Question 1

Mary, who is a teacher, believes that "all teenagers are irresponsible," while Greg, her teenage student, believes that "all teachers are mean." Both have revealed which of the following regarding others?
A) a social stereotype
B) a dogmatic image
C) symbolic prejudice
D) a justified image

Accepted Answer

Both Mary and Greg have expressed social stereotypes, which are generalizations about a group of people based on limited experiences or perceptions. Mary believes that all teenagers are irresponsible, while Greg believes that all teachers are mean, without taking into account individual differences or considering evidence that contradicts these beliefs.

Question 2

Regarding social stereotypes, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) Social stereotypes are always negative.
B) Stereotypes held by the prejudiced tend to be unusually irrational.
C) Stereotypes tend to simplify people into "us" and "them" categories.
D) When a person is stereotyped, the easiest thing for her or him to do is to abide by others' expectations.

Accepted Answer

Social stereotypes may be positive or negative. They are generalized beliefs or assumptions about a particular group of people, which may be positive or negative.

Question 3

Oversimplified images of the traits of people who belong to a particular social group are referred to as
A) social stereotypes.
B) social dogmatics.
C) discriminative stimuli.
D) group prejudices.

Accepted Answer

Social stereotypes are oversimplified, sometimes inaccurate images of the characteristics, traits, or behaviors of individuals who belong to a particular social group, often leading to prejudice or discrimination. Social dogmatics, discriminative stimuli, and group prejudices do not accurately capture this concept.

Question 4

Regarding group membership and intergroup conflict, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) Group membership increases one's contact with people of other groups.
B) Shared beliefs concerning superiority, injustice, vulnerability, and distrust are common triggers for hostility between groups.
C) Conflicts between groups are almost always amplified by stereotyped images of the out-group members.
D) Intergroup conflict between political, religious, and ethnic groups is still widespread throughout the world.

Accepted Answer

Group membership does not necessarily increase one's contact with people of other groups. In fact, it may lead to less contact as individuals tend to associate mostly with members of their own group and avoid interactions with out-group members.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT one of the top three categories on which most stereotypes are based?
A) age
B) sex
C) race
D) socioeconomic level

Accepted Answer

The top three categories on which most stereotypes are based are age, sex, and race. Socioeconomic level is a common basis for prejudice and discrimination, but it is not one of the top three categories for stereotypes.

Question 6

When people see Brenda's red hair, they assume she is high-strung, temperamental, and of Irish descent.This oversimplified view of Brenda is an example of a
A) dogmatic image.
B) social stereotype.
C) symbolic prejudice.
D) justified image.

Accepted Answer

This oversimplified view of Brenda is an example of social stereotype, where people make generalizations and assumptions about a person based on certain characteristics such as physical appearance, nationality, or gender, rather than examining their individual qualities and behaviors.

Question 7

Which of the following tend to simplify people into "us" and "them" categories?​
A) ​superordinate goals
B) ​social exchanges
C) ​social stereotypes
D) social facilitation

Accepted Answer

Social stereotypes tend to simplify people into "us" and "them" categories by grouping individuals based on certain characteristics or attributes, such as race, gender, or nationality. This can lead to prejudice and discrimination against those who are perceived as different or outside of one's own group. Superordinate goals, social exchanges, and social facilitation do not necessarily involve categorizing people into distinct groups.

Question 8

When a prejudiced person agrees that a particular ethnic group is both "ignorant" and "sly" and that they are both "pushy" and "standoffish," this illustrates that the stereotypes of prejudiced persons tend to be
A) ​unusually irrational.
B) ​dehumanizing.
C) ​realistic and balanced.
D) ​mutually interdependent.

Accepted Answer

These stereotypes are contradictory, showing an irrational viewpoint rather than a balanced or realistic understanding of the ethnic group in question. This irrationality is a common characteristic of prejudiced stereotypes, which often lack logical consistency.

Question 9

Vinnie is a sportswriter, who believes that black basketball players are naturally superior in athletic ability, while the white players are smarter and harder working than black players.Vinnie's false beliefs are common in sports and are examples of
A) social stereotypes.
B) social dominations.
C) ethnocentricities.
D) dogmatic images.

