LaPiere's study in the early 1930s involving travel with a Chinese couple throughout the United States indicated that most people who participated in the follow-up questionnaire were ________.

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LaPiere's study found that although many establishments served the Chinese couple during their travels, when later asked via questionnaire if they would serve Chinese patrons, the majority responded negatively. This discrepancy between their actions and stated attitudes indicated that they were "timid bigots," meaning they expressed prejudiced attitudes but did not act on them when faced with actual situations.

LaPiere's Study in the Early 1930s Involving Travel with a Chinese