16. What is the definition of structural functionalism?

a framework that sees society as a complex system whose parts work together

35. Which of the following does NOT fit into the field of archaeological anthropology?

analyzing social media trends to find patterns in human behavior

33. Which is not one of the proven benefits of note-taking?

Guarantees higher test scores and study habits

6. What is qualitative research?

multimethod in focus, studying things in their natural settings

4. What is the best definition for ethnocentricity?

the tendency to base perceptions of other groups or cultures on one's own

7. What is quantitative research?

collecting and analyzing numerical data

9. Why is Sigmund Freud still so important for the field of psychology?

many of his theories and methods built the foundation for the field

19. Choose the best definition for the bystander effect.

a phenomenon in which people fail to offer needed help in emergencies

32. How did Erik Erickson’s psychosocial development theory differ from Freuds?

Erickson believed in socialization rather than satiating sexual desire

31. Why is sleep considered important in psychological research?

helps memory consolidation, emotional regulation, and cognitive function.

39. What did the results of the Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) study reveal?

adverse childhood experiences=increased risk physical, & mental, health

44. What are the four main theories of social deviance?

Labelling theory, anomie, differential association theory, control theory

11. What is the importance of cultural anthropology?

complete understanding of how people have lived & adapted around the world

22. What did Maslow propose were the needs of people in his theory of motivation?

Physiological needs, safety, belonging, esteem, and self actualization

25. What is the purpose of developmental theories in the social sciences?

To describe how and why people change and grow over time

28. What role do ethical review boards play in social science research?

They monitor and approve research to ensure it meets ethical standards.

21. What is the Hawthorne effect?

change in behavior due to the awareness of being observed.

13. Sociological perspective holds the view that people create their social worlds through shared understandings&symbols

Symbolic interactionist perspective

3. Choose the best definition for anthropology.

the scientific study of human societies and cultures and their development

38. What is the purpose of a research question in the social science research process?

It provides a foundation to build the research on

8. Why was Karl Marx so important to the field of sociology?

his theory of communism was the first conflict theory

40. What is the best definition for nervous system dysregulation?

A physiological maladaptive stress response

17. Choose the best definition for Darwin’s theory of evolution.

mechanisms like natural selection and speciation in evolutionary change

20. Attribution theories:

processes by which people ascribe motives to their own & others’ behavior

29. Why is language learning a significant area of study in the social sciences?

reveals how individuals use language within social and cultural contexts.

36. What ethical considerations of studying ancient DNA (paleogenetics) to learn more about humans, past & present?

informed consent from descendant communities involving them in the research

45. What is the main purpose of the social sciences?

analyze behavior/social structures to understand function & evo of society

10. Why is Charles Darwin so important for the field of anthropology?

he formed the theory of evolution, a foundational theory of the field

41. How does trauma affect the body?

can alter brain development, disrupt nervous, endocrine, and immune systems

27. Which of the following best describes the ethical issue of deception in social sciences research?

It refers to researchers manipulating data for better results.

