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CSS 2026AnthropologyQ. 4
Discuss how Oscar Lewis's concept of the "culture of poverty" can be applied to current global social problems such as rising urban slums, intergenerational unemployment, and educational disparities. In what ways does the concept illuminate cultural patterns, and in what ways does it obscure structural forces?
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CSS Nexus21 Oct 2026
CSS 2026AnthropologyQ. 7
Based on Malinowski's analysis of the Kula ring, men maintain social influence through balanced reciprocity. Explain why the system would break down if participants began practicing negative reciprocity, considering its effects on trust, alliances, and social status.
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CSS Nexus21 Oct 2026