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Introduction To Sociology(Sost 131)  Question Paper

Introduction To Sociology(Sost 131)  

Course:Education

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2013



TIME : 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS
Answer any three questions
Question One
Define the concept sociology and show its importance as a university course.
(10 Marks)
Using relevant examples discuss how structural functional theory can be used to understand the social world.
(10 Marks)

Question Two
Explain the importance of social groups in the human society.
(10 Marks)
Is the modern family largely based on emotional bonds rather than structural interdependence? Discuss using relevant examples.
(10 Marks)

Question Three
i) Define the term social change
(2 Marks)
ii) Explain the major factors of social change. (8 Marks)
Validate the statement that "sociology is a science."
(10 marks)

Question Four
Discuss the usefulness of socio-economic forces in stratifying human society.
(10 marks)
Explain the scientific method used by the sociologists to understanding the social world.
(10 Marks)

Question Five
Define the concept social norms.
(4 Marks)
Show the importance of social norms among communities in Africa.
(10 marks)
Describe briefly what has replaced social norms in the Kenyan nation.
(5 marks)






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