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Bas 101: Ethnography Of African Societies. Question Paper

Bas 101: Ethnography Of African Societies.

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Community Development

Institution: Moi University question papers

Exam Year:2011

FIRST YEAR FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATIONS 2011/2012

BAS 101: ETHNOGRAPHY OF AFRICAN SOCIETIES

ANSWER ANY FOUR QUESTIONS.

1. Contextualize Ethnography as a sub-unit of Socio-cultural Anthropology and briefly trace its development to the current state.

2. Define and give examples of the following concepts commonly used in ethnographic studies:

a. Sedentarization
b. Avunculocal residence
c. Group marriage
d. Song battle

3.
a. What is ethnography?
b. Use relevant examples to illustrate the main techniques used in ethnographic research.

4. Delineate clearly the dilemma faced by the Maasai in adapting to their Ecological niche

5. What are your views o having Kenya as a player in the global world?

6.
a. Show the difference between nomadic pastoralism and transhumance.
b. Explain strategies used by African pastoralist communities to manage risks inherent in their mode of subsistence.

7. Discuss the main features of band societies found in Africa, providing the main challenges they face in Africa today.

8. Provide a critical understanding of the institution of marriage and explain its main function in society.

Bas 101: Ethnography Of African Societies. Question Paper

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