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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following do Douglas' assumptions not allow for?
(a) Confidence.
(b) Organization.
(c) Harmony.
(d) Schematizing.

2. Which of the following is the concept of contagion most a part of, according to Douglas?
(a) Quran.
(b) Old Testmanet.
(c) Consitution.
(d) New Testamant.

3. According to Douglas, what rules are humans meant to adhere to?
(a) Ethics.
(b) Strength.
(c) Holiness.
(d) Morality.

4. What do Greek studies of purity and impurity involve?
(a) Theology.
(b) Lack of pollution or purity.
(c) Classical dramatists.
(d) Jewish concepts.

5. Which of the following transmits disease and has a toxic influence, according to Douglas?
(a) Hair.
(b) Flesh.
(c) Food.
(d) Aluminum.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following does Douglas describe as moving against nature?

2. To study purity and pollution, what does Douglas believe one must understand?

3. What does Douglas believe has been assumed to be based on false beliefs in magic?

4. According to Douglas, who had contempt for primitive society through preconceived judgments?

5. According to Frazer, what did the primitive people fail to incorporate in religion?

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