QUESTION 1 Which of the following clichés is best supported by research on attra
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QUESTION 1
Which of the following clichés is best supported by research on attraction?
a) opposites attract
b) birds of a feather flock together
c) familiarity breeds contempt
d) if you love somebody, set them free; free, free, set them free; free, free, set them free
3 points
QUESTION 2
Scientists have found that dying millionaires are more likely to leave their fortunes to close genetic relatives than distant relatives or strangers. What concept best explains this?
a. social exchange theory
b. kin selection
c. reciprocal altruism
d. group selection
3 points
QUESTION 3
Which of the following statements is TRUE about the effects of alcohol on aggression?
a. alcohol increases inhibition, making people less aggressive
b. alcohol always increases aggression
c. alcohol reduces the number of things you can pay attention to
d. alcohol primes the neocortex for a stimulatory response
3 points
QUESTION 4
By 1980, about four dozen studies of bystander nonintervention involving nearly 6,000 people showed that bystanders were most likely to offer help if they were
alone.
female.
self-forgetful.
part of a group.
3 points
QUESTION 5
Betsy and Tina, both third-graders in the same classroom, are assigned by their teacher to different groups that will compete in a spelling bee. Betsy and Tina each believe that their own group is composed of the better spellers. The girls' beliefs best illustrate
the just-world phenomenon.
ingroup bias.
the fundamental attribution error.
authoritarianism.
3 points
QUESTION 6
Which of the following is the “single best predictor” of who we will start a relationship with?
a. proximity
b. similarity
c. reciprocation
d. desensitization
3 points
QUESTION 7
A screaming child runs from a building and is pulled back by a man carrying a gun. A group of onlookers watch the interaction, but no one does anything. Later, talking to a witness, you learn that he assumed nothing was wrong because no one else looked concerned. This person’s assumption is called
a. self preservation
b. expectancy theory
c. social learning theory
d. pluralistic ignorance
3 points
QUESTION 8
The phrase "they are all alike, but we are diverse" reflects
outgroup bias.
the outgroup homogeneity effect.
ethnocentrism.
categorization bias.
3 points
QUESTION 9
Mr. Rogers, a high school speech teacher, tells his class that he thinks boys tend to be less anxious and thus make better speeches than girls do. As a result, some of the girls in his class become apprehensive in preparing and giving speeches in Mr. Rogers’ class. This is an example of
A. the scapegoat effect.
B. the just-world phenomenon.
C. stereotype threat.
D. the Power Law
3 points
QUESTION 10
Which of the following statements about aggression is TRUE?
Animals cannot be bred for aggressiveness.
A fearless, impulsive, temper-prone child is no more at risk for violent behavior in adolescence than a compliant, placid child.
Identical twins are more likely than fraternal twins to agree on whether they have violent tempers.
All of the choices are correct.
3 points
QUESTION 11
Ever since the crackdown on local crime, two local gangs, the Weasels and the Ferrets, have been feuding over the limited drug business. Which of the following provides the best explanation for their hostility and stereotyping.
a) Correspondent inference theory
b) Social identity theory
c) Realistic conflict theory
d) Illusory correlation
3 points
QUESTION 12
Liam is from Ireland. Even though he knows it’s not necessarily true of him personally, he knows that there is a widely-known stereotype that Irishmen are incapable of walking a straight line on a tightrope. Two weeks ago, Liam found himself at a very important job interview with The Ringling Brothers’ Circus, and was required to walk the tightrope. He became anxious, fell off, and did not get the job. This example best illustrates:
a) stereotype threat
b) ingroup bias
c) the just-world phenomenon
d) illusory correlation
3 points
QUESTION 13
A person kicking a cat after losing a game of checkers is an example of
regression.
displacement.
relative deprivation.
the weapons effect.
3 points
QUESTION 14
Interviews with participants in studies of bystander intervention reveal that people are typically
unaware of the influence of others on their decision to help.
aware that the presence of others inhibits helping.
willing to admit that they look to others for information about how to respond.
angry about being deceived by the experimenter.
