Question 1

Which of the following is true about whether or not punishing aggression reduces aggressive behavior?

Accepted Answer

Punishment often fails to reduce aggression because it does not provide guidance on alternative, acceptable behaviors, and can sometimes increase aggression if perceived as unjust or harsh.

Question 2

Research on the effects of violent media, including video games, on aggression demonstrates that the effects of such games on aggression are __________.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that violent media, including video games, can have a significant impact on aggression, and studies have demonstrated both causal and longitudinal relationships between exposure to violent media and aggressive behavior.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a viable explanation for why watching violence on television is correlated with aggressive behavior, according to social-psychological research?

Accepted Answer

Social-psychological research suggests that watching violence on television can lead to aggressive behavior through processes such as desensitization, observational learning, and activation of aggressive scripts. However, research does not support the idea that television encourages the catharsis of aggressive impulses. In fact, some studies suggest that viewing violent media may actually increase aggressive tendencies rather than providing a healthy outlet for aggressive feelings.

Question 4

According to research presented in the chapter, what do exposure to media violence and guns have in common in terms of aggression?

Accepted Answer

Both exposure to media violence and guns can prime aggressive tendencies, leading to an increase in aggressive behavior.

Question 5

Social-psychological research has revealed that exposure to televised violence might weaken viewers' inhibitions about using violence in their own lives. If Peter is one such person, what is he likely to think when he watches a violent cops-and-robbers show?

Accepted Answer

If exposure to televised violence weakens viewers' inhibitions about using violence in their own lives, Peter might think "If they can get away with it, so can I" when he watches a violent cops-and-robbers show.

Question 6

Mike knows he is supposed to pick up Laura for their date, buy dinner and drinks, and try to get her to have sex with him. Laura knows she is supposed to eat very little at dinner, not pay for anything, and resist all of Mike's sexual advances. Mike's and Laura's behavior demonstrates that they both understand the current __________ in their culture.

Accepted Answer

The behavior of Mike and Laura demonstrates their adherence to the current sexual scripts in their culture, which outline typical gendered expectations and behaviors in dating and sexual encounters. The other options (frustrations, provocations, aggressive stimuli) do not accurately describe the situation.

Question 7

Social-psychological research has revealed that viewers often learn the particulars of how to aggress when they watch violent television. If Andy is one such person, what is he likely to think when he watches a violent cops-and-robbers show?

Accepted Answer

The question asks what Andy is likely to think when he watches a violent cops-and-robbers show, and research indicates that viewers can learn the particulars of how to aggress from watching violent television. Option B, "So that's how it's done," suggests that Andy is learning from the show and may be more likely to aggress as a result. Option A implies that Andy feels empowered by what he sees on TV, and option C suggests that Andy is aware of his own aggressive urges but not necessarily learning from the show. Option D implies that Andy is not interested in the violent content and would rather watch something else.

Question 8

Capital punishment has served as a(n) __________ deterrent to those who consider commission of such crimes. This is evidenced by the __________ in the rate of capital crimes when the death penalty is enforced or abolished.

Accepted Answer

Capital punishment has often been criticized for being a poor deterrent, as studies have shown that there is often a lack of change in the rate of capital crimes regardless of whether the death penalty is enforced or abolished.

Question 9

Social-psychological research has revealed that viewers of a great deal of television come to view the world as a dangerous and hostile place. If Terry is one such person, what is he likely to think when he watches a violent cops-and-robbers show?

Accepted Answer

If Terry views the world as a dangerous and hostile place due to watching a lot of television, he is likely to interpret the violent cops-and-robbers show as confirming his belief that the world is a dangerous place. Therefore, he may feel that he needs to protect himself by being proactive in defending himself against potential threats. Option D, "I had better get him before he gets me!" reflects this fear-based interpretation of the show.

Question 10

Longitudinal studies of violence and aggression have shown that exposure to violence in media or video games has the strongest relationship in children who __________.

Accepted Answer

Longitudinal studies have shown that exposure to media violence has a stronger effect on children who are already predisposed to violence or aggression, suggesting that media violence exacerbates existing tendencies.

Question 11

In an early experiment regarding the effects of violent media (Liebert & Baron, 1972), one group of young children watched an extremely violent episode of a police show. Another group watched an exciting, but not violent show. What were the results of this experiment?

Accepted Answer

The results of the experiment showed that the children who watched the violent police show were more aggressive with their playmates compared to the group who watched the non-violent show.

Question 12

Most of the experimental evidence regarding violent media demonstrates that watching violence increases the frequency of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Most experimental evidence on violent media suggests that exposure to such content can increase aggressive behavior, angry emotions, and hostile thoughts in individuals. This comprehensive impact reflects the multifaceted influence of violent media on psychological states and behaviors.

Question 13

Two experiments in England found that after playing a violent video game, people were numb to the feelings of others and less likely to help them. In these experiments, those negative feelings and behavior were directed toward __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Two experiments in England found that after...

Question 14

Which of the following conclusions is best supported by the results of correlational research demonstrating the connection between viewing television violence and subsequent acts of aggression?

Accepted Answer

The correlational research supports the conclusion that some people of all ages, not just children or teens, are influenced to imitate televised acts of violence. This statement is supported by the correlation found between viewing television violence and subsequent acts of aggression. The other options do not fully capture the findings of the research. Option A wrongly assumes that the effect disappears in adulthood, which is not supported by the research. Option C and D suggest that the correlation can be explained by other factors, but they ignore the possibility of a causal relationship between viewing television violence and subsequent acts of aggression.

Question 15

A steady diet of violent television fare can encourage aggression in children who are consequently __________ respond aggressively in real life.

Accepted Answer

The word "primed" means to prepare something for use or action. In this case, the violent television fare is preparing or influencing the children to respond aggressively in real life.

Question 16

Teresa watches a lot of TV every day. Based on research presented in your text, how is Teresa most likely to view the world?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that individuals who watch excessive amounts of TV may develop heightened fears about being attacked and perceive the world as a more dangerous place. Therefore, it is likely that Teresa may be overly fearful of being attacked if she watches a lot of TV every day.

Question 17

Sexual scripts vary based on __________.

Accepted Answer

Sexual scripts are influenced by a variety of factors, including cultural norms and values, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and geographic region. Therefore, the most accurate answer is A.

Question 18

Violent video games seem to have a stronger influence on behavior because of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Violent video games reward players for committing acts of violence, making it a more reinforcing and immersive experience than simply watching violence on television. This can desensitize individuals to violence and potentially lead to aggressive behavior. The other options (A, C, and D) do not directly relate to the influence of violence in video games on behavior.

Question 19

When children were randomly assigned to watch either a violent film or an exciting film about bicycle racing and then played floor hockey (Josephson, 1987), children who __________.

Accepted Answer

The study found that children who were already aggressive and watched the violent film were the most aggressive during the floor hockey game.

Question 20

Jim watches a heavy dose of violent TV cop shows. According to research presented in the text, what is one likely outcome of this behavior? Jim will __________.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that heavy exposure to violent media can lead to desensitization towards real-life violence, making individuals like Jim more indifferent when they encounter violence in their surroundings.

Quiz 12: Aggression: Why Do We Hurt Other People Can We Prevent It