Rest/Theo 429: Sociology Of Religion Question Paper
Rest/Theo 429: Sociology Of Religion
Course:Theology & Religious Studies
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2013
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 1ST TRIMESTER 2013 (DAY) EXAMINATION
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : THEOLOGY & RELIGIOUS STUDIES
UNIT CODE : REST/THEO 429
UNIT TITLE : SOCIOLOGY OF RELIGION
TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer Any THREE Questions, Each Question carries 20marks.
Question One
Explain the relevance of sociology of religion from a historical perspective.
(20marks)
Question Two
Describe the contributions of Emile Durkheim in relation to religion. (20marks)
Question Three
Explain the following terms as used in sociology of religion:-
a) Religion
b) Sociology
c) Sociology of religion. (20marks)
Question Four
Examine the functions of religion as expressed by:-
a) Emile Durkheim
b) Karl Marx
c) Max Weber (20marks)
Question Five
Define and explain the THREE theoretical/ conceptual frameworks commonly used by sociologists. (20marks)
Question Six
How can sociology studies change the belief and attitude of a student?
(20marks)
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