15. Which definition best defines social norms

social rules for appropriate behavior shared by members of a culture

34. What is the quadripartite approach in anthropology?

4-field approach: cultural, biological, linguistic, and archaeological

42. What does a high Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) score predict?

higher risk of physical & mental health issues, & risky behaviour

26. What is the primary purpose of informed consent in research?

ensure participants understand the research &voluntarily agree to take part

1. Choose the best definition for sociology

the scientific study of the development, structure, &functioning of society

5. What is the correct order of the steps of the scientific method in the social sciences?

Observation,question, research,hypothesis, experiment, analysis, conclusion

2. Choose the best definition for psychology.

the scientific study of the human mind and its functions

23. What is the best definition for circadian rhythm?

physical, mental, and behavioral changes that follow a 24-hour cycle

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16. What is the definition of structural functionalism?
a framework that sees society as a complex system whose parts work together
a method of interpretation and analysis of aspects of human cognition
actor-observer effect
a whole formed by combining several (typically disparate) elements
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30. Which stage of sleep is most commonly associated with vivid dreaming?
Stage 1 (light sleep)
Stage 3 (deep sleep)
REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep
Stage 2 (moderate sleep)
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35. Which of the following does NOT fit into the field of archaeological anthropology?
examining material remains to interpret past human behaviours and cultures
analyzing social media trends to find patterns in human behavior
analyzing ancient texts to understand historical cultures
a comparative study of ancient structures to current architecture
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33. Which is not one of the proven benefits of note-taking?
Helps organize and clarify complex ideas
Aids in reviewing and reinforcing learning material
Improves focus and active engagement during lectures
Guarantees higher test scores and study habits
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12. One of the key theories in behavioural psychology is:
Operant Conditioning
Attribution theory
Cognitive Dissonance
Consciousness
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6. What is qualitative research?
multimethod in focus, studying things in their natural settings
collecting and analyzing numerical data
systematic investigation in order to establish facts&reach new conclusions
to investigate systematically
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4. What is the best definition for ethnocentricity?
put the needs, concerns, & perspective of the social unit before individual
the tendency to base perceptions of other groups or cultures on one's own
interest in or focus on one’s self rather than on other objects or people
to emphasize one’s own needs, concerns, & outcomes rather than others
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7. What is quantitative research?
is multimethod in focus, studying things in their natural settings
a method to uncover social happenings in human societies
asking questions to find out personal opinions on certain topics
collecting and analyzing numerical data
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9. Why is Sigmund Freud still so important for the field of psychology?
many of his theories and methods built the foundation for the field
his theories were so controversial that the field still remembers them
his theories were an accurate explanation for human behavior
He was the first psychologist to use talk therapy successfully.
10
37. Which of the following are NOT one of the pioneers of sociology?
Karl Marx
Emile Durkheim
Franz Ferdinand
Harriet Martineau
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19. Choose the best definition for the bystander effect.
exhibiting behavior that sharply deviates from social norms
individual or group activities directed to achieving benefits for community
negative attitude toward person/group formed in advance of any experience
a phenomenon in which people fail to offer needed help in emergencies
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24. Which of the following did NOT have a stage theory on human development?
Jean Piaget
Margaret Mead
Sigmund Freud
Eric Eickson
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32. How did Erik Erickson’s psychosocial development theory differ from Freuds?
Freud believed early development only affected behaviour
His theory was so similar to Freud’s that only the names differ
Erickson believed in socialization rather than satiating sexual desire
Freud and Erickson disagreed on the importance of the first 6 years
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31. Why is sleep considered important in psychological research?
Sleep is a mystery that the field of psychology knows nothing about
It is useful for studying physical health in relation to sound waves.
Psychologists want to prove it does not empirically serve a purpose
helps memory consolidation, emotional regulation, and cognitive function.
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39. What did the results of the Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) study reveal?
Adult health determined by genetics, with little influence from childhood
Adverse childhood experiences have minimal impact on health and well-being
experiences of physical abuse during childhood linked to adult outcomes
adverse childhood experiences=increased risk physical, & mental, health
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44. What are the four main theories of social deviance?
Criminal theory, offender theory, cognitive dissonance, conflict theory
Social deviant, cognitive deviant, biological deviant, behavioural deviant
Adverse development, anomie, cognitive deviant theory, control theory
Labelling theory, anomie, differential association theory, control theory
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11. What is the importance of cultural anthropology?
can help people improve their decision making, stress management& behavior
a degree in anthropology can allow travel all over the world
the study of the patterns of human behavior & speculating the future
complete understanding of how people have lived & adapted around the world
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22. What did Maslow propose were the needs of people in his theory of motivation?
Homeostasis, resources, socialization, respect, and self actualization
Physiological needs, safety, belonging, esteem, and self actualization
Health, security, love, esteem, and self actualization
Physical needs, employment, security, family, morality, and fulfillment
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25. What is the purpose of developmental theories in the social sciences?
To diagnose medical conditions in childhood.
To predict economic trends in different societies.
To describe how and why people change and grow over time
To explain psychological events and their societal impacts.
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28. What role do ethical review boards play in social science research?
They ensure research results are publicly available.
They decide which research methods are most effective.
They monitor and approve research to ensure it meets ethical standards.
They recruit participants for large-scale studies.
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21. What is the Hawthorne effect?
The tendency to remember unusual or emotionally charged events.
The improvement in performance caused by external rewards.
The decline in productivity due to repetitive tasks.
change in behavior due to the awareness of being observed.
