Doing Sociology: Research Methods Ch(5) Book – 1 Practice Quiz in English Part – 1 || Class 11 Sociology Practice Quizzes in English Posted on March 1, 2025March 1, 2025 by Anshul Gupta0% 0 votes, 0 avg 1 Doing Sociology: Research Methods Ch(5) Book – 1Practice Quiz in English Part – 1 || Class 11 Sociology Practice Quizzes in English 1 / 201. What does it mean for sociology to be a ‘multi-paradigmatic’ science? A. It has competing and mutually incompatible schools of thought. B. It uses multiple methods. C. It has multiple truths. D. It studies multiple cultures. Explanation: A ‘multi-paradigmatic’ science like sociology has coexisting competing schools of thought. 2 / 202. Why is it harder to be objective in the social sciences than in the natural sciences? A. Social scientists study the world in which they themselves live. B. Social scientists are influenced by their own social context. C. Social scientists have personal biases and preferences. D. All of the above. Explanation: It is harder to be objective in the social sciences because researchers are part of the world they study, have personal biases, and are influenced by their social context. 3 / 203. What is the meaning of the word ‘methodology’? A. The study of scientific knowledge-gathering. B. The procedures through which knowledge is gathered. C. A synonym for 'method'. D. The study of method. Explanation: The word ‘methodology’ refers to the study of method, not just the method itself. 4 / 204. What is the purpose of constructing a genealogy in anthropological research? A. To meet people and become familiar with the way the community lives. B. All of the above. C. To understand the kinship system of the community. D. To become familiar with the structure of the community. Explanation: Constructing a genealogy helps understand kinship, community structure, and familiarization with the community’s way of life. 5 / 205. Which of the following is a distinctive feature of participant observation? A. All of the above. B. It requires the researcher to become an 'insider'. C. It aims to learn about the 'whole way of life' of a community. D. It involves a long period of interaction with the subjects of research. Explanation: Participant observation involves long-term interaction, becoming an ‘insider’, and learning about the entire way of life of a community. 6 / 206. How does sociological field work differ from anthropological field work? A. In its context and emphasis. B. In its duration. C. In its methods. D. In its content. Explanation: Sociological field work differs from anthropological field work in its context (where it is done) and emphasis (on different areas or topics). 7 / 207. What is ‘triangulation’ in sociological research? A. The use of a single method to study different research problems. B. The use of three different researchers in the same study. C. The use of a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods. D. The use of multiple methods to study the same research problem. Explanation: Triangulation refers to the use of multiple methods to approach the same research problem from different angles. 8 / 208. What is the technique called where a sociologist tries to take an outsider’s perspective on her/his own work? A. Self-reflexivity B. Objectivity C. Methodology D. Subjectivity Explanation: The technique where a sociologist tries to take an outsider’s perspective on her/his own work is called ‘self-reflexivity’. 9 / 209. Why is the old notion of objectivity considered outdated in social science? A. Because it is not attainable. B. Because it can be misleading. C. All of the above. D. Because it is too difficult to achieve. Explanation: The traditional idea of objectivity is now seen as outdated because it’s not attainable, can be misleading, and is too difficult to achieve. 10 / 2010. What was the principal method through which knowledge was produced in social anthropology since the 1920s? A. Interviews B. Surveys C. Historical methods D. Participant observation or field work Explanation: Participant observation or field work has been the principal method for producing knowledge in social anthropology since the 1920s. 11 / 2011. What is the primary reason for the special importance of method in sociology? A. It helps gather scientific knowledge. B. Sociologists need to gather a lot of knowledge. C. All of the above. D. Sociologists are interested in the lived experiences of people. Explanation: The primary reason for the special importance of method in sociology is that it helps gather scientific knowledge. 12 / 2012. What is the distinction between quantitative and qualitative methods in sociology? A. Quantitative methods are objective, while qualitative methods are subjective. B. Quantitative methods deal with countable variables, while qualitative methods deal with abstract phenomena. C. Quantitative methods study individuals, while qualitative methods study groups. D. Quantitative methods use surveys, while qualitative methods use interviews. Explanation: Quantitative methods focus on countable or measurable variables, while qualitative methods deal with abstract and hard-to-measure phenomena. 13 / 2013. What is the difference between ‘micro’ and ‘macro’ methods in sociological research? A. Micro methods use interviews, while macro methods use surveys. B. Micro methods study small settings, while macro methods tackle large-scale research. C. All of the above. D. Micro methods are qualitative, while macro methods are quantitative. Explanation: Micro methods focus on small, intimate settings, often with a single researcher, while macro methods tackle large-scale research involving many participants. 14 / 2014. What is one way sociologists deal with the possibility of unconscious bias? A. By explicitly mentioning relevant features of their social background. B. By ignoring their own feelings and attitudes. C. By adopting the point of view of others. D. By focusing only on facts. Explanation: Sociologists mention relevant aspects of their background to alert readers to potential bias. 15 / 2015. Who are ‘informants’ in anthropological research? A. People who provide information about the community. B. The anthropologist's teachers in the field. C. Crucial actors in the research process. D. All of the above. Explanation: Informants act as sources of information, teachers, and crucial participants in anthropological research. 16 / 2016. What is the meaning of the word ‘objective’ in everyday language? A. Based on individual values and preferences. B. Influenced by personal feelings or attitudes. C. Unbiased, neutral, or based on facts alone. D. Subject to interpretation. Explanation: In everyday language, ‘objective’ means unbiased, neutral, or based on facts alone. 17 / 2017. What does the presence of multiple perspectives and truths in sociology imply about research methods? A. That there are multiple methods, each with strengths and weaknesses. B. That quantitative methods are superior to qualitative methods. C. That there should be a single, unique research method. D. That objectivity is not important in sociological research. Explanation: The existence of multiple perspectives and truths in sociology leads to the use of multiple research methods, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. 18 / 2018. What is the main strength of participant observation? A. It provides a broad overview of a large population. B. It is quick and easy to conduct. C. It provides a rich and detailed picture of life from the 'insider' perspective. D. It allows for the collection of quantitative data. Explanation: The main strength of participant observation is its ability to provide a detailed ‘insider’ perspective. 19 / 2019. Why does the social world typically involve many competing versions or interpretations of reality? A. Because there is no single 'truth'. B. All of the above. C. Because things look different from different vantage points. D. Because people have different values and preferences. Explanation: The social world has multiple interpretations due to the absence of a single ‘truth’, different perspectives, and varying values. 20 / 2020. Why is it important for sociologists to carefully document their research procedures? A. To ensure that others can retrace their steps and check their conclusions. B. To claim superiority over other research methods. C. Both a) and b). D. To help them check and re-check their own thinking or line of argument. 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