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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) The social factors influencing suicide rates
C) Psychological factors in individual cases
D) Economic conditions of the time
  • 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) Anomic suicide
B) Fatalistic suicide
C) Egoistic 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) Altruistic suicide
D) Egoistic suicide
  • 5. What social factor is most associated with altruistic suicide?
A) Lack of social connection
B) Economic decline
C) Excessive integration into a group
D) Weak societal norms
  • 6. In which year was 'Suicide' published?
A) 1901
B) 1889
C) 1897
D) 1905
  • 7. What is egoistic suicide primarily linked to?
A) Low social integration
B) Excessive community involvement
C) Economic prosperity
D) High levels of regulation
  • 8. In Durkheim's view, which societal change can lead to anomic suicide?
A) Increased community bonds
B) Rapid social change
C) Enhanced economic stability
D) Stagnation of society
  • 9. 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
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