Suicide by Emile Durkheim

1. What is the primary focus of Durkheim's study in 'Suicide'?

A) Religious beliefs about death
B) Economic conditions of the time
C) The social factors influencing suicide rates
D) Psychological factors in individual cases

2. How many types of suicide did Durkheim identify?

A) Two
B) Five
C) Four
D) Three

3. Which type of suicide is characterized by a disconnection from social norms?

A) Fatalistic suicide
B) Altruistic suicide
C) Anomic suicide
D) Egoistic suicide

4. In Durkheim's view, which societal change can lead to anomic suicide?

A) Enhanced economic stability
B) Increased community bonds
C) Rapid social change
D) Stagnation of society

5. What social factor is most associated with altruistic suicide?

A) Lack of social connection
B) Excessive integration into a group
C) Weak societal norms
D) Economic decline

6. What is egoistic suicide primarily linked to?

A) High levels of regulation
B) Economic prosperity
C) Excessive community involvement
D) Low social integration

7. Which type of suicide did Durkheim believe was the result of excessive constraints?

A) Egoistic suicide
B) Anomic suicide
C) Altruistic suicide
D) Fatalistic suicide

8. What role does religion play in Durkheim's thesis on suicide?

A) It has no effect on suicide rates
B) It influences social integration levels
C) It causes increased suicide rates
D) It provides psychological comfort

9. In which year was 'Suicide' published?

A) 1905
B) 1901
C) 1889
D) 1897

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