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