Suicide by Emile Durkheim

1. What is the primary focus of Durkheim's study in 'Suicide'?

A) Economic conditions of the time
B) Religious beliefs about death
C) Psychological factors in individual cases
D) The social factors influencing suicide rates

2. How many types of suicide did Durkheim identify?

A) Four
B) Two
C) Five
D) Three

3. Which type of suicide is characterized by a disconnection from social norms?

A) Egoistic suicide
B) Anomic suicide
C) Fatalistic suicide
D) Altruistic suicide

4. In Durkheim's view, which societal change can lead to anomic suicide?

A) Stagnation of society
B) Rapid social change
C) Enhanced economic stability
D) Increased community bonds

5. What social factor is most associated with altruistic suicide?

A) Lack of social connection
B) Weak societal norms
C) Economic decline
D) Excessive integration into a group

6. What is egoistic suicide primarily linked to?

A) Excessive community involvement
B) Low social integration
C) Economic prosperity
D) High levels of regulation

7. Which type of suicide did Durkheim believe was the result of excessive constraints?

A) Anomic suicide
B) Egoistic suicide
C) Altruistic suicide
D) Fatalistic suicide

8. What role does religion play in Durkheim's thesis on suicide?

A) It provides psychological comfort
B) It has no effect on suicide rates
C) It influences social integration levels
D) It causes increased suicide rates

9. In which year was 'Suicide' published?

A) 1889
B) 1905
C) 1901
D) 1897

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