Chapter 2 - Post Mock Review

What is the primary purpose of using qualitative research methods in sociology?

• • A) To quantify behaviors and predict outcomes based on numerical data.

• • B) To explore social phenomena and understand human behavior in depth.

• • C) To test hypotheses and establish cause-effect relationships.

• • D) To collect statistical data for generalizing findings to a larger population.

Which research method involves the researcher participating in the daily life of the participants while observing their behavior?

• • A) Case Study

• • B) Survey

• • C) Experiment

• • D) Participant Observation

A sociologist wants to study the impact of social media on the academic performance of teenagers. Which research design is most appropriate for this study?

• A) Experimental

• B) Cross-sectional

• C) Longitudinal

• D) Comparative

What is a key characteristic of an ethnographic study?

• A) It is based on the analysis of historical documents.

• B) It involves controlled experiments in a lab setting.

• C) It provides a detailed and in-depth description of a community or culture.

• D) It focuses on numerical data collected through questionnaires.

Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of using surveys in sociological research?

• A) They do not allow for in-depth exploration of the respondents' feelings and beliefs.

• B) They are too time-consuming and expensive to administer.

• C) They can only be used to collect quantitative data.

• D) They require the researcher to be physically present with the respondents.

Content analysis is a method used to:

• A) Analyze statistical data.

• B) Study social processes over time.

• C) Examine the content of communication, such as books, speeches, and media.

• D) Conduct experiments in controlled environments.

Which method is best suited for studying the effects of a new teaching method on student performance?

• A) Interview

• B) Observation

• C) Experiment

• D) Survey

Ethical considerations in sociological research require that participants:

• A) Are informed about the research purposes and give their consent.

• B) Receive a summary of the research findings upon completion.

• C) Are compensated financially for their participation.

• D) Can influence the outcome of the research.

What does the term 'sampling' refer to in sociological research?

• What does the term 'sampling' refer to in sociological research?

• B) Selecting a group of people to represent a larger population.

• C) Analyzing a sample of soil or water in environmental studies.

• D) Sampling music for studies on cultural trends.

A sociologist conducting interviews to gather data on personal histories and experiences is likely using which of the following methods?

• A) Quantitative

• B) Qualitative

• C) Experimental

• D) Survey