Bas 101: Ethnography Of African Society. Question Paper
Bas 101: Ethnography Of African Society.
Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Sociology And Political Science
Institution: Rongo University question papers
Exam Year:2014
QUESTION ONE
a. Define ethnography. (5marks)
b. Discuss the relevance of ethnography as a field
of study Africa today. (10marks)
c. Explain five ethnographers’ techniques.
(10marks)
QUESTION TWO
By use of relevant examples, compare and contrast the following ethnography concepts (15marks)
a. Exogamous vs. Endogamous social groups
b. Patrilineal vs. Matrilineal descent
c. Polygny vs. Polyandry
d. Cephalous vs. Acephalous political system
e. Acculturation vs. Diffusion
QUESTION THREE
Use clear illustrations to distinguish:-
a. Ascribed and achieved status. (7marks)
b. Reciprocity and redistribution systems of social c. exchange. (8marks)
QUESTION FOUR
Discuss the impact of colonialism on African societies. (15marks)
QUESTION FIVE
Using examples outline a typical ethnographic research design you can use to study a society of your choice in Africa. (15marks)
QUESTION SIX
Discuss with specific examples how the Maasai of East Africa have adapted to the current social milieu. (15marks)
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