2. Anthropological Methods

Ethnographic Method — Quiz

Test your understanding of ethnographic method with 5 practice questions.

Practice Questions

Question 1

According to Gold’s continuum of participation, which role describes the ethnographer fully integrating into community activities, being viewed as a member while noting observations secondarily?

Question 2

To minimize the Hawthorne effect during participant observation of a traditional tea ceremony, a researcher should:

Question 3

When using audio recording devices during intimate family rituals, the primary ethical requirement is:

Question 4

Which type of fieldnote is focused on documenting logistical details such as schedule changes, methodological decisions, and site access during fieldwork?

Question 5

A researcher schedules participant observation for 6 hours per week over 12 weeks. What is the total number of observation hours?