Question 1

Cohesiveness consists of all the ________.

Accepted Answer

Cohesiveness refers to the factors that cause group members to remain members of the group, including shared goals, values, respect among members, and the benefits derived from being part of the group.

Question 2

A collection of persons who are perceived to be bonded together in a coherent unit is ________.

Accepted Answer

The definition perfectly matches that of a group- a collection of persons who are perceived to be bonded together in a coherent unit. While A, B, C, and E may also describe a group to some extent, none of them captures the full definition as well as D.

Question 3

According to Diener & Oishi (2005),among the very best predictors of level of happiness among the population is ________.

Accepted Answer

Degree of connectedness to others is a key factor in predicting level of happiness among the population, according to Diener & Oishi (2005).

Question 4

In collectivist cultures,people tend to work harder when in a group than they do when alone because ________.

Accepted Answer

In collectivist cultures, the group or collective is valued above the individual. Therefore, people tend to be motivated to work harder in a group because the success of the group is seen as more important than individual accomplishment. Additionally, there is often a greater concern for the welfare of others in collectivist cultures, so working together towards a common goal is seen as beneficial for everyone.

Question 5

Norms are ________.

Accepted Answer

Norms are the implicit or explicit rules of behavior within a group, indicating what is considered acceptable or unacceptable behavior. These rules help to establish order within the group and ensure that members behave in expected ways. Norms can vary greatly between different groups and can be influenced by factors such as culture, history, and the group's purpose or goals.

Question 6

Ahmed belongs to his university's Student Senate,a group that is high in entitativity.It is likely that Ahmed feels that the Student Senate ________.

Accepted Answer

High entitativity refers to a group that is perceived as a unified entity rather than a collection of individuals. Therefore, Ahmed is likely to perceive the Student Senate as an important and significant group, hence feeling that it is of great consequence to him.

Question 7

The primary strategy for survival among humans is ________.

Accepted Answer

Interdependence is the primary strategy for survival among humans because it allows individuals to pool their resources and knowledge to achieve common goals.

Question 8

When individuals achieve higher status in a group,their behavior may become ________.

Accepted Answer

When individuals achieve higher status within a group, they often feel more secure in their position and thus may exhibit more idiosyncratic behavior, as they are less concerned with conforming to the group's norms to maintain their status.

Question 9

Members of a ________ group are linked by face-to-face interaction.

Accepted Answer

Common-bond groups are characterized by face-to-face interactions among their members, where the connections between individuals are based on personal relationships and direct interactions.

Question 10

The set of behaviors that individuals occupying specific positions within a group are expected to perform is ________.

Accepted Answer

A role is the set of behaviors that individuals occupying specific positions within a group are expected to perform. A norm refers to shared expectations or rules about behavior in a group, while reciprocity refers to the mutual exchange of benefits or privileges. Entiative position and position are not commonly used terms in sociology or group dynamics.

Question 11

Entitativity refers to ________.

Accepted Answer

Entitativity refers to the extent to which a group is perceived as being a coherent entity. It is a measure of how much people see a group as one entity rather than a collection of individuals. It is influenced by factors such as group size, group goals, group structure, and group communication.

Question 12

Cohesiveness causes group members to have ________ when there is a ________ from (in)an outgroup.

Accepted Answer

Cohesive groups tend to view outsiders as a competitive threat, which in turn increases their commitment to the ingroup. This is known as the "black sheep effect." Option A is not necessarily true as increased cohesiveness does not necessarily lead to higher morality. Option C is also not true as higher cohesiveness within a group typically leads to a stronger exclusion of outsiders. Option D is the opposite effect of what is stated in the question. Option E is not mentioned in the question.

Question 13

Omri,in his professional association,serves informally as a kind of "father confessor," listening attentively to members of that group.This best reflects ________ in(of)the group.

Accepted Answer

Omri's role as a "father confessor" indicates the function or part he plays within the group, which is not formally assigned but naturally assumed.

Question 14

William joined a small fraternity at his college.The initiation he faced was quite severe and somewhat dangerous.Now,he's a senior member of the fraternity and the college is investigating the fraternity for possible violations of the college's hazing policy.As a result,William finds that ________.

Accepted Answer

The initiation process, despite being severe, often leads to increased group cohesiveness as members bond over shared experiences.

Question 15

People join groups and seek out group affiliation for a number of reasons.Which of the following is not a reason people seek to join groups?

Accepted Answer

People do not typically seek to join groups in order to achieve independence, as group membership typically involves a degree of conformity or shared identity with others.

Question 16

University alumni associations,as a group,have ________ for many of its members.

Accepted Answer

Entitativity refers to the extent to which a group is viewed as a cohesive and distinct entity. University alumni associations are typically viewed as cohesive entities with shared values, goals, and experiences, providing considerable entitativity.

Question 17

Personal attributes such as ________ appear to play a role in acquiring higher status.

Accepted Answer

Height has been shown in studies to be correlated with higher status, as taller individuals often project a stronger physical presence and are perceived as more competent and dominant. The other options (B-D) do not have significant research evidence to suggest a correlation with acquiring higher status, while option E (introverted personal style) may actually be a hindrance to achieving higher status in some contexts where social skills and assertiveness are valued.

