Social Sciences Quiz

What is the primary focus of Social Sciences according to the text?

• Understanding only the issues in society

• Studying natural sciences

• Contributing to the development of a country

• Learning about different cultures

According to Roger M. Keesing's definition, which of the following is NOT a sign of a society?

• A high population

• A fixed location

• A distinctive culture

• Frequent migration

Which of the following best describes the relationship between society and science in the context of Social Sciences?

• Social Sciences use scientific methods to understand society

• Science is only about natural phenomena.

• Society is unrelated to science

• Society is a scientific experiment.

What is one misconception about studying Social Sciences mentioned in the text?

• Social Sciences use scientific methods to understand society

• Science is only about natural phenomena.

• Society is unrelated to science

• Society is a scientific experiment.

Which characteristic BEST distinguishes Social Sciences from Natural Sciences?

• Social Sciences study natural phenomena

• Social Sciences rely entirely on laboratory experiments

• Social Sciences focus on human behavior in group settings

• Social Sciences prioritize quantitative over qualitative data

A researcher wants to study the impact of rising rice prices on urban poor families. Which domain of knowledge would this study primarily belong to?

• Natural Sciences

• Physical Sciences

• Humanities

• Social Sciences

Why can't Social Sciences always achieve the same level of exactness as Natural Sciences?

• Because human behavior is spontaneous and unpredictable

• Because they don't use the scientific method

• Because they focus only on qualitative data

• Because they don't test hypotheses

Which research method would be most appropriate for analyzing ancient Tagalog poetry?

• Quantitative Method

• Mixed Method

• Experimental Method

• Qualitative Method

What is the PRIMARY purpose of reviewing literature in the scientific method?

• To copy previous studies

• To identify gaps in existing knowledge

• To avoid formulating hypotheses

• To eliminate the need for data collection

Which of the following research questions would BEST fit a Mixed Methods approach?

• Calculating the pH level of rainwater

• Measuring student test scores in mathematics

• Examining both test scores AND student attitudes about math

• Analyzing Shakespearean sonnets