Question 1

Which of the following is not one of the factors essential to the success of intergroup contact as a prejudice reduction technique?

Accepted Answer

One group being higher status than the other is not essential to the success of intergroup contact as a prejudice reduction technique. In fact, this power imbalance may actually hinder the effectiveness of the technique. The other three factors mentioned (working cooperatively, having acquaintance potential, and having the support of authority figures) are all essential for successful intergroup contact.

Question 2

Intergroup contact between minority and majority group members will probably be
Ineffective in reducing prejudice when

Accepted Answer

When the majority group has higher status than the minority group, intergroup contact may not effectively reduce prejudice because it reinforces the existing power imbalance between the groups. This can lead the majority group to feel superior and less inclined to empathize with the experiences of the minority group.

Question 3

In School District X, two rival high schools were combined due to budget con- straints. As a consultant to the school, you are asked to recommend ways to promote unity between these former rivals. Which of the following would be most likely to succeed?

Accepted Answer

Organizing a street fair for charity that requires the cooperation of students from both schools to succeed is the most likely to succeed as it promotes collaboration and teamwork between the former rivals for a common goal. This will help break down barriers between the students and create a sense of unity. Option A may not be effective in the long-term as short-term contact does not necessarily promote trust and understanding. Option B may lead to resentment and further division between the two groups. Option D may perpetuate a sense of division between the former rivals.

Question 4

Which of the following is true about intergroup contact?

Accepted Answer

Negative intergroup contact can often result in increased negative attitudes toward the outgroup as it reinforces stereotypes and prejudices. Positive intergroup contact, on the other hand, can lead to attitude change and improved intergroup relations. Face to face contact is not always necessary for attitude change to occur, as virtual contact such as through social media or online discussion forums can also have a positive impact. Option A and C are incorrect as positive intergroup contact is more effective in improving attitudes, and negative intergroup contact can lead to more negative attitudes. Option B is also incorrect as virtual contact can also lead to attitude change.

Question 5

Which of the following is a way to equalize the status of ingroup and outgroup mem- bers in a given situation?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring both groups have the same opportunities for participation in group activities is a way to equalize the status of the ingroup and outgroup members. This allows for equal contributions and input from both groups, creating a more balanced and fair group dynamic. Making one group in charge of decisions, as in option A, would give that group more power and maintain an unequal status between the groups. Setting interaction rules in advance, as in option B, could also lead to one group having an advantage or disadvantage in the situation.

Question 6

Intergroup contact on sports teams is most likely to result in positive intergroup relations

Accepted Answer

Intergroup contact on sports teams is most likely to result in positive intergroup relations among players of team sports, such as hockey. This is because team sports require members to work together to achieve a common goal, which can help break down barriers and promote positive interactions between players from different groups. Individual sports, such as swimming, may not provide the same opportunities for intergroup contact and cooperation. Additionally, the race of the highest-performing athletes on a team is not relevant to the success of intergroup contact on sports teams. The coach rewarding players who get along with one another can potentially improve team dynamics, but it is not the most important factor in promoting positive intergroup relations.

Question 7

Participation in team sports (such as hockey) fosters better intergroup relations than participation in individual sports (such as tennis). This is because, in team sports, minority group and majority group players

Accepted Answer

In team sports, players from different minority and majority groups work together towards a common goal, and their status is based on individual ability rather than group membership. This promotes cooperation and opportunity for the players to get to know each other as individuals, ultimately fostering better intergroup relations.

Question 8

----------------is the opportunity for the members of interacting groups to get to know one another as individuals.

Accepted Answer

Acquaintance potential refers to the opportunity for members of different groups to get to know each other as individuals. This can promote positive attitudes and reduce stereotypes and prejudice. Assimilation refers to the process by which individuals adopt the norms and values of a dominant group. Common ingroup interaction refers to the situation where different groups come together to form a single, unified group. Mutual intergroup differentiation refers to the tendency for groups to emphasize their differences from other groups.

Question 9

Why does getting to know members of another group as individuals reduce prejudice?

Accepted Answer

Getting to know members of another group as individuals allows people to see what values they share with members of the outgroup. This helps break down stereotypes and reduces prejudice by highlighting commonalities between groups.

