Question 1

Most people do not seem out endless numbers of friends; having ____ close friends seems to be enough.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Most people do not seem out endless...

Question 2

In one survey, the majority of college students revealed that having a few close friends is ____ and having lots of casual friends is ____.

Accepted Answer

Having a few close friends is often considered extremely important for emotional and psychological support, while having lots of casual friends is seen as relatively unimportant in comparison, as these relationships may lack depth and meaningful connection.

Question 3

Wolfgang is trying to get his new coworker, Peter, to like him. He compliments Peter's wardrobe, listens attentively to Peter's stories, and routinely takes Peter out to lunch. Wolfgang is clearly engaging in ____.

Accepted Answer

Wolfgang's actions of complimenting Peter's wardrobe, listening attentively to his stories, and taking him out to lunch are strategies to make himself more likable to Peter. This is known as ingratiation, a social influence strategy where an individual attempts to make themselves more appealing to another.

Question 4

Can people satisfy the need to belong via membership in a group or organization (e.g., a club or sports team), even if they do not form friendships there?

Accepted Answer

Membership in groups or organizations can provide a sense of belonging and identity, even in the absence of close personal friendships. This sense of affiliation fulfills social and psychological needs related to belongingness.

Question 5

People who are high in ____ compartmentalize their social lives more than others. ​

Accepted Answer

People high in self-monitoring tend to compartmentalize their social lives more than others because they adjust their behavior based on the social situation, leading them to interact differently with different groups.

Question 6

Women sometimes stay in abusive relationships. Which of the following is the LEAST  likely explanation for this phenomenon?

Accepted Answer

The least likely explanation for why women might stay in abusive relationships is the idea that some women have a masochistic desire to be beaten. This perspective is not supported by the majority of psychological research or theories, which more commonly cite factors such as fear, economic dependence, emotional attachment, or societal pressures as reasons for staying in abusive relationships.

Question 7

Brian has about five close friends but not many casual acquaintances. If he is like most people, then ____. ​

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that having a few close friends contributes significantly to personal satisfaction, more so than having a large number of casual acquaintances.

Question 8

Among the elements of belongingness, which element do prostitutes generally lack in their line of work?

Accepted Answer

Prostitutes often engage in interactions that lack genuine mutual concern, as their relationships with clients are typically transactional and lack emotional depth or care.

Question 9

Among the elements of belongingness, which element is most lacking in commuter marriages?

Accepted Answer

Face-to-face contact is most lacking in commuter marriages due to the physical distance between partners, limiting their ability to engage in direct, in-person interactions.

Question 10

Recent research on the benefits of belongingness suggests that ____.

Accepted Answer

Recent research indicates that individuals who feel they are part of a strong network of relationships tend to perceive their lives as more meaningful. This sense of belongingness contributes significantly to their overall perception of life's value and purpose.

Question 11

According to social psychologists, which of the following adages is truer: "opposites attract" or "birds of a feather flock together"?

Accepted Answer

Research in social psychology generally supports the idea that people are more attracted to others who are similar to themselves in important aspects, such as beliefs, values, and interests, which aligns with the adage "birds of a feather flock together."

Question 12

Wolfgang is engaging in an act of ingratiation. What does this mean exactly?

Accepted Answer

Ingratiation is a psychological technique wherein an individual attempts to become more likable to their target, often through flattery or other forms of manipulation, to achieve a specific goal or to simply be more favorably viewed by the other person.

Question 13

The broadest and simplest explanation for why people may stay in violent, abusive relationships is that ____.

Accepted Answer

Breaking off relationships goes against basic human tendencies, such as the desire for connection and fear of change, which can make leaving an abusive relationship difficult despite the harm it causes.

Question 14

Research has demonstrated that loneliness ____.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that loneliness can have a negative impact on health, including weakening the immune system. This is because social isolation and feelings of loneliness can increase stress and inflammation, leading to a reduced ability to fight off infections.

Question 15

Research has demonstrated that being relatively sociable and having close friends is ____ having less physical and mental health problems.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that sociability and having close friends are directly correlated with having fewer physical and mental health problems for both men and women. Social support and connections can improve health outcomes across genders.

Question 16

Solitary confinement is considered an extreme form of punishment in prisons because it ____.

Accepted Answer

Solitary confinement is primarily considered extreme because it deprives individuals of interpersonal contact, which can have severe psychological effects.

Question 17

When partners in a romantic relationship break up with each other, they often plan to remain friends. What happens in reality?

Accepted Answer

Most partners do not remain friends after a breakup, but the intention or attempt to do so is often driven by a reluctance to break social bonds completely. Saying they will remain friends can be a way to soften the blow of the breakup.

