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Chapter 13: Field Work and Report Writing — Online MCQ Test

Q: What is the first and primary step in a geographical field survey?

Answer: B. Formulating the problem — Defining the problem or research objective is the foundational step before planning any data collection.

Q: Which of the following is considered a primary data collection method?

Answer: C. Direct observation and interviews — Primary data is collected directly by the researcher from the field through tools like interviews and personal observation.

Q: Which type of sampling ensures that every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected?

Answer: C. Random sampling — Random sampling provides an unbiased selection where every individual has an equal probability of selection.

Q: If a researcher selects participants based on their accessibility, which sampling method is being applied?

Answer: B. Convenience sampling — Convenience sampling involves selecting participants based on their easy availability to the researcher.

Q: A researcher wishes to study the impact of climate change on farmers of different landholding sizes. Which sampling method is most appropriate to ensure all groups are represented?

Answer: C. Stratified sampling — Stratified sampling divides the population into distinct subgroups (strata) based on specific characteristics, ensuring each is represented.

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Chapter 13: Field Work and Report Writing — Important Questions & Answers (FAQ)

Frequently asked questions from Tamil Nadu State Board CLASS 11th GEOGRAPHY — Chapter 13: Field Work and Report Writing, with answers and explanations. These are sample questions; the exam has its own separate question set.

What is the first and primary step in a geographical field survey?

A. Data analysis
B. Formulating the problem ✓
C. Report writing
D. Field visit

Answer: B. Formulating the problem
Defining the problem or research objective is the foundational step before planning any data collection.

Which of the following is considered a primary data collection method?

A. Government census records
B. Satellite imagery
C. Direct observation and interviews ✓
D. Published topographic maps

Answer: C. Direct observation and interviews
Primary data is collected directly by the researcher from the field through tools like interviews and personal observation.

Which type of sampling ensures that every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected?

A. Purposive sampling
B. Convenience sampling
C. Random sampling ✓
D. Quota sampling

Answer: C. Random sampling
Random sampling provides an unbiased selection where every individual has an equal probability of selection.

If a researcher selects participants based on their accessibility, which sampling method is being applied?

A. Stratified random sampling
B. Convenience sampling ✓
C. Systematic random sampling
D. Cluster sampling

Answer: B. Convenience sampling
Convenience sampling involves selecting participants based on their easy availability to the researcher.

A researcher wishes to study the impact of climate change on farmers of different landholding sizes. Which sampling method is most appropriate to ensure all groups are represented?

A. Simple random sampling
B. Convenience sampling
C. Stratified sampling ✓
D. Snowball sampling

Answer: C. Stratified sampling
Stratified sampling divides the population into distinct subgroups (strata) based on specific characteristics, ensuring each is represented.

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