Unit 3: Being Human Flashcards

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What is it that makes us human and separates us from other living things?

A

Ability to reason, to choose (free will). Existence and consciousness of a soul.

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What is the definition of anthropology?

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Science that studies the origin, development and customs of human beings.

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What methods do anthropologist use to study human beings?

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Fossils, artifacts, behaviours, languages, culture, history.

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4
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Is what makes us human solely determined by our DNA?

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DNA cannot give insight into the human soul.

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What is the definition of humanity?

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Qualities and characteristics considered as a whole to be typical of human beings.

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