Question 1

"Obedience and respect for authority are the most important virtues children should learn" and "Nobody ever learns anything really important except through suffering" are statements that would most likely be found on the

Accepted Answer

Both statements reflect authoritarian beliefs, which are typically measured by the F-scale. The F-scale measures authoritarian personality traits, such as obedience to authority and tendency toward rigid thinking. The other scales mentioned do not focus specifically on authoritarianism.

Question 2

Qualities known to be characteristic of the authoritarian personality are measured by the

Accepted Answer

The F-scale, or the "Fascism scale", was developed by Adorno et al. to measure the authoritarian personality. It consists of a series of questions designed to assess attitudes towards political and social authority, submission to that authority, and aggression towards social deviance. It is considered the most widely used scale for measuring the authoritarian personality.

Question 3

Ben is very social conforming,tends to oversimplify issues into "totally right or totally wrong" sides.With his children,he is overly strict,expecting complete obedience from them,while at work he always seems to be concerned with who "has the power." Ben would be described as having a(n) _______ personality.

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Ben's tendencies to oversimplify issues, be overly strict with his children, and focus on power dynamics at work are all characteristics of an authoritarian personality. This type of personality values obedience and conformity, and tends to view the world in black and white terms. The other options (antisocial, Type B, and Type A) do not fit with the given description of Ben's behavior.

Question 4

The F-scale is used to measure qualities related to

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The F-scale, or the Fascism scale, was developed by Adorno and his colleagues to measure the authoritarian personality, which is characterized by a rigid adherence to conventional values, aggressive behavior towards those who deviate from those values, and a tendency towards conformism and obedience to authority. It is a personality trait, not a measure of antisocial or passive behavior, and is not related to aggressiveness or its effects on health.

Question 5

The authoritarian personality tends to highly value social conformity,a characteristic referred to as _______ authoritarianism.

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The term "right-wing authoritarianism" is commonly used to describe the characteristic of valuing social conformity and obedience to authority. Left-wing authoritarianism is a less common concept and refers to valuing conformity to a group that advocates for social and economic equality, but still prioritizing conformity over individualism. Narcissistic and fascist are not accurate descriptors of authoritarianism as they refer to different traits and ideologies.

Question 6

Some researchers believe that prejudice can be traced to a general personality pattern known as the _______ personality.

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The authoritarian personality is a personality pattern characterized by a desire for order and control, intolerance of ambiguity and dissent, and a belief in the absolute authority of certain leaders or traditional values. These traits can contribute to prejudice and discrimination against individuals or groups that do not conform to the authoritarian's worldview.

Question 7

Which of the following researchers started out by studying anti-Semitism,found that people who are prejudiced against one group tend to be prejudiced against all out-groups,and described the characteristics of the authoritarian personality?

Accepted Answer

Theodore Adorno is the researcher who started out studying anti-Semitism, found that people who are prejudiced against one group tend to be prejudiced against all out-groups, and described the characteristics of the authoritarian personality.

Question 8

Regarding the authoritarian personality,which of the following statements is FALSE?

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The statement is false because those with an authoritarian personality do not necessarily feel inferior to everyone who is different; rather, they may feel superior and exhibit prejudice or hostility towards those who are different.

Question 9

The belief that one's own culture or ethnic group is superior to all others and the tendency to use one's own culture as a standard by which to judge other cultures is called

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Ethnocentrism is the term used to describe the belief that one's own cultural or ethnic group is superior to all others, and it is common for people to use their own culture as a standard by which to judge other cultures. This can result in a biased perspective on other cultures and an inability to appreciate and understand cultural differences.

Question 10

People who think their ethnic,national,or religious group is superior to others would be described as

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People who think their ethnic, national, or religious group is superior to others have an ethnocentric view. They believe their group is the center of the universe and judge other groups by their own cultural norms and values. This can lead to prejudice and discrimination against those who are different. Altruistic people are selfless and put others' needs before their own. Patriotic people have a love and devotion to their country, but it doesn't necessarily mean they think their country is superior to others. Conservative people generally support traditional values and limited government intervention.

Question 11

A person tells you that "We should prevent any foreigners from coming to the U.S.and save this country for real Americans." This person is exhibiting

Accepted Answer

The statement expresses ethnocentrism, which is the belief in the superiority of one's own ethnic or cultural group, and the view that other groups are inferior. It suggests that non-Americans are a threat to the country and implies that only those born in America are "real" Americans.

Question 12

Which of the following statements would NOT be characteristic of the authoritarian belief system?

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The authoritarian belief system emphasizes strict obedience to authority, the restriction of individual freedom, and the use of force and intimidation to maintain social order. Option A advocates for fairness, equity, and non-partisan leadership, which are not typically aligned with authoritarianism.

Question 13

A collection of personal attitudes and values marked by rigidity,inhibition,prejudice,oversimplification,and ethnocentrism describes the _______ personality.

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The characteristics listed describe an authoritarian personality, which is marked by a strict adherence to rules and hierarchy, a tendency to view the world in black-and-white terms, and a strong preference for conformity to traditional values and authority figures. This type of personality may be associated with prejudice and bias towards those who do not conform to their worldview.

Question 14

People who tend to value social conformity,oversimplify issues as totally right or totally wrong,and consider their own ethnic group and themselves superior to others are said to have a(n) _______ personality.

Accepted Answer

The traits mentioned in the question, such as valuing social conformity and considering one's own ethnic group as superior to others, are characteristic traits of authoritarian personality.

Question 15

A person with a social dominance orientation is exhibiting a type of

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A social dominance orientation is a belief system in which a person sees the world as hierarchically organized into dominant and subordinate groups, with the dominant group being superior to others. This belief leads to ethnocentrism, or a preference for one's own ethnic or cultural group over others. It is not necessarily related to altruism, conservatism, or liberalism.

Question 16

Authoritarians who think they are superior to everyone who is different,not just other ethnic groups,have been described as possessing a(n) _______ orientation.

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The term "social dominance" is often used to describe individuals who believe in hierarchy and the superiority of certain groups over others, particularly those who are different. This can manifest in authoritarian beliefs and behaviors, as well as a disregard for the value and worth of those who are not deemed "superior." Social dominance orientation has been studied extensively in the field of social psychology and is often linked to prejudice and discrimination.

Question 17

The term "ethnocentrism" can best be defined as

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Ethnocentrism is the belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture, often leading to the rejection or devaluation of other groups.

Question 18

Right-wing authoritarianism describes the tendency of some people to highly value

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Question 19

If you agree that "people can be divided into the weak and the strong," or that "If people talked less and worked more,everybody would be better off," your personality would be described as

Accepted Answer

These are beliefs commonly associated with authoritarian personality traits. Authoritarian individuals tend to have a strong belief in the importance of hierarchy and often view themselves as superior to others. They value tradition and order, and prioritize obedience and conformity over individualism and personal freedom. The statements about dividing people into weak and strong, and prioritizing work over talk, suggest a belief in hierarchy and obedience rather than in individual autonomy and self-expression.

Question 20

People with which personality would be more likely to call for severe punishment in schools when they feel threatened,such as when the economy is bad and job insecurities are high?

Accepted Answer

Authoritarian personalities tend to be more rigid in their beliefs and value order and control. When they feel threatened, they may believe that stricter punishment is necessary to maintain order and prevent any potential chaos or rebellion. With economic instability and job insecurities, an authoritarian person may become more anxious and feel that the only way to restore order is through harsh punishment.

Quiz 73: Social Psychology: Antisocial Behavior