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(1) Physical Anthropology: the study of biological and behavioral aspects of human beings and their ancestors, particularly from an evolutionary perspective.
“Blackface” is a form of theatrical makeup used by (typically white) performers to represent a black person.
Conclusion: My charcoal mask is inherently racist.
(2) Cultural Anthropology: the study and and comparison of human cultures.
My boyfriend (he/him) said it’s stupid how much I spend for my Lancôme eye cream, and my only defense was that it’s cheaper than botox and kind of gets the job done. He nodded, saying his PornHub Premium account is totally cheaper than a real date, so he gets it.
Conclusion: Humans are more alike than dissimilar.
(3) Archaeological Anthropology: the study of human cultures through material and environmental remains.
Because he never flushes the toilet, I can tell when he’s been to our favorite BBQ restaurant without me.
Conclusion: It may be difficult to discern the difference between men and children. (Also, corn!)
(4) Linguistic Anthropology: the study and comparison of language as a fundamental mechanism by which people create culture and social life.
I don’t talk to him through the bathroom door to annoy him. I do it because it’s the fastest way to get him to capitulate to any inquiry I have at that moment.
Conclusion: Urgency affects negotiations. Time kills deals.
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