Anthropologist George Murdock Compiled a List of Over Seventy Categories

question 118

Multiple Choice

Anthropologist George Murdock compiled a list of over seventy categories that included appearance (such as bodily adornment and hairstyles) ,activities (such as sports,dancing,games,joking,and visiting) ,social institutions (such as family,law,and religion) ,and customary practices (such as cooking,folklore,gift giving,and hospitality) .These are all examples of:

• A)symbols
• B)beliefs
• C)cultural universals
• D)norms

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Definitions:

Insane

A term historically used to describe severe mental disorder or irrational behavior, now considered outdated and stigmatizing.

Manic

Relating to or affected by mania, a mood state characterized by excessive energy, excitement, euphoria, and sometimes delusions.

Normal Depression

Refers to feelings of sadness or low mood that are common and not indicative of a clinical disorder.

Survival

The act or process of continuing to live or exist, typically in spite of an accident, ordeal, or difficult circumstances.