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Suicide by Emile Durkheim - Quiz
Contributed by: Barry
  • 1. What is the primary focus of Durkheim's study in 'Suicide'?
A) Psychological factors in individual cases
B) The social factors influencing suicide rates
C) Religious beliefs about death
D) Economic conditions of the time
  • 2. How many types of suicide did Durkheim identify?
A) Three
B) Two
C) Four
D) Five
  • 3. Which type of suicide is characterized by a disconnection from social norms?
A) Altruistic suicide
B) Fatalistic suicide
C) Egoistic suicide
D) Anomic suicide
  • 4. In Durkheim's view, which societal change can lead to anomic suicide?
A) Rapid social change
B) Enhanced economic stability
C) Increased community bonds
D) Stagnation of society
  • 5. Which type of suicide did Durkheim believe was the result of excessive constraints?
A) Anomic suicide
B) Fatalistic suicide
C) Egoistic suicide
D) Altruistic suicide
  • 6. What social factor is most associated with altruistic suicide?
A) Excessive integration into a group
B) Weak societal norms
C) Lack of social connection
D) Economic decline
  • 7. 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 provides psychological comfort
D) It has no effect on suicide rates
  • 8. What is egoistic suicide primarily linked to?
A) Excessive community involvement
B) Economic prosperity
C) Low social integration
D) High levels of regulation
  • 9. In which year was 'Suicide' published?
A) 1901
B) 1889
C) 1897
D) 1905
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