3 points
QUESTION 15
Cat tells Tony she will wash the dishes, but only if he takes the dogs to the vet. What type of relationship do Cat and Tony have?
a) intimate
b) oppressive
c) communal
d) exchange
3 points
QUESTION 16
A bank robber shoots a security guard in the leg in order to intimidate the bank teller. He feels no anger towards the security guard, he just wants the money. What concept best explains the bank robber’s behavior?
a. emotional aggression
b. the weapons effect
c. the propinquity effect
d. instrumental aggression
3 points
QUESTION 17
Bob and Josephine are set up on a blind date by some mutual friends. Which of the following will most likely influence whether Bob asks Josephine out a second time?
a) her political views
b) her sense of humor
c) her level of empathic concern
d) his level of attraction to her
3 points
QUESTION 18
Research has suggested that the mere presence of a weapon can
A. elicit frustration.
B. sensitize one to the danger of violence.
C. amplify aggression.
D. produce catharsis.
3 points
QUESTION 19
Theodore, who is 9 years old, hates girls; but there’s a catch: His best friend is Mary, the 8 year old girl next door. When asked why he likes Mary even though he hates girls, he responds, “Oh, she’s not, like, a real girl. She’s one of the guys.” His explanation best demonstrates.
a) ingroup homogeneity
b) confirmatory bias
c) social roles theory
d) subtyping.
3 points
QUESTION 20
Jeremy hears on the news that Los Angeles has had a devastating earthquake. He believes that the residents were being punished for leading sinful lives. This best illustrates
A. stereotype threat.
B. ingroup bias.
C. the just-world phenomenon.
D. illusory correlation
3 points
QUESTION 21
An unjustifiable negative feeling toward a group and its members is called _________; unjustifiable negative behavior is called ____________.
a. Stereotyping; prejudice
b. prejudice; discrimination
c. discrimination; prejudice
d. outgroup favoritism; ingroup favoritism
e. mere categorization; discrimination
3 points
QUESTION 22
Jack brings Brandy a margarita when she gets home from work, without caring when she will return the favor. How would you describe their relationship?
a. They have an exchange relationship
They have an ambivalent relationship
They have a communal relationship
They each have a low comparison level
3 points
QUESTION 23
Lucy’s parents ground her for getting drunk and breaking her curfew. This makes her angry with her parents. Later the next day (after she sobers up), she throws a football at her cat. This best illustrates
A. the effects of alcohol
B. the arousal-affect model
C. frustration-aggression theory
D. social learning
E. the fact that cats are evil
3 points
QUESTION 24
Nick believes that all women are nurturing, timid, and non-competitive. His new female boss, Joanne, is assertive, outgoing, and competitive. When asked whether his boss violates his views of women Nick replies, “No, Joanne is just an exception to the rule.” Nick’s response is an example of:
a. Illusory correlation
b. Institutional support
c. Subtyping
d. Superordinate rationalization
e. Jigsaw thinking
3 points
QUESTION 25
Which of the following would be an example of aggression as defined in the text?
Sam accidentally slams the car door too quickly, and it hits Tim's knee.
Luisa urges her classmates not to vote for Marcy for dormitory senator, citing some rumors about Marcy's social life.
Carla, a dentist, delivers a shot of novocaine before pulling her patient's diseased tooth.
Joe's eagerness and enthusiasm result in his being promoted to sales manager in a very short time.
a) opposites attract
b) birds of a feather flock together
c) familiarity breeds contempt
d) if you love somebody, set them free; free, free, set them free; free, free, set them free
Explanation / Answer
The correct answer option is b) – birds of a feather flock together
The correct answer option is b. - kin selection
The correct answer option is c. - alcohol reduces the number of things you can pay attention to
Explanation: Bystander effect is also called as bystander apathy. It is a term used in social psychology; it means – in a given social situation, the individuals do not offer any help or any action to a victim if/when other people are present around. They think that other people will help the victim – why me (their pattern of thought process). Their state of mind has negligence, ambiguity, and delay in decision process. By 1980, about four dozen studies of bystander nonintervention involving nearly 6,000 people showed that bystanders were most likely to offer help if they were alone.The correct answer option is a) – alone.
The correct answer option is b) – in group bias.
The correct answer option is a. – proximity.
The correct answer option is d. pluralistic ignorance.
The correct answer option is b) - the outgroup homogeneity effect.
The correct answer option is C. - stereotype threat.
The correct answer option is C. - Identical twins are more likely than fraternal twins to agree on whether they have violent tempers.
The correct answer option is c) Realistic conflict theory.
The correct answer option is a) stereotype threat.
The correct answer option is a) - regression.
The correct answer option is c) - willing to admit that they look to others for information about how to respond.
The correct answer option is d) – exchange.
The correct answer option is b. - the weapons effect.
The correct answer option is d) - his level of attraction to her.
The correct answer option is C. - amplify aggression.
The correct answer option is d) - subtyping.
The correct answer option is D. – illusionary correlation.
The correct answer option is a. - Stereotyping; prejudice.
The correct answer option is b. They have an ambivalent relationship.
The correct answer option is C. – frustration –aggression theory.
The correct answer option is a. - Illusory correlation.
The correct answer option is b) - Luisa urges her classmates not to vote for Marcy for dormitory senator, citing some rumours about Marcy's social life.
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