CAPE Sociology Unit 1 · 2015 · Paper 2

6 questions and parts from this paper. Open one to see it in full, then practise it on Quelpr and get it marked against the mark scheme.

1. 125 marksUsing relevant examples, explain what is meant by the term 'culture'. Outline and critically assess the impact of globalization on Caribbean culture.
2. 225 marksAssess the importance of informed consent and confidentiality to a study of the drug trade in the Caribbean, considering the sociologist's responsibility to protect human subjects.
3. 325 marksEvaluate the statement that the influence of religion decreases as society develops, with reference to either the functionalist or conflict perspective in the context of a named religion in Caribbean society today.
4. 425 marksDiscuss two consequences of male underachievement in the education system, and assess the relevance of either the functionalist or conflict perspective to explaining why females outperform males in Caribbean society…
5. 525 marksWith reference to either the conflict or interactionist perspective, discuss the functionalist view that stratification is a universal system that benefits society.
6. 625 marksDiscuss changes in the system of social stratification since independence in a named Caribbean society that have influenced the structure and function of political parties, focusing on issues such as class or race and…