Understanding the Stanford Prison Experiment

What was the primary objective of the Stanford prison experiment?

• To understand the dynamics between guards and prisoners

• To explore educational methods in prisons

• To test new prison security systems

• To recruit new psychologists

How were participants assigned their roles in the experiment?

• Based on psychological evaluations

• Through a random coin toss

• According to their personal choice

• Based on their physical strength

What was the initial reaction of the prisoners to the experiment setup?

• They rebelled on the second day

• They formed alliances with the guards

• They tried to escape

• They quickly adapted to their roles

Which method did Zimbardo use to assign roles to participants?

• Interviews

• Physical competitions

• Personality tests

• Random selection

What immediate action did the guards take on the first night?

• They allowed the prisoners to call their families

• They initiated a headcount at 2:30 AM

• They conducted a surprise inspection

• They organized a welcoming ceremony

How did the guards attempt to manage the prisoners after the rebellion?

• By ending the experiment

• By using psychological tactics to create distrust

• By negotiating better living conditions

• By increasing the number of guards

What was the role of David Jaffe in the experiment?

• He was an observer

• He was a prisoner

• He was the warden

• He was a guard

Which psychological effect was observed in prisoner Doug Korpi?

• Enhanced problem-solving skills

• Acute emotional disturbance

• Sudden improvement in mood

• Increased physical strength

What led Zimbardo to end the experiment prematurely?

• Criticism from Christina Maslack

• A riot by the participants

• Feedback from an external psychologist

• A recommendation from a government official

What was a significant criticism of the Stanford prison experiment mentioned in the video?

• It lacked scientific rigor

• It was too short

• It involved too many participants

• It was fully supported by all psychologists