The Anthropologists Jean and John Comaroff Argue That for Most

question 63

Multiple Choice

The anthropologists Jean and John Comaroff argue that for most of the twentieth century anthropologists failed to adequately connect history with anthropology. Which of the following endeavors illustrates a lack of sensitivity to this concern for historicity?

• A) Examining the relationships of a cultural group like the Tswana with other, neighboring groups before their colonial encounter.
• B) Attempting to show how, although missionaries affected the indigenous groups that they contacted, they remained unchanged themselves.
• C) Emphasizing the long-term, cumulative effects of small changes in a given culture responding to colonialism.
• D) None of the above.

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Definitions:

Demeaning Messages

Communications that degrade, insult, or belittle others, often impacting the recipient's self-esteem or position.

Barriers

Obstacles or factors that hinder progress or achievement.

Accumulated Perceptions

The total or aggregate views and understandings formed by an individual or group, built up over time.

Lenses

Tools or perspectives through which subjects or issues are analyzed or viewed.