This document provides guidance on preparing for exam questions on research methods in sociology. It notes that exams often ask about the strengths or limitations of particular methods. It lists examples of past exam questions focusing on various research methods. The document advises reviewing both primary and secondary data collection methods. It provides a template for outlining the advantages and disadvantages of specific methods to address in exam responses. Finally, it includes a sample essay plan for organizing an answer around an introduction, examples, and discussion of strengths/limitations from different perspectives.