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Aps 203 : Cultural Psychology Question Paper

Aps 203 : Cultural Psychology

Course:Bachelor Of Arts

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2010

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2010/2011
EXAMINATIONS FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF ARTS
APS 203: CROSS-CULTURAL PSYCHOLOGY
DATE: MONDAY 22ND NOVEMBER 2010
TIME: 11.00 A.M. - 1.00 P.M.

INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION A (compulsory question)
Attempt ALL the Questions in this Section (30 marks)

Q.1a)Explain the meaning of the term .cross-culturalism? (4 marks)
b) Explain the meaning of the following variables as used in cross-cultural psychology
i) Ethnographic
ii) Demographic
iii) Status
iv) Affiliations
v) Power distance
vi) Values
(12 marks)
c)Explain the importance of studying cross-cultural psychology. (4 marks)
d)Distinguish between the following terms
i)Ethnocentric vs. ethnocentrism
ii)Race vs. racism
iii)Discrimination vs. prejudice
iv)Diversity vs. cultural identity
v)Institutional racism vs. racial discrimination
(10 marks)

SECTION B. Select any TWO questions form this section.

Q.2a) What is the relationship between cultural norms, value and attitudes. (12 marks)
b)Explain the significance of the following in a cross-cultural relationship.
i) The culture of the counselor
ii) The culture of the client
(8 marks)

Q.3 Discuss the courses and effects of dogmatism in Kenyan society. (20 marks)

Q.4a) The United States has been defined as the melting pot in which various cultures are assimilated and blended. Explain this statement in view of cross-cultural ism. (5 marks)

b)Trace the origin and development of cross-cultural psychology. (15 marks)

Q.5 Various theories and models have been put forward to explain cross cultural communication and relationships. Discuss any one theory and show its relevance to cross cultural understanding. (20 marks)

Aps 203 : Cultural Psychology Question Paper

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