Question

which of these is a true statement about anthropologists?
anthropologists studies are limited to today’s cultures and societies.
anthropologists study how ancient cultures are similar and different.
anthropologists leave the study of human origins to archaeologists.
anthropologists leave the study of social behaviors to sociologists.

Explanation:

• First option: Anthropologists study past and present cultures, so this is false.
• Second option: Anthropologists analyze similarities and differences in ancient (and modern) cultures, this is true.
• Third option: Anthropologists do study human origins (along with archaeologists), so false.
• Fourth option: Anthropologists also study social behaviors, so false.

Answer:

B. Anthropologists study how ancient cultures are similar and different.