Applied Anthropology MCQs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: August 6, 2024

  1. What is the main focus of applied anthropology?
    a) Theoretical exploration of anthropological concepts
    b) The practical application of anthropological methods and insights to solve real-world problems
    c) Historical analysis of ancient cultures
    d) The study of human evolution
    Answer: b) The practical application of anthropological methods and insights to solve real-world problems
  2. Which branch of applied anthropology involves working with organizations to improve workplace practices and policies?
    a) Medical anthropology
    b) Development anthropology
    c) Organizational anthropology
    d) Environmental anthropology
    Answer: c) Organizational anthropology
  3. What is ‘development anthropology’?
    a) The study of human evolution in the context of development
    b) The application of anthropological methods to enhance development projects and policies in communities
    c) The analysis of historical development in anthropological theories
    d) The exploration of cultural evolution in response to modernization
    Answer: b) The application of anthropological methods to enhance development projects and policies in communities
  4. Which approach in applied anthropology focuses on improving healthcare delivery and understanding health practices in different cultures?
    a) Environmental anthropology
    b) Medical anthropology
    c) Urban anthropology
    d) Political anthropology
    Answer: b) Medical anthropology
  5. What role do applied anthropologists play in disaster relief efforts?
    a) They provide financial aid and resources directly to affected areas
    b) They study the environmental impact of disasters
    c) They offer cultural insights and help design relief programs that respect local customs and practices
    d) They conduct archaeological research on disaster sites
    Answer: c) They offer cultural insights and help design relief programs that respect local customs and practices
  6. Which concept refers to the integration of anthropological knowledge into policymaking to address social issues?
    a) Policy anthropology
    b) Applied cultural studies
    c) Social anthropology
    d) Ethnographic research
    Answer: a) Policy anthropology
  7. How does ‘public anthropology’ differ from other forms of applied anthropology?
    a) It focuses exclusively on academic research without practical applications
    b) It involves engaging with the public through outreach and education to address societal issues
    c) It centers on private consultancy work with corporations
    d) It is concerned with the study of historical artifacts
    Answer: b) It involves engaging with the public through outreach and education to address societal issues
  8. What is the purpose of ‘action anthropology’?
    a) To conduct research on past human societies
    b) To collaborate with communities to implement change and address specific issues
    c) To develop theoretical frameworks for understanding culture
    d) To analyze the impact of global trade on local cultures
    Answer: b) To collaborate with communities to implement change and address specific issues
  9. Which of the following is an example of applied anthropology in environmental conservation?
    a) Developing theoretical models of human-environment interactions
    b) Designing conservation strategies that incorporate traditional ecological knowledge and community needs
    c) Studying the history of environmental policies
    d) Analyzing the impact of climate change on global economies
    Answer: b) Designing conservation strategies that incorporate traditional ecological knowledge and community needs
  10. What is a key goal of applied anthropology in education?
    a) To create standardized curricula for all schools
    b) To apply anthropological insights to improve educational practices and understand diverse learning needs
    c) To focus solely on the history of educational institutions
    d) To develop universal educational theories
    Answer: b) To apply anthropological insights to improve educational practices and understand diverse learning needs

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