Question 10

Research suggests that intergroup contact

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that intergroup contact has a moderate effect on prejudice reduction. While intergroup contact can improve relations for many stigmatized groups, its effectiveness can vary depending on the specific context and type of prejudice being addressed. It is not true that intergroup contact has no effect on race relations, as it has been shown to improve relations between different racial groups in certain circumstances. Therefore, option D is incorrect.

Question 11

As a strategy for improving intergroup attitudes, intergroup contact is

Accepted Answer

Intergroup contact is more effective in some contexts than others, with settings that encourage equal status, common goals, and cooperation being particularly beneficial. Recreational settings often meet these criteria more effectively than tourist contexts, which may not foster as much interaction or cooperation.

Question 12

Which of the following is not a change produced by intergroup contact?

Accepted Answer

Intergroup contact has been found to reduce intergroup anxiety, increase empathy with the outgroup, and increase motivation to control prejudice. However, it is unlikely to reduce interest in other cultures. In fact, intergroup contact may increase curiosity and interest in learning more about different cultures.

Question 13

Which of the following is related to lower prejudice toward an outgroup?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that having a friend who has a friendship with an outgroup member can decrease prejudice because it humanizes the outgroup and reduces the perception of them as a homogeneous group. This type of contact is referred to as indirect contact and can be just as effective or even more effective than direct contact with an outgroup member. Option B may not necessarily reduce prejudice as it depends on the nature of the individual sport and whether there are opportunities for personal interaction with the outgroup member. Option C is likely to increase prejudice as it fosters a climate that normalizes prejudicial attitudes and behaviors. Option D may also increase prejudice as it involves competition and intergroup conflict.

Question 14

Research shows that intergroup friendships often result in lower prejudice. This is most likely to occur when the two friends

Accepted Answer

Interacting in situations that allow for intimate discussion is likely to promote empathy, understanding, and a deeper sense of connection between individuals, which in turn can lead to lower prejudice. Meeting in a neutral location or engaging in activities that do not require much self-disclosure may be beneficial, but they do not necessarily foster the type of close, interpersonal relationships that can reduce prejudice. Meeting at parties or sporting events where other friends are present may actually reinforce existing social boundaries and lead to less intergroup interaction.

Question 15

Which of the following factors reduce(s) the relationship between intergroup contact and prejudice reduction?

Accepted Answer

All of the factors listed can reduce the effectiveness of intergroup contact in reducing prejudice. High levels of anxiety can make individuals less likely to engage in contact and interact positively with outgroup members. Previous negative interactions with the outgroup can reinforce negative stereotypes and increase prejudice. Being in a normative climate that supports prejudiced attitudes can counteract the positive effects of intergroup contact.

Question 16

This condition for success of intergroup contact occurs when authorities, law, or social norms establish a clear expectation for less prejudice and discrimination.

Accepted Answer

Institutional support refers to the ways in which authorities, laws, and social norms establish a clear expectation for less prejudice and discrimination. This support creates conditions for the success of intergroup contact by creating an environment in which individuals are expected to behave in a certain way towards members of other groups. This can include policies or practices that promote diversity and inclusion, education programs that promote cross-cultural understanding, and public campaigns that create awareness of the importance of reducing prejudice and discrimination.

Question 17

Intergroup contact is most likely to reduce prejudice based on

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

Which of these people is least likely to show positive attitude change after intergroup contact?

Accepted Answer

Burt, who has had primarily negative experiences with outgroup members, is least likely to show positive attitude change after intergroup contact. This is because past negative experiences can lead to ingrained prejudices and beliefs about the outgroup, making it harder to change attitudes through one positive experience.

Question 19

The idea that the effects of negative contact are more powerful than the effects of positive contact is labeled

Accepted Answer

The concept that negative interactions have a stronger impact than positive ones is known as positive-negative contact asymmetry. This idea suggests that negative experiences in intergroup contact are more influential in shaping attitudes and perceptions than positive experiences.

Question 20

During intergroup interactions, a positive-negative contact asymmetry is most likely to occur when

Accepted Answer

The positive-negative contact asymmetry refers to the tendency for negative interactions to have a stronger impact on social judgments and opinions than positive interactions. This is most likely to occur when negative emotions are aroused during the interaction, such as during a conflict or disagreement.

Quiz 13: Reducing Prejudice and Discrimination