Sociology 9699: Socialisation, Identity and Methods of Research Topical Past Paper Questions

Evaluate the view that practical factors are more important than theoretical factors in influencing the choice of research method. [26]

Evaluate the view that the interpretivist approach provides the best way to understand society. [26]

'The media is the most important influence in shaping youth identity.' (a) Explain this view. [10] (b) Using sociological material, give one argument against this view. [6]