Liberals vs Conservatives Quiz

What is the biological difference between liberals and conservatives based on MRI brain scans?

• Liberals have a larger hippocampus, conservatives have a larger prefrontal cortex

• Liberals have a larger amygdala, conservatives have a larger anterior cingulate cortex

• Liberals have a larger prefrontal cortex, conservatives have a larger hippocampus

• Liberals have a larger anterior cingulate cortex, conservatives have a larger amygdala

Which region of the brain is associated with processing fear and anxiety?

• Prefrontal cortex

• Amygdala

• Hippocampus

• Anterior cingulate cortex

What cognitive style do conservatives excel in?

• Creative and innovative thinking

• Analytical and critical thinking

• Flexible and less likely to commit errors

• Structured and organized problems

What region of the brain is more active in liberal brains when viewing graphic photos containing mutilations?

• Prefrontal cortex

• Hippocampus

• S2 or somatosensory region

• Amygdala

What percentage of a person's political leanings can be accounted for by genetics?

• 10-20%

• 20-30%

• 30-40%

• 40-50%

What is the term used to describe the tendency to overestimate the extent to which our opinions and values are normal?

• False consensus bias

• Availability heuristic

• Confirmation bias

• Anchoring bias

What is the main factor, apart from genetics, that plays a massive role in a person's politics?

• Education level

• Religious beliefs

• Socioeconomic status

• Personal experiences

What is the name of the weekly science podcast mentioned in the text?

• Science Explained

• The Science Hour

• Side Note

• Science Insider

What is the main aspect of unity that involves using neuroscience to better understand each other's differences?

• Neurological research

• Cognitive empathy

• Social media discussions

• Political debates

Which part of the brain is responsible for decision making and problem solving?

• Prefrontal cortex

• Amygdala

• Hippocampus

• Anterior cingulate cortex