropology

Anthropological thinking: theories: Practice Questions

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Question 1

1 mark

In the context of anthropological thinking, which of the following best describes the concept of culture as studied in the IB Diploma Programme?

Question 2

1 mark

How does the concept of symbolism contribute to anthropological thinking about social life?

Question 3

1 mark

In anthropological thinking, the tension between agency and structure refers to the debate over whether:

Question 4

1 mark

One of the central goals of anthropological thinking is to foster critical awareness. What does this primarily involve regarding one's own cultural context?

Question 5

1 mark

The concept of reflexivity is vital to modern anthropological thinking. Which of the following best defines a reflexive approach in ethnographic research?

Question 6

3 marks

Explain the role of reflexivity within anthropological thinking during the production of knowledge.

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Question 7

5 marks

In the context of anthropological thinking, how does a comparative perspective help researchers overcome the limitations of ethnocentrism?

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Question 8

5 marks

Anthropological thinking often involves navigating the tension between different perspectives. (a) Distinguish between ethnocentrism and cultural relativism.
(b) Discuss how applying a comparative perspective allows anthropologists to identify universal human patterns while respecting local differences.
(c) Why is it important for anthropologists to avoid 'essentializing' the cultures they study?

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Question 9

8 marks

The production of anthropological knowledge is influenced by the relationship between theory and practice. (a) Analyze how the concept of agency interacts with social structure in anthropological theory.
(b) Evaluate the impact of power relations on the ethnographic process, specifically regarding the relationship between the researcher and the 'informant'.
(c) Critically discuss how the language of anthropology (concepts like 'the other') has been challenged by post-colonial critiques within the discipline.

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