Social Media and Conformity Quiz | KQED Above the Noise

What is the concept called when we change our behavior to fit in with the people around us?

• Individuality

• Conformity

• Isolation

• Rebellion

What is the bystander effect?

• Helping others in need

• Seeking attention in public

• Being a leader in a group

• Ignoring others in need

What hormone is released when we feel like we belong and connect with someone?

• Serotonin

• Dopamine

• Adrenaline

• Oxytocin

What is the psychological concept that suggests the larger the group, the more people tend to think alike?

• Diversity

• Individuality

• Groupthink

• Autonomy

What is the term for thinking about ourselves in the same way we think other people think about us?

• Reflected Appraisal

• Self-Reflection

• Self-Perception

• Social Comparison

What is the term for only hearing the same perspectives and opinions that reinforce what we already believe?

• Contrasting Conversations

• Echo Chambers

• Open Dialogue

• Diverse Discourse

What does social media tap into when it comes to how we shape our own individual identities?

• Reflected Appraisal

• Social Comparison

• Conformity

• Groupthink

What did the high school students mention about being able to differentiate on social media?

• Choosing the authentic side

• Curating a perfect image

• Seeking validation

• Conforming to trends

What did the high school students find through social media that shaped their identity?

• A flyer for a punk show

• A popular fashion trend

• A viral lip gloss

• A new hairstyle tutorial

Is conformity always negative when it comes to identity formation?

• Yes, it's always negative

• Depends on how and why we're conforming

• No, it's always positive

• Conformity has no impact on identity formation