Introduction to Sociology: 2004-05 Examination Questions

 

·        Please answer 4 questions.

·        Read the questions carefully. Before answering the questions, spend a few minutes to make some brief notes.

·        Only authorised dictionaries should be used during the examination.

·        If you require more writing paper or have any queries, please raise your hand.

·        Please allow sufficient time to complete four questions (45 minutes for each question).

·        Students will not be allowed to leave the room 15 minutes before the end of the examination. If you have any spare time, check over your answers.

 

 

1.      In what ways is the concept ‘class’ relevant and significant in modern Britain?

2.      Analyse liberal and radical approaches to gender inequality.

3.      How do the concepts ‘race’ and ‘ethnicity’ differ? Answer by providing some examples.

4.      Discuss how sexuality is socially constructed. Give examples.

5.      ‘Markets and organisations are efficient economic institutions.’ Assess this statement.

6.      Evaluate two or more key approaches to understanding the state.

7.      Critically explore the tensions and contradictions of the modern welfare state.

8.      Explore the impact of globalisation on the media and provide some examples.

9.      Assess the contribution of Foucault to our understanding of modern medicine.

10.  ‘Education is a key social equaliser in contemporary Britain.’ Discuss this statement.

11.  Analyse the role of religion in everyday life. Give examples.

12.  Compare and contrast quantitative and qualitative research methods.