Question 18

Failure to satisfy the need to belong is associated with ____. ​

Accepted Answer

Failure to satisfy the need to belong is associated with both poor mental health and poor physical health. Social connections and a sense of belonging are crucial for psychological well-being and have significant impacts on physical health as well.

Question 19

To completely satisfy the need to belong, people must ____.

Accepted Answer

To fully satisfy the need to belong, individuals require both consistent social interactions and sustained relationships characterized by reciprocal care and concern.

Question 20

According to social psychologists, when do people tend to be more attracted to others who are dissimilar to them than to others who are similar to them?

Accepted Answer

Research in social psychology generally finds that people are more often attracted to others who are similar to them in terms of attitudes, values, and interests. Dissimilarity is usually less appealing, making option A the correct choice.

Quiz 11: Interpersonal Attraction and Rejection

Most people do not seem out endless numbers of friends; having ____ close friends seems to be enough.

In one survey, the majority of college students revealed that having a few close friends is and having lots of casual friends is .

Wolfgang is trying to get his new coworker, Peter, to like him. He compliments Peter's wardrobe, listens attentively to Peter's stories, and routinely takes Peter out to lunch. Wolfgang is clearly engaging in ____.

Can people satisfy the need to belong via membership in a group or organization (e.g., a club or sports team) , even if they do not form friendships there?

People who are high in ____ compartmentalize their social lives more than others.

Women sometimes stay in abusive relationships. Which of the following is the LEAST likely explanation for this phenomenon?

Brian has about five close friends but not many casual acquaintances. If he is like most people, then ____.

Among the elements of belongingness, which element do prostitutes generally lack in their line of work?

Among the elements of belongingness, which element is most lacking in commuter marriages?

Recent research on the benefits of belongingness suggests that ____.

According to social psychologists, which of the following adages is truer: "opposites attract" or "birds of a feather flock together"?

Wolfgang is engaging in an act of ingratiation. What does this mean exactly?

The broadest and simplest explanation for why people may stay in violent, abusive relationships is that ____.

Research has demonstrated that loneliness ____.

Research has demonstrated that being relatively sociable and having close friends is ____ having less physical and mental health problems.

Solitary confinement is considered an extreme form of punishment in prisons because it ____.

When partners in a romantic relationship break up with each other, they often plan to remain friends. What happens in reality?

Failure to satisfy the need to belong is associated with ____.

To completely satisfy the need to belong, people must ____.

According to social psychologists, when do people tend to be more attracted to others who are dissimilar to them than to others who are similar to them?

Quiz 11: Interpersonal Attraction and Rejection

Most people do not seem out endless numbers of friends; having ____ close friends seems to be enough.

In one survey, the majority of college students revealed that having a few close friends is ____ and having lots of casual friends is ____.

Wolfgang is trying to get his new coworker, Peter, to like him. He compliments Peter's wardrobe, listens attentively to Peter's stories, and routinely takes Peter out to lunch. Wolfgang is clearly engaging in ____.

Can people satisfy the need to belong via membership in a group or organization (e.g., a club or sports team) , even if they do not form friendships there?

People who are high in ____ compartmentalize their social lives more than others. ​

Women sometimes stay in abusive relationships. Which of the following is the LEAST likely explanation for this phenomenon?

Brian has about five close friends but not many casual acquaintances. If he is like most people, then ____. ​

Among the elements of belongingness, which element do prostitutes generally lack in their line of work?

Among the elements of belongingness, which element is most lacking in commuter marriages?

Recent research on the benefits of belongingness suggests that ____.

According to social psychologists, which of the following adages is truer: "opposites attract" or "birds of a feather flock together"?

Wolfgang is engaging in an act of ingratiation. What does this mean exactly?

The broadest and simplest explanation for why people may stay in violent, abusive relationships is that ____.

Research has demonstrated that loneliness ____.

Research has demonstrated that being relatively sociable and having close friends is ____ having less physical and mental health problems.

Solitary confinement is considered an extreme form of punishment in prisons because it ____.

When partners in a romantic relationship break up with each other, they often plan to remain friends. What happens in reality?

Failure to satisfy the need to belong is associated with ____. ​

To completely satisfy the need to belong, people must ____.

According to social psychologists, when do people tend to be more attracted to others who are dissimilar to them than to others who are similar to them?

In one survey, the majority of college students revealed that having a few close friends is and having lots of casual friends is .

People who are high in ____ compartmentalize their social lives more than others.

Brian has about five close friends but not many casual acquaintances. If he is like most people, then ____.

Failure to satisfy the need to belong is associated with ____.