Introduction To Anthropology(Sost 038) Question Paper
Introduction To Anthropology(Sost 038)
Course:Education And Pre-University
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2011
TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS Answer Question ONE and any Other THREE Questions
Question 1
“Anthropology is a discipline that scientifically studies the prehistoric, historic and present societies and culture.” In the light of this statement;
a) Briefly discuss why scientific methods are used in Anthropology. (10marks)
b) Briefly explain the TWO main divisions of Anthropology. (5marks)
Question 2
a) What are the characteristics of a theory? (5marks)
b) Comprehensively discuss TWO theories in Anthropology. (10marks)
Question 3
Giving examples from Kenya, briefly define and elaborate on THREE elements of culture that are of interest to sociological and anthropological work. (15marks)
Question 4
a) What are the characteristics of social change? (5marks)
b) With examples elaborate on 3 factors that contribute to cultural change in the modern world. (10marks)
Question 5
Explain how sexual stratification ie the power differences between men and women can affect the achievement of the millennium Development Goals in African. Select THREE MDGS.)(15marks)
Question 6
a) What is the function of religion in society? (15marks)
b) Define world view and briefly link TWO world views to religion. (5marks)
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