Question 1

Vickie says,"The worst thing about big cities is being unable to do whatever you want to do;you can't go wherever you want,or pick and choose who you will talk to." Her reaction is best explained by a(n)___ theory of crowding.

Accepted Answer

Vickie's reaction suggests that she feels a lack of control in a big city, which aligns with the control theory of crowding. This theory suggests that crowded environments can lead to feelings of helplessness and lack of control, which can in turn lead to negative reactions such as irritation, aggression, and anxiety. The overload theory suggests that crowding leads to a feeling of being overwhelmed by stimulus inputs. The staffing theory suggests that crowding is related to insufficient availability of resources like personnel. The pathological theory suggests that crowding can lead to mental health problems like schizophrenia or depression. None of these theories seem as relevant to Vickie's reaction as the control theory.

Question 2

The seat you habitually use in a classroom is,in Altman's terms,a(n)___ territory.

Accepted Answer

In Altman's terms, a seat that you habitually use in a classroom is considered a secondary territory. Secondary territories are areas that are not owned by an individual but are used regularly by an individual or group, leading to a sense of personal association with the space.

Question 3

Semipublic places where members of a group or community can gather informally for conversation and interaction are known as ___ places.

Accepted Answer

Semipublic places where members of a group or community can gather informally for conversation and interaction are known as third places. This term was coined by sociologist Ray Oldenburg in his book "The Great Good Place" and refers to places outside of the home and workplace where people can gather regularly to socialize and engage in community-building activities. Examples of third places include cafes, parks, community centers, and local pubs.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that individuals tend to have more confidence and determination when they are on their home turf, which can translate into better performance or a higher likelihood of success in disputes or competitions.

Question 5

Control theory,attribution theory,and overload theory are all similar in that they can explain reactions to

Accepted Answer

Control theory, attribution theory, and overload theory are all theories that explain how individuals respond to stimuli in their environment. Crowding, which is the feeling of having insufficient space, is a stimuli that can trigger different reactions in people, including stress, anxiety, and aggression, depending on their perception of control, attribution of responsibility, and cognitive load. Therefore, these theories are relevant to understanding the effects of crowding on behavior. Territorial invasions, personal space violations, deindividuation, and group space violations are also related to social psychology, but they are not directly relevant to the three theories mentioned.

Question 6

In athletic events,home advantage can turn into home field disadvantage when

Accepted Answer

The pressure to win at home can become overwhelming, leading to anxiety and stress, which can negatively impact the players' performance.

Question 7

___ seating arrangements discourage social interaction.

Accepted Answer

Sociofugal seating arrangements are designed to discourage social interaction by creating physical barriers or distances between individuals. This may include rows of chairs facing forward or tables arranged in a way that limits face-to-face communication. Sociopomic, sociopetal, sociometric, and sociotelic seating arrangements do not necessarily discourage social interaction, and may even be designed to promote it.

Question 8

The finding that people feel less "crowded" when they personally decide when the group begins and ends its activities is consistent with the ___ theory of crowding.

Accepted Answer

The finding that people feel less crowded when they personally decide when the group begins and ends its activities suggests that the sense of control over the situation can reduce the perceived crowdedness. This is consistent with the control theory of crowding. The control theory posits that people feel less crowded when they perceive that they have some personal control over the environment or situation. This means that people may feel more comfortable and less crowded when they can control how they interact with the environment or others around them.

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

Territories can help individuals maintain their privacy by providing a clear boundary that separates their personal space from others. They can also serve as a means to control access to resources and protect personal property.

Question 10

Studies of urban gangs suggest that

Accepted Answer

Studies of urban gangs have shown that groups often perform better or feel more empowered in their own territories, similar to 'home advantage' seen in sports teams. This suggests a strong connection between a group and its territory, impacting the group's cohesion and effectiveness.

Question 11

You are going to compete with Bob.According to Sommer's studies of seating choices,where do you want to sit?

Accepted Answer

According to Sommer's studies on seating choices, sitting directly across from someone is the best position for competition, as it allows for direct eye contact and observation.

Question 12

Research on college students' personalization of their territories indicates that students who ___ school tend to mark their walls ___.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Research on college students' personalization of their...

