Research Methodology: Criminology
CRIM305(H1 2014)(16 Credits)
Three (3) hours
One hundred (100)
This is a closed book summative assessment.
This main examination paper consists of ninety one (91) multiple-choice type questions. Each question
must be read carefully before answering. More specifically, every question has five (5) different options of
which the candidate must select her or his correct with a black pen on this main
examination paper, based on the specific question asked. Every question has an allocated value of one (1)
mark each (accept for questions 28 and 32). At the end of the main examination hand this main examination
paper that contains your answers back to the respective invigilator/s. Candidates must please remember
to provide their respective student number, first names, surname and signature in the spaces specified on
the front page of this main examination paper.
Twenty seven (27), including cover
None
Dr J. Steyn
Prof R. Peacock
Dr J. Barkhuizen
, :
One of the following options is a journal accredited by the South African Department of
Higher Education and Training (DoHE&T). Indicate the correct option.
Acta Victimologica
Acta Criminologica
Acta Victimologica & Criminologica
Acta Penelogica
None of the above
What is the definition of formal research according to the CRIM305H1 (2014) Module
Reader?
The academic context where problem-solving is characterised by a more precise and serious
attitude
The nexus where theory and reality meet
A deliberate attempt is made at being thorough, systematic and accurate
The objective measurement of reality that is reported on in a thorough, systematic and
accurate way
Transforming data into meaningful information
All research is about?
Distinguishing the truth from what is perceived as common knowledge
Investigating a research problem in a systematic, planned way (which includes choosing a
method of data collection and data measurement)
Following a linear process to answer research questions and hypotheses
I and II
None of the above
The general purpose and aims of social research is to …?
Investigate social science phenomenon
Describe social science phenomenon
Explain social science phenomenon
Analyse social science phenomenon
Explore social science phenomenon
, Most criminal justice professionals routinely review which type of data?
Computer readouts and news reports
Archived and updated spread-sheets
Performance reports
Statistical tabulations
None of the above
You observe police activity in your city for one week, and then you describe what you
observed. What type of study have you performed?
Explorative
Descriptive
Explanatory
Applicative
None of the above
The College of Humanities at the University of KwaZulu-Natal has implemented a new
policy on the Howard College Campus regarding alcohol abuse. You want to evaluate its
effects. The purpose of your research is ……………………….?
Exploration
Description
Explanation
Application
None of the above
Reporting why some people believe that police are doing a good job while other people do
not is an example of ………………………….?
Explanatory research
Idiographic explanation
Singular explanation
Application research
None of the above
Determining whether a program designed to reduce residential burglaries actually had the
intended effect is an example of ………………………….?
Explanation
Evaluation
Application
Research
None of the above
CRIM305(H1 2014)(16 Credits)
Three (3) hours
One hundred (100)
This is a closed book summative assessment.
This main examination paper consists of ninety one (91) multiple-choice type questions. Each question
must be read carefully before answering. More specifically, every question has five (5) different options of
which the candidate must select her or his correct with a black pen on this main
examination paper, based on the specific question asked. Every question has an allocated value of one (1)
mark each (accept for questions 28 and 32). At the end of the main examination hand this main examination
paper that contains your answers back to the respective invigilator/s. Candidates must please remember
to provide their respective student number, first names, surname and signature in the spaces specified on
the front page of this main examination paper.
Twenty seven (27), including cover
None
Dr J. Steyn
Prof R. Peacock
Dr J. Barkhuizen
, :
One of the following options is a journal accredited by the South African Department of
Higher Education and Training (DoHE&T). Indicate the correct option.
Acta Victimologica
Acta Criminologica
Acta Victimologica & Criminologica
Acta Penelogica
None of the above
What is the definition of formal research according to the CRIM305H1 (2014) Module
Reader?
The academic context where problem-solving is characterised by a more precise and serious
attitude
The nexus where theory and reality meet
A deliberate attempt is made at being thorough, systematic and accurate
The objective measurement of reality that is reported on in a thorough, systematic and
accurate way
Transforming data into meaningful information
All research is about?
Distinguishing the truth from what is perceived as common knowledge
Investigating a research problem in a systematic, planned way (which includes choosing a
method of data collection and data measurement)
Following a linear process to answer research questions and hypotheses
I and II
None of the above
The general purpose and aims of social research is to …?
Investigate social science phenomenon
Describe social science phenomenon
Explain social science phenomenon
Analyse social science phenomenon
Explore social science phenomenon
, Most criminal justice professionals routinely review which type of data?
Computer readouts and news reports
Archived and updated spread-sheets
Performance reports
Statistical tabulations
None of the above
You observe police activity in your city for one week, and then you describe what you
observed. What type of study have you performed?
Explorative
Descriptive
Explanatory
Applicative
None of the above
The College of Humanities at the University of KwaZulu-Natal has implemented a new
policy on the Howard College Campus regarding alcohol abuse. You want to evaluate its
effects. The purpose of your research is ……………………….?
Exploration
Description
Explanation
Application
None of the above
Reporting why some people believe that police are doing a good job while other people do
not is an example of ………………………….?
Explanatory research
Idiographic explanation
Singular explanation
Application research
None of the above
Determining whether a program designed to reduce residential burglaries actually had the
intended effect is an example of ………………………….?
Explanation
Evaluation
Application
Research
None of the above
