Exams and revision advice

Exams and revision advice

Evaluate the view that differences in crime rates between ethnic groups are mainly the result of the way the criminal justice system operates

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The recent A-level sociology exam question analyzed differences in crime rates among ethnic groups, focusing on the role of the criminal justice system (CJS). It highlighted perspectives from labelling theory, Left Realism, and Right Realism, concluding that while systemic bias exists in the CJS, socio-economic and cultural factors also significantly influence these disparities.

A level sociology exam practice, Exams and revision advice

Analyse two ways that globalisation may affect domesticlabour in the UK.

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The June 2023 A-level sociology exam featured a question on globalisation’s effects on domestic labour in the UK, focusing on migration and technological access. Increased migration has modified traditional gender roles, while technology, such as washing machines, has liberated some domestic labour but reaffirmed gender inequalities, impacting both men and women differently.

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Outline and explain two problems of using primary qualitative methods in sociological research.

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The content discusses two main problems associated with using primary qualitative methods in sociological research. Firstly, such methods, like Participant Observation, are subjective and lack reliability, complicating replication and consistency in findings. Secondly, unstructured interviews generate messy data that complicates identifying common themes and isolating cause and effect, hindering scientific conclusions.

A level sociology exam practice, Exams and revision advice

Two reasons why the media represents young people in negative ways

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The June 2022 A-level Sociology paper addressed the representation of young people in mass media. The media, controlled by middle-aged professionals, prioritizes sensational stories, leading to negative portrayals of youth. This bias stems from a lack of understanding of youth culture and the emphasis on news values like negativity and extraordinariness, leading to skewed representations.

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