AFRICA” The San People Of Namibia

“AFRICA”
THE SAN PEOPLE OF NAMIBIA;

Discuss the Bushmen by addressing the following:

1. South Africa’s history and role in their (the San and !Kung) existence:
2. Analyzing the primary aspects of their culture (be sure to discuss at least 4 aspects).
3. Use your knowledge of sociology to contrast traditional Bushman life with life in suburban America. Your answer must be sociological: Write about values, roles and statuses, group life, and social stratification;
4. The Bushmen deal with a variety of problems, what are they? Where do you see the !Kung 100 years from now?
5. What were the most significant aspects of San life as they were depicted in the film Nai, Story of a Kung women?
6. What social changes in Namibia changed the lives of the San?
7. Which of the traditional San values helps the San adapt to modern society? Which present obstacles? Explain.
8. How can you use the functionalist perspective to explain why the San emphasized sharing, were nomadic, and small families?

Discuss the concept of culture by addressing:

9. Analyzing the differences in the elements of culture which are normative, cognitive and material;
10. Analyzing 5 elements, which you think exemplify our own culture, and explaining the extent to which you think these elements/ characteristics are valued in our society.