Question

Which of the following was NOT one of the Horace Miner's goals in writing "Body Ritual Among the Nacirema?"

A. Document and preserve the culture and magic-rich customs of the Nacirema
B. Provide a satirical commentary on ethnocentrism and cultural biases in anthropological writings
C. Describe the bizarre and puzzling rituals of the Nacirema for entertainment
D. Promote the idea that Nacirema culture is superior to other cultures

Answer 1

Horace Miner's goals in writing 'Body Ritual Among the Nacirema' were to document the culture and customs of the Nacirema and provide a satirical commentary on ethnocentrism in anthropology.

Step-by-step explanation:

Horace Miner's primary goals in writing 'Body Ritual Among the Nacirema' were A) to document and preserve the culture and magic-rich customs of the Nacirema, and B) to provide a satirical commentary on ethnocentrism and cultural biases in anthropological writings. Therefore, the answer is D) Promote the idea that Nacirema culture is superior to other cultures was NOT one of Miner's goals.