The Robber's Cave experiment showed that __________ reduces us-them hostility.

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The Robber's Cave experiment demonstrated that interdependence in solving crises together reduces us-them hostility. The experiment separated two groups of boys and had them engage in competitive activities, which led to hostility and prejudice. However, when the boys were forced to work together to solve a problem (a water shortage), interdependence and cooperation reduced the hostility and prejudice between the groups. Athletic games (choice A) and mutually exciting activities (choice C) also initially increased us-them hostility in the experiment. Watching movies together (choice B) is not mentioned in the experiment and would not necessarily lead to interdependence and reduced hostility.

The Robber's Cave Experiment Showed That __________ Reduces Us-Them Hostility