Biological Anthropology Concepts and Connections 3rd Edition By Agustin Fuentes – Test Bank

Chapter 1   Introduction to Evolutionary Fact and Theory

1) In 1925, the Scopes “Monkey Trial”:

1. A) legally established evolution as a valid scientific theory.
2. B) legally established evolution as a “coexistent theory on the creation of humankind.”
3. C) overturned the State of Tennessee’s ban on teaching the theory of evolution in public schools.
4. D) upheld the State of Tennessee’s ban on teaching the theory of evolution in public schools.

2) Which of the following is NOT true about evolution?

1. A) It is accepted by virtually all scientists in every country of the world.
2. B) It inherently conflicts with the teachings of Christianity.
3. C) It is at the heart of anthropology.
4. D) It is an extremely well supported theory.

3) The main subfields of anthropology are:

1. A) archaeology, linguistic anthropology, cultural anthropology, and biological anthropology.
2. B) architectural anthropology, biological anthropology, linguistic anthropology, and cultural anthropology.
3. C) biological anthropology, evolutionary anthropology, cultural anthropology, and linguistic anthropology.
4. D) cultural anthropology, biological anthropology, archaeology, and evolutionary anthropology.

4) Biological anthropology is also called:

1. A) evolutionary anthropology.
2. B) forensic anthropology.
3. C) physical anthropology.
4. D) primatology.

5) ________ is the patterns of behavior we exhibit in our families, relationships, religions, laws, moral codes, songs, art, business, and everyday interactions.

1. A) Ethnography
2. B) Ethnology
3. C) Culture
4. D) Evolution