Question 1

Prejudice is a(n)_________,whereas discrimination is a(n)________.

Accepted Answer

Prejudice refers to the attitudes and beliefs that people hold about a certain group or individual, whereas discrimination refers to the actions or behaviors that people engage in as a result of their prejudices. Therefore, prejudice is an attitude, and discrimination is a behavior.

Question 2

The realistic conflict theory focuses on conflict _______.

Accepted Answer

The realistic conflict theory suggests that conflict arises between two groups competing for limited resources. It does not address conflict within a single group or between individual members of a group, as options A and D suggest. Option C, conflict within an out-group, is not a focus of the theory, but rather conflict between two groups. Therefore, the best choice is B, between two groups.

Question 3

Which statement is correct concerning cross-cultural research on the fundamental attribution error?

Accepted Answer

Cross-cultural research has shown that Eastern cultures tend to make more situational attributions than Western cultures, indicating that the fundamental attribution error may not be universal. Specifically, studies have found that cultures like Japan tend to place more emphasis on situational factors when explaining behavior.

Question 4

Ralph,a white student who grew up in Maine,is about to enter the University of Southern California on an athletic scholarshi

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Question 5

Luther operates a small nightclub that specializes in soul music and features up-and-coming African American singing groups.He actively discourages white couples from coming in and always gives them the worst seats if they insist on being admitted.Luther's behavior is BEST described as an example of _________.

Accepted Answer

Luther's behavior of actively discouraging and providing inferior seating to white couples is a clear example of discrimination, as he is treating them differently based on their race. Prejudice refers to preconceived opinions or attitudes towards a group without necessarily taking any action, ambiguity refers to a lack of clarity or uncertainty, and oppression refers to the use of power and control to systematically harm or disadvantage a group.

Question 6

What was the grade level of the students with whom Jane Elliott performed her famous blue eye-brown eye demonstration?

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Question 7

You observe a person at the grocery store get angry and yell at the cashier.Which of these attributions illustrates the fundamental attribution error?

Accepted Answer

This option attributes the person's behavior to their internal character rather than considering external factors that may have contributed to their outburst. This is an example of the fundamental attribution error, which involves overemphasizing dispositional factors in explaining someone's behavior while ignoring situational factors.

Question 8

Which statement is more likely to be true concerning attributions made by Americans versus Chinese people?

Accepted Answer

Research has suggested that Americans are more likely to make the fundamental attribution error, which involves overemphasizing dispositional factors rather than situational factors when explaining behavior. In contrast, Chinese people tend to consider both situational and dispositional factors when making attributions, leading to less of a bias towards either type of cause.

Question 9

Prejudice is to discrimination as _________.

Accepted Answer

Prejudice is an attitude or a belief about a particular group or individual, while discrimination is the corresponding behavior that results from that attitude. Similarly, attitude and behavior are related in that attitudes often lead to behaviors. Therefore, option A is the best choice.

Question 10

While watching Jeopardy!,your roommate says,"Alex Trebek knows all the answers.He must be a genius." You tell your roommate she probably would not have said that if she had attended class the day the instructor discussed the topic of _________.

Accepted Answer

Fundamental attribution errors refer to the tendency to overestimate the role of personal characteristics and underestimate the impact of situational factors when explaining the behavior of others. Your roommate's statement about Alex Trebek's intelligence is an example of a fundamental attribution error because she is attributing his knowledge solely to his personal characteristics, rather than acknowledging the role of his profession and experience as the host of Jeopardy!.

Question 11

A bank loan officer thinks people who speak with an accent are lazy; consequently,he refuses to grant them loans.The loan officer's belief is an example of _______.His refusal to grant them loans is an example of _______.

Accepted Answer

The loan officer's belief that people who speak with an accent are lazy is an example of prejudice, as it is a preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience. His refusal to grant loans based on this belief is an example of discrimination, as it involves treating individuals unfairly or differently based on a characteristic they possess (their accent).

Question 12

There is currently a long history of fighting between the Israelis and Palestinians,and many attempts to resolve these conflicts have failed.According to the __________ theory,the prejudice and discrimination that exists between the two groups will continue to rise as the conflict over limited land in Israel continues.

Accepted Answer

The theory that applies to the situation described is the realistic conflict theory, which proposes that prejudice and discrimination between groups will increase as they compete over limited resources, such as land. This theory has been used to explain the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians over land in Israel. Options B, C, and D do not apply to the situation described.

Question 13

What term do social psychologists use for the process of making people in an out-group responsible for the problems of people in the in-group?

Accepted Answer

Social psychologists use the term "scapegoating" for the process of making people in an out-group responsible for the problems of people in the in-group. Scapegoating occurs when people are looking for someone, or a group of people, to blame or hold accountable for a particular issue or problem, and they end up targeting individuals who are not responsible for the situation. This process often involves unfairly stereotyping and demonizing the out-group, making them feel like they are responsible for the problems of the in-group.

Question 14

Realistic conflict theory suggests that prejudice arises from ________.

Accepted Answer

According to realistic conflict theory, prejudice arises from competition over scarce resources. When groups perceive a limited amount of resources available, they may compete with other groups for those resources, leading to negative attitudes and behaviors towards the competing group. This theory helps explain how intergroup conflict and prejudice can arise even when groups have no initial differences, and emphasizes the importance of structural factors (e.g. political, economic, social) in shaping intergroup relations.

