Stanford Prison Experiment Quiz

What was the primary aim of the Stanford Prison Experiment conducted by Zimbardo and his colleagues in the 1970s?

• To test the psychological effects of perceived power

• To study the rehabilitation processes in prisons

• To improve the conditions in American prisons

• To develop new psychological tests for students

How were the roles of guards and prisoners assigned in the Stanford Prison Experiment?

• Randomly

• Based on physical strength

• Based on psychological profiles

• By volunteer preference

What unusual measures were taken when arresting the volunteer 'prisoners' for the Stanford Prison Experiment?

What was the outcome of the Stanford Prison Experiment?

• It was extended due to its success

• It concluded as originally scheduled after 14 days

• It was stopped early due to the extreme effects on participants

• It had no significant findings

What did the Stanford Prison Experiment reveal about the power of assigned roles?

• They have little impact on behavior

• They can significantly influence behavior

• They are less influential than personal morals

• They only affect those with weak personalities