Accepted Answer

Vinnie's beliefs are based on social stereotypes, which are generalizations about a group of people that may or may not be true. These stereotypes can be harmful and perpetuate unequal treatment and discrimination.

Question 10

Common triggers for hostility between groups involve shared beliefs concerning
A) superiority.
B) injustice and vulnerability.
C) distrust.
D) all of these.

Accepted Answer

With shared beliefs of superiority, groups may become hostile towards others they view as inferior. Injustice and vulnerability can also lead to hostility if one group feels oppressed or threatened by another. Distrust can develop when there is a lack of communication and understanding between groups. All of these can contribute to hostility between groups.

Question 11

A universal characteristic of stereotypes is
A) negative attribution of characteristics.
B) oversimplification.
C) logical inconsistency.
D) susceptibility to change from inconsistencies in behavior.

Accepted Answer

Stereotypes are oversimplified and generalized beliefs or ideas about a particular group or category. This oversimplification often leads to inaccurate and unfair judgments about individuals within that group.

Question 12

Social stereotypes can best be described as
A) physical images of people who are different than you.
B) untrue statements about people who come from different social groups than you.
C) oversimplified images of the traits of people who belong to a particular social group.
D) prejudiced attitudes toward people from lower social status groups.

Accepted Answer

Social stereotypes are oversimplified images of the traits of people who belong to a particular social group. They are commonly used to make generalizations about individuals based on their membership in specific groups (e.g., gender, race, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status). Stereotypes can be both positive and negative, but they are typically inaccurate and can lead to discrimination, prejudice, and bias.

Question 13

Assuming that "all only children are selfish" is an example of a
A) dogmatic image.
B) social stereotype.
C) symbolic prejudice.
D) justified image.

Accepted Answer

"All only children are selfish" is an example of a social stereotype, which is a generalized and often oversimplified belief about a group of people. It is not based on actual evidence or individual characteristics, but rather on preconceived notions and biases.

Question 14

During times of war, social stereotypes can become oversimplified to the point that it makes it seem that the opposing group deserves hatred and even death.This process is referred to as
A) dehumanizing.
B) ​desensitizing.
C) ​scapegoating.
D) the stereotype threat.

Accepted Answer

Dehumanizing refers to the process of portraying members of an opposing group as less than human, making it easier for individuals to hate or harm them. This process often occurs during times of war or extreme conflict, and can be seen in instances where one group is portrayed as "barbaric" or "savage." It is a dangerous phenomenon that can lead to increased violence and prejudice.

Question 15

Regarding dehumanization, which of the following statements is FALSE?​
A) Dehumanization involves oversimplified stereotypes that portray ​the opposing group as deserving of hatred and even death.
B) ​Dehumanization is accomplished through the use of a process known as the stereotype threat.
C) ​Dehumanization contributes to incidents of terrorism and genocide.
D) ​Dehumanization increases one's emotional insulation for committing a violent act.

Accepted Answer

Dehumanization is not accomplished through the use of the stereotype threat, which is a phenomenon where individuals feel pressure to conform to negative stereotypes about their social group. Instead, dehumanization involves viewing others as less than human, often through oversimplified stereotypes, which can lead to justification for violence or mistreatment. The other statements are true - dehumanization can contribute to incidents of terrorism and genocide, and it can increase emotional insulation for committing violent acts.

Question 16

Shared beliefs that tend to trigger hostility between groups include all of the following EXCEPT believing that
A) they are superior to other groups.
B) they have been unjustly exploited, wronged, or humiliated.
C) other groups are dishonest and a threat.
D) solutions can be reached through cooperation and compromise.

Accepted Answer

The statement "solutions can be reached through cooperation and compromise" is not a belief that tends to trigger hostility between groups. The other options - belief in superiority, perception of being wronged, and viewing other groups as threats - are known triggers for hostility between groups.

Question 17

During wars, which of the following provides a degree of emotional insulation that makes it easier for soldiers to harm other humans, while also making terrorism, torture, murder, and genocide possible?​
A) stereotype threat
B) ​social facilitation
C) ​superordinate goals
D) ​dehumanization

Accepted Answer

Dehumanization is the process of viewing or treating other humans as if they are not actually human, and instead treating them as if they are objects or animals. This can make it easier for soldiers to harm others, as they no longer see them as fellow human beings deserving of empathy and respect. Dehumanization has been a common factor in many acts of violence, including terrorism, torture, murder, and genocide.

