
Exploring Social Sciences
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Social Studies
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12th Grade
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Mary Grace Megriño
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary focus of Political Science?
The analysis of economic trends.
The examination of historical events.
The study of environmental policies.
The study of political systems and behavior.
Answer explanation
The primary focus of Political Science is the study of political systems and behavior, which encompasses how governments operate, the role of citizens, and the impact of policies on society.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Psychology differ from Sociology?
Psychology focuses on economic systems, while Sociology examines mental health.
Psychology studies individual behavior and mental processes, while Sociology studies social groups and structures.
Psychology is concerned with cultural norms, while Sociology looks at personal relationships.
Psychology analyzes group behavior, while Sociology studies individual thoughts.
Answer explanation
The correct choice highlights that Psychology focuses on individual behavior and mental processes, while Sociology examines social groups and structures, clearly distinguishing the two fields.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the main subfields of Anthropology?
Cultural anthropology, Archaeological anthropology, Biological anthropology, Linguistic anthropology
Forensic anthropology
Social anthropology
Environmental anthropology
Answer explanation
The main subfields of anthropology include cultural anthropology, archaeological anthropology, biological anthropology, and linguistic anthropology, which collectively cover the diverse aspects of human societies and their development.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Define the concept of supply and demand in Economics.
Supply is the quantity of a good or service that producers are willing to sell at various prices, while demand is the quantity that consumers are willing to buy at those prices.
Demand refers to the production capacity of a company.
Supply and demand are unrelated concepts in Economics.
Supply is the total amount of money in an economy.
Answer explanation
The correct choice accurately defines supply and demand: supply is what producers are willing to sell at various prices, and demand is what consumers are willing to buy at those prices, highlighting their interrelated nature.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of social institutions in Sociology?
Social institutions are solely responsible for economic growth.
Social institutions eliminate all forms of conflict in society.
Social institutions have no impact on individual behavior.
Social institutions provide structure, stability, and norms that guide individual behavior and societal functioning.
Answer explanation
Social institutions play a crucial role in providing structure, stability, and norms that guide individual behavior and societal functioning, making them essential for understanding social dynamics.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do historians determine the reliability of sources?
Historians determine the reliability of sources by evaluating the author's credibility, context, purpose, corroboration, audience, date, and potential biases.
Historians accept all sources as reliable if they are from well-known publishers.
Historians rely solely on the publication date of sources.
The reliability of sources is determined by their popularity among readers.
Answer explanation
Historians assess reliability by examining the author's credibility, context, purpose, corroboration, audience, date, and biases. This thorough evaluation ensures a more accurate understanding of historical sources.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the study of language and its structure called?
Linguistics
Philology
Semantics
Syntax
Answer explanation
The study of language and its structure is called linguistics. It encompasses various aspects of language, including syntax, semantics, and phonetics, making it the broadest term for this field.
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