In His Study of Everyday "Body Rituals Among the Nacirema

question 26

Multiple Choice

In his study of everyday "Body Rituals among the Nacirema," anthropologist Horace Miner presents us with:

• A) an argument that the Nacirema view the body as healthy and beautiful.
• B) a clear argument that the household shrine was the most important part of Nacirema life.
• C) the importance of focusing on public rituals rather than everyday mundane activities.
• D) a story that makes the very familiar seem very strange.

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Definitions:

Vocabulary Expansion

The process of learning and acquiring new words and phrases to increase the depth and breadth of one's language ability.

Private Speech

Verbal communication directed at oneself, often seen in developmental contexts as a way for children to guide and regulate their behavior.

Guided Participation

A process where a more knowledgeable individual helps to structure activities in ways that allow less knowledgeable participants to engage in them more effectively.

Theory of Mind

The ability to attribute mental states—beliefs, intents, desires, emotions, knowledge—to oneself and others, and to understand that others have beliefs, desires, and intentions that are different from one's own.