Question 18

John has violated a norm in his ________ group,while Li Qing has violated one in her ________ group.We would more likely expect ________ for John,and ________ for Li Qing.

Accepted Answer

The question mentions John violating a norm in his group and Li Qing violating a norm in her group. This suggests that we need to consider cultural factors, and the answer choices that mention individualist versus collectivist culture are relevant here. Research has shown that in collectivist cultures, conformity to group norms is valued more highly than in individualist cultures. Therefore, we would expect disapproval (rather than approval) for norm violations in a collectivist group, as people in the group would not want behavior that goes against the group's norms. In an individualist group, however, norm violation might be viewed somewhat differently, as standing out from the group can also be valued in this culture. Therefore, we might expect some approval (rather than disapproval) for norm violations. Choice A captures this contrast and is the best answer. The other options do not offer consistent interpretations of norm violation in individualist versus collectivist cultures.

Question 19

To the extent that people ________ a role,they may come to feel that role-based behaviors reflect their ________ self.

Accepted Answer

When people internalize a role, they accept it as a part of themselves, leading to the behaviors associated with that role becoming reflective of their authentic self.

Question 20

One's position or rank within a group is one's ________.

Accepted Answer

Status refers to one's position or rank within a group or society. Situation refers to the circumstances or conditions one is currently experiencing. Norms are the expected or typical behaviors within a group or society. Office refers to a physical place where work is done, or a position within an organization or company. Authority refers to the power or ability to make decisions or control others.

Quiz 11: Groups and Individuals: the Consequences of Belonging

Cohesiveness consists of all the ________.

A collection of persons who are perceived to be bonded together in a coherent unit is ________.

According to Diener & Oishi (2005) ,among the very best predictors of level of happiness among the population is ________.

In collectivist cultures,people tend to work harder when in a group than they do when alone because ________.

Norms are ________.

Ahmed belongs to his university's Student Senate,a group that is high in entitativity.It is likely that Ahmed feels that the Student Senate ________.

The primary strategy for survival among humans is ________.

When individuals achieve higher status in a group,their behavior may become ________.

Members of a ________ group are linked by face-to-face interaction.

The set of behaviors that individuals occupying specific positions within a group are expected to perform is ________.

Entitativity refers to ________.

Cohesiveness causes group members to have when there is a from (in) an outgroup.

Omri,in his professional association,serves informally as a kind of "father confessor," listening attentively to members of that group.This best reflects ________ in(of) the group.

William joined a small fraternity at his college.The initiation he faced was quite severe and somewhat dangerous.Now,he's a senior member of the fraternity and the college is investigating the fraternity for possible violations of the college's hazing policy.As a result,William finds that ________.

People join groups and seek out group affiliation for a number of reasons.Which of the following is not a reason people seek to join groups?

University alumni associations,as a group,have ________ for many of its members.

Personal attributes such as ________ appear to play a role in acquiring higher status.

John has violated a norm in his group,while Li Qing has violated one in her group.We would more likely expect for John,and for Li Qing.

To the extent that people a role,they may come to feel that role-based behaviors reflect their self.

One's position or rank within a group is one's ________.

Quiz 11: Groups and Individuals: the Consequences of Belonging

Cohesiveness consists of all the ________.

A collection of persons who are perceived to be bonded together in a coherent unit is ________.

According to Diener & Oishi (2005) ,among the very best predictors of level of happiness among the population is ________.

In collectivist cultures,people tend to work harder when in a group than they do when alone because ________.

Norms are ________.

Ahmed belongs to his university's Student Senate,a group that is high in entitativity.It is likely that Ahmed feels that the Student Senate ________.

The primary strategy for survival among humans is ________.

When individuals achieve higher status in a group,their behavior may become ________.

Members of a ________ group are linked by face-to-face interaction.

The set of behaviors that individuals occupying specific positions within a group are expected to perform is ________.

Entitativity refers to ________.

Cohesiveness causes group members to have ________ when there is a ________ from (in) an outgroup.

Omri,in his professional association,serves informally as a kind of "father confessor," listening attentively to members of that group.This best reflects ________ in(of) the group.

William joined a small fraternity at his college.The initiation he faced was quite severe and somewhat dangerous.Now,he's a senior member of the fraternity and the college is investigating the fraternity for possible violations of the college's hazing policy.As a result,William finds that ________.

People join groups and seek out group affiliation for a number of reasons.Which of the following is not a reason people seek to join groups?

University alumni associations,as a group,have ________ for many of its members.

Personal attributes such as ________ appear to play a role in acquiring higher status.

John has violated a norm in his ________ group,while Li Qing has violated one in her ________ group.We would more likely expect ________ for John,and ________ for Li Qing.

To the extent that people ________ a role,they may come to feel that role-based behaviors reflect their ________ self.

One's position or rank within a group is one's ________.

Cohesiveness causes group members to have when there is a from (in) an outgroup.

John has violated a norm in his group,while Li Qing has violated one in her group.We would more likely expect for John,and for Li Qing.

To the extent that people a role,they may come to feel that role-based behaviors reflect their self.