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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 7, what type of boundaries does society have?
(a) Internal and external.
(b) Shrill and peaceful.
(c) Polluted and purified.
(d) Introverted and outgoing.

2. For rituals to be effective, what does Douglas believe they require?
(a) Harmony and blessings.
(b) Faith and confidence.
(c) Symbolism and hope.
(d) Skill and health.

3. Which of the following would not be appropriate for an earth animal, according to the classification?
(a) Walking.
(b) Running.
(c) Hopping.
(d) Swimming.

4. What example is given to describe why a sorcerer would move animals to the human sphere?
(a) To consume them in hard times.
(b) To exploit them for evil powers.
(c) To anger God.
(d) To sacrifice the animal's blood.

5. Which of the following is not a social control that Douglas lists?
(a) Etiquette.
(b) Norms.
(c) Cell phone.
(d) License.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the effects of pollution involve, according to Douglas?

2. Why do cultures avoid pollution, according to Purity and Danger?

3. What does Douglas' social life depend on?

4. What can be derived from the ritual frame that Douglas describes?

5. If a woman is endangered in child labor, who is condemned in Nuer culture?

(see the answer key)

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