Question 18

Regarding social stereotypes, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) Stereotypes held by the prejudiced tend to be unusually irrational.
B) When a prejudiced person meets a likeable member of the rejected group, this member is seen as "an exception to the rule," not as evidence against the stereotype.
C) When a person is stereotyped, the easiest thing for the person to do is to verbally and/or physically confront the person making the accusation.
D) Stereotypes may include a mixture of positive or negative qualities.

Accepted Answer

Confronting the person making the accusation is not always the easiest thing to do, and may sometimes even be dangerous or harmful to the person being stereotyped. Instead, there are other strategies for addressing stereotypes, such as educating others about the harmful effects of stereotyping or seeking support from allies.

Question 19

When members of one group dehumanize the members of another group, this​
A) ​results in the development of the stereotype threat in both groups.
B) ​provides a degree of emotional insulation making it easier to harm others.
C) ​prevents the occurrence of terrorism, torture, or genocide.
D) ​makes the other group less deserving of prejudice or hatred.

Accepted Answer

Dehumanization allows individuals to distance themselves emotionally from the harm they cause to members of another group, making it easier to harm them without feeling guilt or empathy.

Question 20

In addition to hostile beliefs about other groups, intergroup conflicts are almost always amplified and even justified by
A) the occurrence of cognitive dissonance.
B) stereotyped images of the out-group.
C) passive compliance by the in-groups.
D) the development of superordinate goals.

Accepted Answer

Stereotyped images of the out-group can fuel intergroup conflicts by creating a distorted and negative perception of the other group, leading to fear, anger, and prejudice. This can create a self-fulfilling prophecy where the in-group's negative beliefs about the out-group are reinforced by their behavior, and the out-group responds in a way that confirms the negative stereotype. Cognitive dissonance, passive compliance, and superordinate goals can also play a role in intergroup conflicts, but they do not typically amplify or justify the conflict in the same way as stereotyping.

Quiz 17: Prosocial and Antisocial Behavior.

Mary, who is a teacher, believes that "all teenagers are irresponsible," while Greg, her teenage student, believes that "all teachers are mean." Both have revealed which of the following regarding others?

Regarding social stereotypes, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Oversimplified images of the traits of people who belong to a particular social group are referred to as

Regarding group membership and intergroup conflict, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Which of the following is NOT one of the top three categories on which most stereotypes are based?

When people see Brenda's red hair, they assume she is high-strung, temperamental, and of Irish descent.This oversimplified view of Brenda is an example of a

Which of the following tend to simplify people into "us" and "them" categories?​

When a prejudiced person agrees that a particular ethnic group is both "ignorant" and "sly" and that they are both "pushy" and "standoffish," this illustrates that the stereotypes of prejudiced persons tend to be

Vinnie is a sportswriter, who believes that black basketball players are naturally superior in athletic ability, while the white players are smarter and harder working than black players.Vinnie's false beliefs are common in sports and are examples of

Common triggers for hostility between groups involve shared beliefs concerning

A universal characteristic of stereotypes is

Social stereotypes can best be described as

Assuming that "all only children are selfish" is an example of a

During times of war, social stereotypes can become oversimplified to the point that it makes it seem that the opposing group deserves hatred and even death.This process is referred to as

Regarding dehumanization, which of the following statements is FALSE?​

Shared beliefs that tend to trigger hostility between groups include all of the following EXCEPT believing that

During wars, which of the following provides a degree of emotional insulation that makes it easier for soldiers to harm other humans, while also making terrorism, torture, murder, and genocide possible?​

Regarding social stereotypes, which of the following statements is FALSE?

When members of one group dehumanize the members of another group, this​

In addition to hostile beliefs about other groups, intergroup conflicts are almost always amplified and even justified by

Which of the following tend to simplify people into "us" and "them" categories?

Regarding dehumanization, which of the following statements is FALSE?

During wars, which of the following provides a degree of emotional insulation that makes it easier for soldiers to harm other humans, while also making terrorism, torture, murder, and genocide possible?

When members of one group dehumanize the members of another group, this