Paper 1: Sociocultural Level of Analysis Practice Questions
8 Mark Questions
Marks will be awarded for focused answers demonstrating accurate knowledge
and understanding of research.
Possible Command Terms: analyse, apply, define, describe, distinguish, explain,
outline, state
General Learning Outcomes
1. Outline how one principle that defines the sociocultural level of analysis
may be demonstrated in one research study.
2. Explain how and why one particular research method has been used at
the sociocultural level of analysis.
3. Outline one ethical considerations related to one research study at the
sociocultural level of analysis.
Sociocultural Cognition
4. Describe the role of one situational and dispositional factor in explaining
behaviour.
5. Outline two errors in attribution.
6. Describe one theory or study on the formation of stereotypes.
7. Explain the formation of stereotypes and their effect on behaviour.
8. Explain how stereotypes affect behaviour.
9. Outline social identity theory.
Social Norms
10. Explain social learning theory, making reference to one relevant study.
11. Describe the use of one compliance techniques.
12. Describe one research study on conformity to group norms.
13. Outline one factor that influences conformity.
Cultural Norms
14. Define the terms “culture” and “cultural norms”.
15. Describe the role of one cultural dimension on behaviour.
16. Using one example, explain one ”emic” or “etic” concept.
22 Mark Questions
Marks will be awarded for demonstration of knowledge and understanding (including
the use of relevant psychological research), evidence of critical thinking (e.g.
application, analysis, synthesis, evaluation), and organization of answers.
Possible Command Terms: Compare, contrast, discuss, evaluate, examine, to
what extent
General Learning Outcomes
17. Explain principles that define the sociocultural level of analysis and explain how this
principle may be demonstrated in research.
18. Discuss how and why particular research methods are used at the sociocultural level of
analysis.
19. Discuss ethical considerations related to research studies at the cognitive level of
analysis.
Sociocultural Cognition
20. Describe the role of situational and dispositional factors in explaining behaviour.
21. Discuss two errors in attributions.
22. Evaluate social identity theory, making reference to relevant studies.
23. Explain the formation of stereotypes and their effect on behaviour.
Social Norms
24. Explain social learning theory, making reference to two relevant studies.
25. Discuss the use of compliance techniques.
26. Discuss factors influencing conformity to group norms.
27. Discuss factors influencing conformity.
Cultural Norms
28. Examine the role of two cultural dimensions on behaviour.
29. Using examples, explain “emic” and “etic” concepts.