✅ AC4.2 COMBINED REVISION EXAM
(WITH ANSWERS)
SECTION A — SHORT QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS (2–4 marks)
1. Define “social norms” and give one example.
Answer:
Social norms are unwritten rules that guide acceptable behaviour in society.
Example: Not pushing into a queue; taking turns.
2. What is meant by “public perception of crime”?
Answer:
It refers to how the public views the seriousness or acceptability of certain crimes or behaviours. These
views can change over time due to media, campaigns, or social change.
3. Explain what “mores” are and provide one example.
Answer:
Mores are strong moral norms that a society considers absolutely unbreakable.
Example: Acts like incest or murder violate societal mores.
4. Identify two ways public perception can influence policy.
Answer:
1. If the public becomes more concerned about an issue, politicians may introduce tougher laws.
2. Changing attitudes can pressure lawmakers to revise outdated or discriminatory policies.
5. Describe how media campaigns can contribute to social change.
(WITH ANSWERS)
SECTION A — SHORT QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS (2–4 marks)
1. Define “social norms” and give one example.
Answer:
Social norms are unwritten rules that guide acceptable behaviour in society.
Example: Not pushing into a queue; taking turns.
2. What is meant by “public perception of crime”?
Answer:
It refers to how the public views the seriousness or acceptability of certain crimes or behaviours. These
views can change over time due to media, campaigns, or social change.
3. Explain what “mores” are and provide one example.
Answer:
Mores are strong moral norms that a society considers absolutely unbreakable.
Example: Acts like incest or murder violate societal mores.
4. Identify two ways public perception can influence policy.
Answer:
1. If the public becomes more concerned about an issue, politicians may introduce tougher laws.
2. Changing attitudes can pressure lawmakers to revise outdated or discriminatory policies.
5. Describe how media campaigns can contribute to social change.
