Many U.S.citizens are quick to defend U.S.foreign policy from criticism by citizens of other countries because they take great pride in being American.Which of the following is demonstrated by these feelings?

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This is demonstrated by social identity theory, which suggests that people derive a part of their self-concept from their membership in certain social groups. In this case, being American is part of their social identity, and they defend U.S. foreign policy to protect their sense of self and group identity.

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