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Suicide by Emile Durkheim - Exam
Contributed by: Barry
  • 1. What is the primary focus of Durkheim's study in 'Suicide'?
A) Psychological factors in individual cases
B) The social factors influencing suicide rates
C) Religious beliefs about death
D) Economic conditions of the time
  • 2. How many types of suicide did Durkheim identify?
A) Four
B) Five
C) Two
D) Three
  • 3. Which type of suicide is characterized by a disconnection from social norms?
A) Egoistic suicide
B) Fatalistic suicide
C) Anomic suicide
D) Altruistic suicide
  • 4. Which type of suicide did Durkheim believe was the result of excessive constraints?
A) Anomic suicide
B) Fatalistic suicide
C) Egoistic suicide
D) Altruistic suicide
  • 5. What social factor is most associated with altruistic suicide?
A) Weak societal norms
B) Excessive integration into a group
C) Lack of social connection
D) Economic decline
  • 6. In which year was 'Suicide' published?
A) 1901
B) 1889
C) 1905
D) 1897
  • 7. What is egoistic suicide primarily linked to?
A) Economic prosperity
B) Excessive community involvement
C) Low social integration
D) High levels of regulation
  • 8. In Durkheim's view, which societal change can lead to anomic suicide?
A) Increased community bonds
B) Stagnation of society
C) Enhanced economic stability
D) Rapid social change
  • 9. What role does religion play in Durkheim's thesis on suicide?
A) It causes increased suicide rates
B) It provides psychological comfort
C) It influences social integration levels
D) It has no effect on suicide rates
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