Field Research Methods MCQs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: September 12, 2024

1. What is the primary objective of field research?
A) To collect data in a controlled laboratory setting
B) To observe and gather data from natural or real-world settings
C) To analyze historical records
D) To conduct surveys online
Answer: B) To observe and gather data from natural or real-world settings

2. Which method involves the researcher immersing themselves in the environment they are studying?
A) Survey Research
B) Case Study
C) Participant Observation
D) Experimental Research
Answer: C) Participant Observation

3. What type of data is typically collected through structured interviews in field research?
A) Qualitative data
B) Quantitative data
C) Secondary data
D) Tertiary data
Answer: B) Quantitative data

4. In field research, “triangulation” refers to:
A) Using multiple data sources or methods to enhance the validity of the results
B) Collecting data from a single source
C) Analyzing data from historical archives
D) Conducting experiments in a controlled environment
Answer: A) Using multiple data sources or methods to enhance the validity of the results

5. The term “ethnography” in field research refers to:
A) The study of human cultures through detailed observation and participation
B) The statistical analysis of numerical data
C) The collection of data from written records
D) The study of physical phenomena
Answer: A) The study of human cultures through detailed observation and participation

6. Which of the following is a common method for collecting qualitative data in the field?
A) Structured questionnaires
B) Surveys
C) In-depth interviews
D) Experimental tests
Answer: C) In-depth interviews

7. In field research, a “case study” is used to:
A) Examine a specific instance or phenomenon in detail
B) Conduct large-scale statistical analysis
C) Test hypotheses under controlled conditions
D) Analyze numerical data from a survey
Answer: A) Examine a specific instance or phenomenon in detail

8. Which method involves observing subjects without interfering or manipulating their environment?
A) Experimental Research
B) Action Research
C) Non-participant Observation
D) Focus Groups
Answer: C) Non-participant Observation

9. The process of “coding” in qualitative research involves:
A) Converting raw data into numerical form
B) Identifying and categorizing themes or patterns in the data
C) Creating visual representations of data
D) Conducting statistical tests on numerical data
Answer: B) Identifying and categorizing themes or patterns in the data

10. A “pilot study” is conducted to:
A) Test the research methods and procedures before the main study
B) Analyze historical data
C) Collect data from a large population
D) Review existing literature
Answer: A) Test the research methods and procedures before the main study

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