1-Humans adapt in many ways- physiologically, developmentally, genetically, and
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1-Humans adapt in many ways- physiologically, developmentally, genetically, and behaviorally. Which of the following statements describes a developmental adaptation to high altitude environments?
A.When venturing to high altitudes, respiration increases as does heart rate.
B.At high altitudes, people require supplemental oxygen which can be obtained by carrying an oxygen tank
C.People living in the Andes have larger lungs and hearts to accommodate low oxygen levels
D.As our bodies grow at high altitude, we can develop a barrel chest
2- Which of the following statements about race is not correct?
A. A person’s race is determined not by their genes but by how they and others perceive their physical appearance
B. Two people of the same race are not more likely to share genetic material than two people of different races
C. No matter how many physical or genetic traits we use to identify differences between races, we cannot assign people to natural categories (i.e., there is no natural division among human races)
D. None of the above
3- Which of the following statements best describes “myths” in an anthropological sense?
A. Myths are narratives that we use to navigate our day to day lives
B. Myths are misconceptions (i.e., not true)
C. All of the above
D. None of the above
4- Why do our lived experiences hold such power over the way that we think about the world?
A. Humans are more likely to believe things they can see
B. It is part of our human nature to believe only what we can experience
C. All of the above
D. None of the above
5- Which of the following statements about discrimination is most accurate?
A. Racism and sexism are best described as discriminatory actions acted out between individuals (e.g., using derogatory language)
B. Racism and sexism can be abolished as systems by remaining neutral (i.e., not engaging in racist or sexist actions yourself)
C. Racism and sexism can only be overcome if people recognize that these are systems of discrimination and actively work toward dismantling such institutions.
D. We have to be careful about how we understand biological differences between the sexes and races when it comes to medicine, because there are physical differences that impact our health outcomes.
TOWARD THE FUTURE (2 ?s)
6- Which of the following is not a challenge for the future of humanity?
A. Preserving biodiversity on our planet, from fungus to whales
B. Handling worldwide hunger and malnutrition through protection of the environment and establishing systems for everyone to have equal access
C. Creating a world where people are ethically responsible for their actions, even when done in the name of science or the “greater good”
D. Ensuring that structures that preserve our well being such as governments, bureaucracy, and social programming remain intact. These structures have existed for millennia for a reason and we must preserve them to survive as a species.
7- Are humans still evolving?
A. In a macroevolutionary sense, no. There is no evidence to suggest that humans will split into new species or sub-species any time soon.
B. Yes, humans continue to adapt, undergo random genetic drift, and acquire new mutations; therefore, we continue to evolve.
C. All of the above
D. None of the above
Explanation / Answer
Q1. Ans- People living in the Andes have larger lungs and hearts to accommodate low oxygen levels.
Q2. Ans- it is ambiguous. When some people use the “race” they attach a biological meaning, still others use “race” as a socially constructed concept. It is clear that even though race does not have a biological meaning, it does have a social meaning which has been legally constructed.
Q3. Ans- C- All of the above
Q4 Ans- All of the above.
Q5. Ans- Racism and sexism can only be overcome if people recognize that these are systems of discrimination and actively work toward dismantling such institutions.
Q6. Ans-. Preserving biodiversity on our planet, from fungus to whales
Q7. Ans- c- All of above
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