Question 13

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

The statement "Some third places exist online, in places such as social networking and gaming sites" is true. This statement acknowledges that third places can exist in online settings, and not all third places are physical locations.

Question 14

A(n)___ is a specific area that an individual or group of individuals claims and defends for personal use.

Accepted Answer

A territory is a specific area that is claimed and defended for personal use. It is often used by animals for hunting or nesting, but can also refer to human territorial behavior, such as claiming a particular desk at work or a parking spot in a crowded neighborhood. Boundaries are the limits of a territory, while behavior settings and interpersonal zones refer to broader concepts of social spaces. Demography is the study of populations and their characteristics.

Question 15

The idea "the more,the merrier," is consistent with the ___ theory of crowding.

Accepted Answer

The density-intensity theory of crowding suggests that the negative effects of crowding are related to the density (i.e., number) of people in a particular space and the intensity of the interactions between them. The more people there are, the greater the potential for intense interactions, which can lead to feelings of crowding. However, the idea that "the more, the merrier" implies that the presence of more people can actually enhance social interactions and increase positive feelings, which is consistent with the density-intensity theory of crowding.

Question 16

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

This statement is false because groups such as animals and humans can establish territories, not just individuals.

Question 17

You are in a high density setting but don't feel crowded because you assume your arousal is caused by the three energy drinks you just consumed.This reaction is consistent with the __ theory of crowding.

Accepted Answer

The attributional theory of crowding suggests that people's reactions to crowded environments are influenced by their interpretation of the situation. In this case, the person assumes that their heightened arousal is caused by the energy drinks they consumed, rather than the density of the setting. This interpretation may lead them to feel less crowded than they would if they attributed their arousal to the density of the environment.

Question 18

You would worry that a friend of yours might drop out college and go home if,when visiting his dorm room,you notice that

Accepted Answer

The answer of You would worry that a friend of...

Question 19

___ is a psychological reaction to limited space whereas ___ is the number of people per unit of space.

Accepted Answer

Crowding refers to the psychological experience of feeling uncomfortable or stressed in a situation where there are too many people in a limited space. Density, on the other hand, refers to the actual number of people per unit of space. Therefore, choice A is the correct answer.

Question 20

Ed arrives at the meeting after Ann.According to the Steinzor effect,if Ed wants to be able to comment after Ann each time she speaks to the group he should sit

Accepted Answer

The Steinzor effect suggests that people sitting directly across from each other in a group setting are more likely to interact. Therefore, if Ed wants to comment after Ann each time she speaks, sitting directly across from her would facilitate this interaction.

Quiz 15: Groups in Context

Vickie says,"The worst thing about big cities is being unable to do whatever you want to do;you can't go wherever you want,or pick and choose who you will talk to." Her reaction is best explained by a(n) ___ theory of crowding.

The seat you habitually use in a classroom is,in Altman's terms,a(n) ___ territory.

Semipublic places where members of a group or community can gather informally for conversation and interaction are known as ___ places.

Which of the following statements is true?

Control theory,attribution theory,and overload theory are all similar in that they can explain reactions to

In athletic events,home advantage can turn into home field disadvantage when

___ seating arrangements discourage social interaction.

The finding that people feel less "crowded" when they personally decide when the group begins and ends its activities is consistent with the ___ theory of crowding.

Which of the following statements is true?

Studies of urban gangs suggest that

You are going to compete with Bob.According to Sommer's studies of seating choices,where do you want to sit?

Research on college students' personalization of their territories indicates that students who _ school tend to mark their walls _.

Which of the following statements is true?

A(n) ___ is a specific area that an individual or group of individuals claims and defends for personal use.

The idea "the more,the merrier," is consistent with the ___ theory of crowding.

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

You are in a high density setting but don't feel crowded because you assume your arousal is caused by the three energy drinks you just consumed.This reaction is consistent with the __ theory of crowding.

You would worry that a friend of yours might drop out college and go home if,when visiting his dorm room,you notice that

_ is a psychological reaction to limited space whereas _ is the number of people per unit of space.

Ed arrives at the meeting after Ann.According to the Steinzor effect,if Ed wants to be able to comment after Ann each time she speaks to the group he should sit