Question 15

Which statement is the best explanation of the fundamental attribution error?

Accepted Answer

The fundamental attribution error is the tendency to attribute another person's behavior to internal or dispositional causes, rather than situational factors. This means that people are more likely to explain the behavior of others based on their personality traits or character, rather than taking into account the context or circumstances in which the behavior occurred.

Question 16

Which of the following individuals is most likely to make the fundamental attribution error?

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Question 17

The social group viewed as the one with which a person identifies is called a(n)________.

Accepted Answer

An in-group is the social group in which a person identifies themselves. This group could be based on different factors such as ethnicity, religion, nationality, etc. It provides a sense of belonging and solidarity among the members. Other options such as pariah, threat-group, and out-group do not specifically relate to a person's identification with a social group.

Question 18

A social group of people viewed as competitors,enemies,or different and unworthy of respect is a(n)________.

Accepted Answer

An out-group is a social group of people who are viewed as competitors, enemies, or different and unworthy of respect. Pariah refers to an individual who is an outcast, while an in-group refers to a social group to which a person identifies and belongs. There is no specific definition for a threat-group.

Question 19

What historical event prompted Jane Elliott to begin the blue eye-brown eye project with her students?

Accepted Answer

The assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. prompted Jane Elliott to begin the blue eye-brown eye project with her students. She wanted to teach them about prejudice and discrimination and help them understand the impact of racism on society.

Question 20

What do social psychologists call the tendency to rely on internal characteristics for explanations of the behavior of others and to ignore the influence of the situation?

Accepted Answer

Social psychologists call the tendency to rely on internal characteristics for explanations of the behavior of others and to ignore the influence of the situation the "fundamental attribution error."

Quiz 10: Social Psychology

Prejudice is a(n) _,whereas discrimination is a(n) .

The realistic conflict theory focuses on conflict _______.

Which statement is correct concerning cross-cultural research on the fundamental attribution error?

Ralph,a white student who grew up in Maine,is about to enter the University of Southern California on an athletic scholarshi

What was the grade level of the students with whom Jane Elliott performed her famous blue eye-brown eye demonstration?

You observe a person at the grocery store get angry and yell at the cashier.Which of these attributions illustrates the fundamental attribution error?

Which statement is more likely to be true concerning attributions made by Americans versus Chinese people?

Prejudice is to discrimination as _________.

While watching Jeopardy!,your roommate says,"Alex Trebek knows all the answers.He must be a genius." You tell your roommate she probably would not have said that if she had attended class the day the instructor discussed the topic of _________.

A bank loan officer thinks people who speak with an accent are lazy; consequently,he refuses to grant them loans.The loan officer's belief is an example of _.His refusal to grant them loans is an example of _.

What term do social psychologists use for the process of making people in an out-group responsible for the problems of people in the in-group?

Realistic conflict theory suggests that prejudice arises from ________.

Which statement is the best explanation of the fundamental attribution error?

Which of the following individuals is most likely to make the fundamental attribution error?

The social group viewed as the one with which a person identifies is called a(n) ________.

A social group of people viewed as competitors,enemies,or different and unworthy of respect is a(n) ________.

What historical event prompted Jane Elliott to begin the blue eye-brown eye project with her students?

What do social psychologists call the tendency to rely on internal characteristics for explanations of the behavior of others and to ignore the influence of the situation?

Quiz 10: Social Psychology

Prejudice is a(n) _________,whereas discrimination is a(n) ________.

The realistic conflict theory focuses on conflict _______.

Which statement is correct concerning cross-cultural research on the fundamental attribution error?

Ralph,a white student who grew up in Maine,is about to enter the University of Southern California on an athletic scholarshi

What was the grade level of the students with whom Jane Elliott performed her famous blue eye-brown eye demonstration?

You observe a person at the grocery store get angry and yell at the cashier.Which of these attributions illustrates the fundamental attribution error?

Which statement is more likely to be true concerning attributions made by Americans versus Chinese people?

Prejudice is to discrimination as _________.

While watching Jeopardy!,your roommate says,"Alex Trebek knows all the answers.He must be a genius." You tell your roommate she probably would not have said that if she had attended class the day the instructor discussed the topic of _________.

A bank loan officer thinks people who speak with an accent are lazy; consequently,he refuses to grant them loans.The loan officer's belief is an example of _______.His refusal to grant them loans is an example of _______.

What term do social psychologists use for the process of making people in an out-group responsible for the problems of people in the in-group?

Realistic conflict theory suggests that prejudice arises from ________.

Which statement is the best explanation of the fundamental attribution error?

Which of the following individuals is most likely to make the fundamental attribution error?

The social group viewed as the one with which a person identifies is called a(n) ________.

A social group of people viewed as competitors,enemies,or different and unworthy of respect is a(n) ________.

What historical event prompted Jane Elliott to begin the blue eye-brown eye project with her students?

What do social psychologists call the tendency to rely on internal characteristics for explanations of the behavior of others and to ignore the influence of the situation?

Prejudice is a(n) _,whereas discrimination is a(n) .

A bank loan officer thinks people who speak with an accent are lazy; consequently,he refuses to grant them loans.The loan officer's belief is an example of _.His refusal to grant them loans is an example of _.