INSTITUCION EDUCATIVA LA PRESENTACION

NOMBRE
ALUMNA:
AREA : HUMANIDADES
ASIGNATURA: INGLES
DOCENTE: ANA LUCIA GOMEZ PLAZAS
TIPO DE GUIA: CONCEPTUAL - EJERCITACION
PERIODO GRADO N0 FECHA DURACION
2 10 2 Mayo de 3 UNIDADES
2019

INDICADOR DE DESEMPEÑO
Identifica la acción, los personajes, y el entorno a través de textos narrativos.

Read carefully the text. Develop The Guide in letter size sheets.

What is an Anthropologist?

An Anthropologist is a specialized type of Scientist. Also known as: Applied Anthropologist, Professor
of Anthropology.
An anthropologist is a scientist who researches and studies sociohistorical, archaeological, linguistical
and biological aspects of humanity, especially as they apply to the development of modern man. In
deciphering and analyzing artifacts, ancient languages and past cultures, anthropologists gain a better
understanding of how modern civilizations and behaviours came to be. Theories surrounding
anthropological studies are then applied to social policies, public problems and even government and
military protocol.

What does an Anthropologist do?

Anthropology as a science is divided into four distinct sub-fields: cultural anthropology (social
anthropology), archaeology, linguistic anthropology, and biological (physical) anthropology. Depending
on the sub-field, anthropologists' responsibilities vary widely.
Social anthropologists, for instance, research and study only social and cultural behaviours. They may
be employed as social scientists for government or research laboratories, conducting surveys and
analyzing data to develop new and more effective social policies. Census studies, for example, are
often conducted by social anthropologists. These scientists also work in disease prevention and aid in
the development of new crowd control techniques. In many ways, social scientists are sociologists
who work to implement their theories in a variety of practical applications.
Policy and program analyst positions are also available for social anthropologists. In these positions,
scientists study and analyze government or corporate policies and programs. They assess whether
existing programs are effective and whether social reform plans can be improved.
In the field of archaeology, anthropologists uncover humanity's hidden history through the discovery of
artifacts and structures left behind by previous civilizations. They contribute supporting evidence to
historical documents, or even uncover stories from the past that have not yet been told. That which is
learned from archaeologists' discoveries can aid in improving many aspects of modern culture, or
avoiding difficulties encountered in the past.
While archaeologists generally work in the field, excavating artifacts and studying historical structures,
some also find employment as university professors or museum curators. Both curators and archivists
organize and analyze large collections of evidence brought in from the field. They help interpret
information from these collections and bring it to the attention of the public and community.
Additionally, they oversee technical aspects of preservation and the display of exhibits within the
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museum.
Linguistic anthropologists research language development and how it applies to modern cultures. For
example, they might examine why the dialect of people in the southeastern United States carries a
negative stereotype or why the Inuit have 15 different words to describe snow. The results of these
studies are used to understand major concerns specific to each culture and develop more effective
intercultural relationships.
Those employed in the science of biological anthropology study the development of the human
species, especially theories that homo sapiens may have evolved from other primates. Biological
anthropologists utilize fossil evidence to develop extensive data on human ancestry and how certain
physical structures, such as the mandible or opposable thumb, may have developed. They also use
this evidence to study how some behaviours may have evolved and, in the case of new fossil
evidence, propose new species. To obtain non-fossil evidence, biological anthropologists study
primates in their natural environment in hopes of uncovering data relevant to humanity.

What is the workplace of an Anthropologist like?

Most anthropologists are employed by governments or universities, where they conduct the majority of
their research or teach anthropology to college students. Researchers and professors work indoors
year round. They traditionally enjoy a regular schedule of work hours, though at times more than 40
hours are required. Much of their time is spent writing reports based on research data and critical
thinking related to their field. In addition to teaching and creating course syllabi, professors may also
contribute on research teams at major universities.
Social scientists and other anthropologists employed by the government and major firms also benefit
from a regular work schedule and light physical demands. They spend most of the day in an office,
researching relevant information and preparing reports for their employers. Some social scientists also
go into the field to collect data for their research on a given assignment.
Field work is necessary for some types of anthropologists. Archaeologists may travel around the world
to uncover artifacts to aid in their research. Physical anthropologists will also travel far, studying
primates in their natural environments. Scientists in these positions must have strong physical stamina
and be accustomed to working in a variety of weather conditions and climates.

ACTIVITY

1. Read carefully the text.

2. Do a list of ALL unknown words of the text and write their meaning in front of each one of them.
3. Underline the prepositions with a blue color pencil.
4. Underline the adjectives with a yellow color pencil.

5. What is an Anthropologist?
a. An artist
b. A scientist
c. A chemist

6. It is a branch of the anthropology:

a. Medicine
b. Archaeology
c. Business

7. Name 6 fields of work of an Anthropologist.

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8. Write a small paragraph about the expression: What does an Anthropologist do? Argumentative
answer.

9. What is the contribution of an Anthropologist to the history of the world? Use connectors.
Argumentative answer.

10. Choose 15 words from the text and write the DEFINITIONS of them.

11. Would you study Anthropology? Why? Why not? (Complete answer)

12. Translate into Spanish the text.

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