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13. Sociological perspective holds the view that people create their social worlds through shared understandings&symbols
Functionalist perspective
Symbolic interactionist perspective
Feminist perspective
Conflict theory perspective
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3. Choose the best definition for anthropology.
the scientific study of evolution in human beings
scientific study of humans together with the other primates
the study of the origin & evolution of a word's meaning across time
the scientific study of human societies and cultures and their development
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18. Which of the following is NOT a cognitive bias.
confirmation bias
actor-observer effect
availability heuristic
classical conditioning
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38. What is the purpose of a research question in the social science research process?
It makes the research more personal and therefore, effective
It provides a foundation to build the research on
It allows scientists to use a process similar to journalists (5 w’s)
It provides a prompt that the hypothesis can be the solution for
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8. Why was Karl Marx so important to the field of sociology?
his theory of communism was the first conflict theory
he was a champion of capitalism
Marxism changed the world forever
he is considered the 'father of sociology'
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40. What is the best definition for nervous system dysregulation?
The consistent ability to manage and express emotions in healthy ways.
A physiological maladaptive stress response
A complete absence of emotional expression in social situations.
Feelings of sadness or frustration in response to a stressful situation.
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17. Choose the best definition for Darwin’s theory of evolution.
The classification of organisms based on their physical traits alone.
The historical classification of extinct species.
mechanisms like natural selection and speciation in evolutionary change
The formation of new species due to reproductive isolation.
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20. Attribution theories:
a process of reasoning or intuiting
processes by which people ascribe motives to their own & others’ behavior
make inferences regarding the cause of a person’s behavior.
ascription of one’s own or another’s behavior, event, or outcome
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29. Why is language learning a significant area of study in the social sciences?
Because all languages are learned in exactly the same way across societies.
Because it eliminates the need for cultural research.
Because it is only influenced by biological development.
reveals how individuals use language within social and cultural contexts.
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36. What ethical considerations of studying ancient DNA (paleogenetics) to learn more about humans, past & present?
prioritizing rapid publication of findings to advance scientific knowledge
finding empirical evidence to support current theories
informed consent from descendant communities involving them in the research
a focus on the historical and cultural context of the remains
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45. What is the main purpose of the social sciences?
provide entertainment through fictional representationsof historical events
replace philosophy & religion with science to determine moral truths
analyze behavior/social structures to understand function & evo of society
generate fixed laws about human nature, similar to the laws of physics
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10. Why is Charles Darwin so important for the field of anthropology?
he is considered the 'father of anthropology'
he wrote a best-selling book outlining the field
he formed the theory of evolution, a foundational theory of the field
he coined the term, "survival of the fittest"
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12. One of the key theories in behavioural psychology is:
Cognitive Dissonance
Theory of Consciousness
Attribution theory
Operant Conditioning
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41. How does trauma affect the body?
Real trauma causes physical scarring and injuries
can alter brain development, disrupt nervous, endocrine, and immune systems
Trauma only affects emotional and mental well-being
Trauma causes changes in thought processes and behaviour
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27. Which of the following best describes the ethical issue of deception in social sciences research?
It involves keeping all aspects of the study secret from participants.
It refers to researchers manipulating data for better results.
It is when researchers exaggerate their findings to get funding.
It occurs when participants are misled about the true nature or purpose
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15. Which definition best defines social norms
social rules for appropriate behavior shared by members of a culture
elitist behaviors of people with social status
patterned and recurrent aspects of life shared by all known societies
broad ideas regarding what is desirable, correct and good
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34. What is the quadripartite approach in anthropology?
method on culture to understand human societies across time,region, history
4-field approach: cultural, biological, linguistic, and archaeological
framework that combines psychology, sociology, political science& economic
technique that emphasizes study of ancient texts and historical documents
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42. What does a high Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) score predict?
higher risk of physical & mental health issues, & risky behaviour
A greater likelihood of experiencing positive mental health in adulthood
An inability to form any social relationships in adulthood.
Increased resilience and reduced sensitivity to stress.
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43. Who developed the "Strange Situation" experiment to study attachment styles in children?
Erik Erikson
Mary Ainsworth
Jean Piaget
Sigmund Freud
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26. What is the primary purpose of informed consent in research?
To allow the researcher to publish data freely
ensure participants understand the research &voluntarily agree to take part
To reduce the number of participants who drop out
To provide the researcher with legal protection
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1. Choose the best definition for sociology
the scientific study of the human mind and its functions
the scientific study of all beings that socialize
the process of learning to behave in a way that is acceptable to society
the scientific study of the development, structure, &functioning of society
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5. What is the correct order of the steps of the scientific method in the social sciences?
Experiment, observation, hypothesis, test,conclusion
Research,question, observation,hypothesis, experiment, analysis, conclusion
Question, hypothesis, test/experiment,analysis, conclusion
Observation,question, research,hypothesis, experiment, analysis, conclusion
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2. Choose the best definition for psychology.
the scientific study of mental disorders
the scientific study of how society works
the scientific study of human life
the scientific study of the human mind and its functions
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23. What is the best definition for circadian rhythm?
the scientific term for what happens when you get jet lag
a master clock in the brain coordinates all the biological clocks
the gene that makes people sleep and wake up
physical, mental, and behavioral changes that follow a 24-hour cycle

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