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Introduction To Sociology Question Paper

Introduction To Sociology

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Sociology

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2010

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2009/2010
EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF ARTS
ASC 100: INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
DATE: Wednesday 28th July, 2010 TIME: 2.00 p.m. ? 4.00 p.m.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer THREE questions. All questions carry equal marks (23.3%).
Q1.
(a)
What is your understanding of sociology as an academic discipline?
(b)
Discuss the relationship between sociology and medicine and education, respectively.
Q2.
Discuss the contributions made to sociology by Emile Durkheim
Q3.
(a)
What is meant by social institution?
(b)
Identify any two (2) social institutions and highlight three contributions they have made to the development of your community.
Q4.
Write short notes on any four of the following concepts
(i)
Social Group
(ii)
Culture
(iii)
Norms
(iv)
Socialization
(v)
Social Stratification
(vi)
Social mobility
Q5.
(a)
Explain the meaning of social integration
(b)
Discuss experiences with two aspects of social integration in reference to Kenya
Q6.
(a)
Define globalization
(b)
Explain any three disadvantages of globalization for less industrialized countries such as Kenya.