Question 1

List three of the reasons that Franz Boas rejected the validity of the concept of "race" in the 1920s,explain how the term "race" is commonly used today,and discuss how contemporary anthropologists regard the concept.

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Question 2

Compare India's caste system and South Africa's system of apartheid with Canada's treatment of First Nations people.

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Question 3

Chinese Canadians have enjoyed similar civil rights to the rest of Canadians since the late 19th century.

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Chinese Canadians faced discrimination and exclusionary policies for much of Canada's early history, including the Chinese Immigration Act of 1885, which imposed a head tax on Chinese immigrants. It was not until the mid-20th century that full civil rights were granted to Chinese Canadians.

Question 4

For one year,from 1922 to 1923,Chinese children in Victoria were educated in a segregated school.

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This is true. From 1922 to 1923, Chinese children in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada were forced to attend a segregated school due to discriminatory policies and attitudes towards the Chinese community at the time.

Question 5

Being strong and healthy can be interpreted as a symbolic indicator of social class.

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Historically, those in higher social classes had the means and resources to maintain a healthy lifestyle, while those in lower social classes often struggled with physical labor and lack of access to healthy food and medical care. This has led to the association between physical strength and health with social status. However, this association is not always accurate or fair, as factors such as genetics, disabilities, and mental health can also play a significant role in one's physical well-being.

Question 6

Discuss the factors that have been proposed to account for the prevalence of gender inequality throughout the world's societies.What questions arise from examining these factors?

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Question 7

A contributing factor to the violence in Rwanda was racial discrimination.

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The violence in Rwanda was largely driven by racial discrimination between the Hutu majority and Tutsi minority. The Hutu government and militias targeted Tutsis because of their perceived ethnic differences, leading to the genocide in 1994.

Question 8

Contrast the functionalist and conflict theories of social stratification,and discuss the criticism of each theory.

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Question 9

Among the upper class of most societies,there is a tendency for lower rates of infant mortality.

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This is generally true as the upper class has better access to healthcare, better nutrition, and safer living conditions which contribute to lower rates of infant mortality.

Question 10

Upper-class people tend to have a shorter life expectancy than lower class people,because the upper-class diet is high in saturated and trans fats.

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This statement is not entirely accurate. While some upper-class diets may contain high amounts of saturated and trans fats, it is not always the case. Additionally, life expectancy is influenced by a variety of factors beyond diet, including access to healthcare and education, genetics, and lifestyle choices. Therefore, it is unfair to make a blanket statement about the life expectancy of upper-class people based solely on their diet.

Question 11

Describe the motive,means,and opportunity for the destruction of Africville.

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Question 12

Skin pigmentation is simply an adaptation to differing amounts of ultraviolet radiation.

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Skin pigmentation is indeed an adaptation to differing amounts of ultraviolet radiation. This is why darker-skinned individuals tend to have more melanin, which protects their skin from the harmful effects of UV radiation. In contrast, lighter-skinned individuals tend to have less melanin, allowing them to better absorb UV radiation and produce vitamin D in environments with less sun exposure.

Question 13

Muslim Canadian fear of backlash has increased dramatically since the arrest of supposed terrorists in Toronto in 2006.

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Muslim Canadians have reported increased fear of backlash and discrimination after the arrests of supposed terrorists in Toronto in 2006.

Question 14

Describe the community of Africville,discuss how and why relocation took place,and assess the impact of relocation on the people of Africville.Finally,to what extent do you agree with your text that "the 1964 forced relocation of the citizens [of Africville] is a blight on Canadian history."

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Question 15

Racism against Chinese immigrants in Canada between 1858 and 1923 was largely the result of hard economic times in British Columbia.

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During this time period, British Columbia experienced economic downturns and Chinese immigrants were blamed for taking away jobs from Canadians. This led to discriminatory policies such as the Chinese Head Tax and the Chinese Exclusion Act.

Question 16

Is some form of social inequality inevitable? Use ethnographic examples and discuss reasons for your answer.

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Question 17

What are the rules surrounding the custom of purdah in Muslim society,and how are those restrictions regarded by both Muslims and Westerners?

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Question 18

Describe the use of sex as a principle of social organization,using the Huron,Mundurucu,and traditional European society as contrasting examples.

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Question 19

In Canada,young Muslim women who choose to wear traditional clothing are able to attend high schools and walk in public places without any harassment.

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While Canada is generally known for its multiculturalism and acceptance, instances of harassment and discrimination against Muslim women wearing traditional clothing can still occur.

Question 20

The Hindu caste system in the state of Rajasthan has shifted to enable members of the lowest caste to become wealthy and politically powerful land owners.

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Over the past few decades, there has been a significant change in the social and economic status of the lowest caste in Rajasthan. Many individuals from this community have become successful entrepreneurs and politicians, breaking through the traditional barriers of the caste system. This has resulted in an increase in the overall prosperity and empowerment of the community. However, it is important to note that although progress has been made, discrimination and oppression based on caste continue to persist in many parts of India.

Quiz 10: Social Stratification and Groupings