you must answer two of the questions below. The page limit for the exam is 6 pages double-spaced (3 pages for each question). You are not required to bring in readings from outside of the class. You are, however, required to make extensive use of the readings from the class and provide specific examples from the readings, lectures and films to illustrate your points. When using these sources you are expected to cite them. A full bibliographic citation is not necessary—please just reference your sources in the text. Here is an example (Clifford, 200). You will be graded on both content and organization. Make sure to number all your pages. Please note: Do not exceed six pages for your midterm exam. I know it is difficult to limit your responses, but it is important to learn to be succinct. Good luck! MIDTERM EXAMS ARE DUE ON MAY 7th by 11:59 PM. PLEASE SUBMIT THEM ON CANVAS.
Essay Questions
QUESTION 1 (3-page limit) Choose question 1 or 2:
1) The role that the field of anthropology played in moving Native American objects and bodies into museums is well established. How does the life history of Ishi, thought to be the last Yahi Indian in California, embody the complicated and difficult history of Native Americans relationship with anthropology and museums? Discuss the motivations behind the desire by scientists to both study and display Ishi in the early 20th century, and the ongoing significance of his story today.
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2) During the first few weeks of the course, we discussed the history of early collecting practices and the types of exhibitions produced in the late 19th into the mid 20th century. What types of displays of Native Americans were produced during this period, and how have they continued to influence our understanding of Native American history and culture?
Question 3 (3-page limit) Required
3) The passage of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act in 1990 was a significant achievement for Indigenous repatriation activists. Explain the significance of the law, discuss the historical processes that created the issues that NAGPRA has sought to address, and the challenges that remain with compliance. What efforts are tribes currently undertaking to address the reluctance of some institutions to repatriate ancestors and cultural belongings?
