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