Question 1

Marta is a very wild teenager. Shane's mom doesn't want Shane to run around with Marta because she is worried Marta will make Shane want to break the rules at home, just as Marta does at her home. Shane's mom is worried about the bad apple effect.

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The text states that Shane's mom is worried about the bad apple effect, meaning that she believes Marta's behavior could influence Shane to misbehave as well.

Question 2

The ____________________ effect refers to the idea that one person who breaks the rules can inspire others to break the rules.

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Question 3

Greg has just transferred to a new school, and has been going out to a lot of parties and social functions so that he can meet new friends. Social psychologists would say that Greg is trying to satisfy the human need to ____________________.

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The answer of Greg has just transferred to a new...

Question 4

To feel a sense of ____________________, people need regular social contact and a relationship framework characterized by mutual concern for each other.

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The answer of To feel a sense of ____________________, people...

Question 5

The tendency to expect rejection from others and to be hypersensitive to rejection, is known as ____________________.

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The answer of The tendency to expect rejection from others...

Question 6

Compared to other men, men with low levels of the hormone ____________________ tend to be kinder, gentler, and more affectionate in relationships.

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The answer of Compared to other men, men with low...

Question 7

The tendency to expect rejection from others and to be hypersensitive about the possibility of rejection is known as propinquity.

Accepted Answer

Propinquity is actually the tendency to form interpersonal relationships with those who are close by, such as neighbors or coworkers. The tendency to expect rejection and be hypersensitive to it is known as fear of rejection or rejection sensitivity.

Question 8

Suppose that Anabelle often gets lonely, and seeks to stave off this loneliness by forming "relationships" with her favorite celebrities (e.g., reading about their lives in Us magazine). Research suggests that this strategy will probably be at least somewhat helpful.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that forming parasocial relationships with celebrities (feeling a sense of emotional attachment to them despite their lack of knowledge about the individual) can have some positive effects on coping with loneliness and social isolation. This can include feeling a sense of companionship, reduced feelings of loneliness, and increased sense of belonging. However, it should be noted that relying solely on parasocial relationships is not a substitute for real-life relationships and social connections.

Question 9

The idea that people tend to form relationships with others who are similar to them in terms of attractiveness is known as the ____________________ hypothesis.

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The answer of The idea that people tend to form...

Question 10

Wolfgang is trying to get his new co-worker, Peter, to like him. He compliments Peter's wardrobe, listens attentively to Peter's stories, and routinely take Peter out to lunch. Wolfgang is clearly engaging in ____________________.

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The answer of Wolfgang is trying to get his new...

Question 11

Social exclusion can also be called ____________________.

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The answer of Social exclusion can also be called ____________________....

Question 12

People who are repeatedly ostracized by others over a period of time are relatively likely to develop eating disorders.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that prolonged ostracism can lead to an increased risk of developing eating disorders, as individuals may turn to food as a way to cope with feelings of isolation and low self-worth.

Question 13

The painful feeling of wanting more human contact or connection than you have is known as ____________________.

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The answer of The painful feeling of wanting more human...

Question 14

The situation in which Person X loves Person Y, but Person Y does not love Person X, is known as ____________________ love.

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The answer of The situation in which Person X loves...

Question 15

IQ test performance drops substantially among people who experience social rejection.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that social rejection can have a negative impact on cognitive abilities, including IQ test performance.

Question 16

When Melanie first meets Jen, she thinks it is a little weird that Jen cracks her knuckles. The more they are together, the more annoying Melanie finds Jen's habit. Melanie is experiencing the ____________________ effect.

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The answer of When Melanie first meets Jen, she thinks...

Question 17

Attractive children are more popular among other children than their less attractive peers.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that attractive children tend to be more popular among their peers, as they are often seen as more likable, approachable and well-liked. This is likely due to the fact that physical appearance can have a significant impact on social interactions and perception, especially among children.

Question 18

According to the "____________________" effect, people tend to assume that physically attractive people are superior to others in terms of a wide range of factors-intelligence, popularity, sexual warmth, etc.

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The answer of According to the "____________________" effect, people tend...

Question 19

According to ____________________ theory, we are more likely to engage in behaviors that have been rewarded in the past than in other behaviors.

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The answer of According to ____________________ theory, we are more...

Question 20

In Festinger, Schachter, and Back's (1950) study of friendship formation in a dormitory, ____________________ predicted who would be come friends with each other.

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The answer of In Festinger, Schachter, and Back's (1950) study...

Quiz 11: Attraction and Exclusion