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ANTHROPOLOGY

Anthropology is the study of humans, their behavior, societies, and


cultures across time. It seeks to understand the diversity of human
experiences and how people live, think, and interact in different
environments.

Anthropology is divided into four main fields: cultural


anthropology, archaeology, biological anthropology, and linguistic
anthropology.
Studies human cultures, traditions, and social
practices.

Focuses on studying past human societies through


their physical remains like tools, buildings, and
artifacts.
Examines human evolution, genetics, and physical
characteristics, as well as our closest relatives like
primates.

Explores how language affects social life, including


how languages develop, change, and are used in
different cultures.
In Benguet, people live in close communities where family and
clan connections are very important. Elders are respected and
help make decisions and solve problems.

The Ibaloi people form family groups called “barkadahan” to


support each other and share tasks.
important in Benguet. They often involve offering
food and prayers to ancestors and spirits for
health and good fortune.

Ritual involves giving offerings to ask for


blessings for a good harvest and protection.
Traditional clothing in Benguet is bright and
patterned, showing the wearer’s heritage and
social status. This clothing is worn during
festivals and special events.
Festivals in Benguet are lively events with music,
dance, and food. They celebrate local culture and
bring people together.

"Adivay Festival" in La Trinidad features


traditional dances, music, and crafts, celebrating
Benguet’s diverse communities.
Farming in Benguet follows old methods that are well-
suited to the mountain environment. These methods
have been passed down through generations.
Terraced farming helps manage the steep land and
conserve soil and water, showing how farmers use their
knowledge of the environment.

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