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Rural Sociology Question Paper

Rural Sociology

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Sociology

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2010

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2010/2011
FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
ARTS
ASC 300:
RURAL SOCIOLOGY

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DATE: FRIDAY 3RD DECEMBER 2010
TIME: 11.00 A.M. - 1.00 P.M.

INSTRUCTIONS
? Answer Question 1 and any other TWO questions.
? Question 1 carries 30 marks and the rest carry 20 marks each.
? Read the questions carefully before attempting them.
? Clarity of the answers is required.
? Do not write anything on the question paper.
Question 1
a)
What do you understand by the term Rural Sociology? (5 marks)
b)
What do you consider as the major concern of Rural Sociology? (10 marks)
c)
Looking at the historical development of Rural Sociology, explain why the subject developed taking into consideration the different social settings. (15 marks)
Question 2
With reference to various approaches of studying Rural Communities, explain with relevant examples the main characteristics of Rural Communities. (20 marks)
Question 3
Define the term Community Leadership. By citing various types of Community Leaders clearly show the relevance of leadership to Rural communities. (20 marks)
Question 4
Define peasantry and by way of relevant examples, outline its main characteristics. (20 marks)
Question 5
Identify the approaches used in bringing about Rural Development. Explain what you consider as the main challenges facing Rural Development in Kenya. (20 marks)

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