Economic Anthropology and Identity

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What is the primary focus of Economic Anthropology?

  1. The study of economic systems and their impact on society

  2. The study of cultural identity and its relationship to economic behavior

  3. The study of the role of economics in shaping social identity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic Anthropology encompasses the study of economic systems, cultural identity, and social identity, and their interrelationships.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a traditional economic system?

  1. Emphasis on reciprocity and redistribution

  2. Limited specialization and division of labor

  3. Use of money as a medium of exchange

  4. Strong emphasis on individual ownership


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Traditional economic systems typically rely on non-monetary forms of exchange, such as barter or gift-giving.

In Economic Anthropology, what is the term used to describe the process by which individuals or groups define and assert their distinctiveness from others?

  1. Cultural Identity

  2. Social Identity

  3. Economic Identity

  4. Group Identity


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Social Identity refers to the sense of belonging to a particular social group and the values, beliefs, and behaviors associated with that group.

According to Economic Anthropology, how does economic behavior influence cultural identity?

  1. Economic activities can reinforce and transmit cultural values and beliefs

  2. Economic resources can shape cultural practices and traditions

  3. Economic interactions can facilitate cultural exchange and diffusion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic behavior can influence cultural identity in various ways, including reinforcing cultural values, shaping cultural practices, and facilitating cultural exchange.

Which of the following is NOT a type of economic system identified by Economic Anthropologists?

  1. Market Economy

  2. Gift Economy

  3. Subsistence Economy

  4. Planned Economy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Planned Economy is not typically considered a distinct type of economic system in Economic Anthropology, as it is more commonly associated with modern economic theories.

In Economic Anthropology, what is the term used to describe the process by which individuals or groups acquire and maintain access to economic resources?

  1. Economic Mobility

  2. Economic Stratification

  3. Economic Inequality

  4. Economic Power


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic Power refers to the ability of individuals or groups to control and influence the distribution of economic resources.

According to Economic Anthropology, how does social identity influence economic behavior?

  1. Social identity can shape individuals' economic preferences and choices

  2. Social identity can influence individuals' access to economic resources

  3. Social identity can affect individuals' participation in economic activities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social identity can influence economic behavior in various ways, including shaping preferences, affecting access to resources, and influencing participation in economic activities.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can contribute to economic inequality in a society?

  1. Differences in education and skills

  2. Discrimination and prejudice

  3. Inheritance and wealth accumulation

  4. Government policies and regulations


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While government policies and regulations can influence economic inequality, they are not typically considered a direct cause of economic inequality in Economic Anthropology.

In Economic Anthropology, what is the term used to describe the process by which individuals or groups adapt their economic behavior and strategies in response to changing circumstances?

  1. Economic Adaptation

  2. Economic Resilience

  3. Economic Flexibility

  4. Economic Sustainability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Economic Adaptation refers to the ability of individuals or groups to adjust their economic behavior and strategies in response to changing environmental, social, or economic conditions.

According to Economic Anthropology, how does economic inequality impact cultural identity?

  1. Economic inequality can lead to the formation of distinct cultural identities among different economic classes

  2. Economic inequality can influence the cultural practices and values of different economic groups

  3. Economic inequality can affect the sense of belonging and identity within different economic strata

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic inequality can have various impacts on cultural identity, including the formation of distinct cultural identities, the influence on cultural practices and values, and the impact on sense of belonging and identity.

Which of the following is NOT a type of economic exchange identified by Economic Anthropologists?

  1. Barter

  2. Gift-giving

  3. Market Exchange

  4. Reciprocity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Reciprocity is not a distinct type of economic exchange in Economic Anthropology, as it is considered a fundamental principle underlying various forms of exchange, such as barter and gift-giving.

In Economic Anthropology, what is the term used to describe the process by which individuals or groups accumulate and maintain wealth and economic resources?

  1. Economic Accumulation

  2. Economic Concentration

  3. Economic Inequality

  4. Economic Power


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Economic Accumulation refers to the process by which individuals or groups acquire and retain wealth and economic resources over time.

According to Economic Anthropology, how does cultural identity influence economic behavior?

  1. Cultural identity can shape individuals' economic values and preferences

  2. Cultural identity can influence individuals' economic decision-making

  3. Cultural identity can affect individuals' participation in economic activities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cultural identity can influence economic behavior in various ways, including shaping values and preferences, influencing decision-making, and affecting participation in economic activities.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can contribute to economic mobility in a society?

  1. Education and skills development

  2. Access to capital and resources

  3. Social networks and connections

  4. Government policies and regulations


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While government policies and regulations can influence economic mobility, they are not typically considered a direct cause of economic mobility in Economic Anthropology.

In Economic Anthropology, what is the term used to describe the process by which individuals or groups distribute and allocate economic resources among themselves?

  1. Economic Distribution

  2. Economic Allocation

  3. Economic Redistribution

  4. Economic Exchange


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Economic Distribution refers to the process by which economic resources are allocated and distributed among individuals or groups within a society.

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