Question 1

In definition alone, which of the following is best captured by the term migration?

Accepted Answer

Migration is defined as the physical movement of individuals or groups from one place to another.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a transnational connection?

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed involve connections between people or places that extend beyond national borders. Remittances involve sending money from one country to another, family Skype calls involve communication between people in different countries, and frequent visits back home entail physically crossing national borders. Therefore, all are examples of transnational connections.

Question 3

Which of the following is true of diaspora?

Accepted Answer

Diaspora refers to a scattered community of people with a common cultural identity, often resulting from forced or voluntary migration. Therefore, it suggests both forced and voluntary migrations.

Question 4

Which of the following questions would an anthropologist most likely ask about diaspora?

Accepted Answer

All of the options are relevant questions an anthropologist may ask about diaspora. A focuses on the formation of diasporic communities, B on identity formation within these communities, and C on the maintenance of connections across borders.

Question 5

What happens to religious practice and belief in a transnational context?

Accepted Answer

Religious practice and belief in a transnational context can change to fit the new environment without compromising the religion's integrity. This can happen through the syncretism of religious practices and adapting to local customs and norms. This allows for the continuation of the religious tradition while also incorporating aspects of the new context.

Question 6

France's policy of secularity means what for how migrants are identified by the French?

Accepted Answer

France's policy of secularity prohibits the government from officially categorizing individuals by race or ethnicity. However, everyday racialization and discrimination still occur despite this policy, with migrants often being identified and treated differently based on their perceived ethnicity or national origin. Religion is also a factor, but it is not the sole basis for identification.

Question 7

How have Muslims adapted the religious practice of sacrifice in Europe?

Accepted Answer

Muslims in Europe, particularly in France, have had to adapt the practice of sacrifice to conform to the laws and regulations of their host countries. In France, for example, the practice of slaughtering animals for religious purposes requires that the animal be previously stunned, which is not in line with traditional methods. As a result, Muslims in France have had to alter their religious practice so that it complies with the laws of the country.

Question 8

In Islam, which of the following refers to a nonbinding legal opinion issued by a qualified person or group?

Accepted Answer

In Islam, a fatwa is a nonbinding legal opinion issued by a qualified person or group. It is not a binding legal ruling, but rather an interpretation of Islamic law based on the context and circumstances of a particular situation. Hijra refers to the migration of Muslims from Mecca to Medina in the early days of Islam. "Self Islam" and "sage interpretation" are not recognized terms in Islamic theology.

Question 9

Why was a fatwa issued on the topic of usury for Muslims living in Europe, specifically for taking out a home loan?

Accepted Answer

The issuance of the fatwa on usury for Muslims living in Europe, specifically for taking out a home loan, was due to extreme necessity since owning a home was nearly impossible otherwise. Additionally, the fatwa acknowledges that Muslims may make contracts that violate Islamic law when in non-Muslim countries, hence justifying the need for a specific ruling on this issue.

Question 10

In which country would we likely find the most positive attitudes toward devout Islam not being exclusive from modernity?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 14: Migration and Diaspora