Practice Emile Durkheim's Functionalist Theory - 3.1 | Chapter 2: The Religion and Society | ICSE Class 12 Sociology
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does Durkheim mean by 'social cohesion'?

💡 Hint: Think about what makes a group feel united.

Question 2

Easy

Define collective consciousness in one sentence.

💡 Hint: Consider what common ideas might unite a group.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary function of religion according to Durkheim?

  • To provide entertainment
  • To promote social cohesion
  • To explain natural phenomena

💡 Hint: Consider why communities gather for rituals.

Question 2

True or False: Durkheim believed that religion served no purpose in modern society.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the importance of shared values in a diverse society.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Critically assess the effectiveness of Durkheim’s theory in explaining contemporary religious movements.

💡 Hint: Consider various motivations driving today's religious affiliations.

Question 2

Apply Durkheim’s functionalist theory to a current social movement and evaluate its implications.

💡 Hint: Think about how religious ideas are involved or might inspire action.

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