By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: August 6, 2024
What is the primary focus of visual anthropology?
a) Studying digital communication tools
b) Analyzing visual art forms
c) Exploring human cultures through visual media
d) Researching technological advancements Answer: c) Exploring human cultures through visual media
Which of the following methods is commonly used in visual anthropology?
a) Digital mapping
b) Participant observation
c) Statistical analysis
d) Genetic sampling Answer: b) Participant observation
In digital anthropology, what is the term used to describe the study of online communities and virtual interactions?
a) Cybernetics
b) E-anthropology
c) Cyber anthropology
d) Virtual ethnography Answer: d) Virtual ethnography
Which of the following tools is most commonly used by digital anthropologists for fieldwork?
a) Video cameras
b) Drones
c) Social media platforms
d) Geographical information systems (GIS) Answer: c) Social media platforms
What is a key benefit of using visual media in anthropology?
a) It eliminates the need for fieldwork
b) It provides a richer, more nuanced understanding of cultural practices
c) It simplifies data analysis
d) It reduces the cost of research Answer: b) It provides a richer, more nuanced understanding of cultural practices
In visual anthropology, what does the term ‘ethnographic film’ refer to?
a) A film that focuses on anthropological theories
b) A film made for commercial purposes
c) A film that documents and interprets cultural practices
d) A film used exclusively for educational purposes Answer: c) A film that documents and interprets cultural practices
What is one of the main challenges faced by visual anthropologists?
a) Overreliance on theoretical frameworks
b) Difficulty in accessing digital tools
c) Ethical concerns about representation and consent
d) Lack of visual documentation techniques Answer: c) Ethical concerns about representation and consent
Which concept in digital anthropology involves studying the impact of digital technologies on cultural practices?
a) Media studies
b) Technological determinism
c) Digital culture
d) Cybernetics Answer: c) Digital culture
In the context of visual anthropology, what is ‘participatory video’?
a) A video created by anthropologists without community input
b) A video that involves the community in the creation process
c) A video used for academic presentations
d) A video solely for personal use Answer: b) A video that involves the community in the creation process
What role do social media platforms play in digital anthropology?
a) They offer a platform for traditional ethnographic research
b) They facilitate real-time data collection and analysis
c) They replace fieldwork entirely
d) They limit the scope of research to local communities Answer: b) They facilitate real-time data collection and analysis
