Sherif’s robbers cave experiment

What was the duration of the conflict resolution phase in the experiment?

• a) 3-4 days

• b) 5-6 days

• c) 6-7 days

• d) 7-8 days

What age were the boys in the Robbers Cave experiment?

• a) 10 years old

• b) 12 years old

• c) 14 years old

• d) 8 years old

How many boys participated in the experiment?

• a) 15

• b) 22

• c) 25

• d) 30

What was the purpose of the superordinate goals in the experiment?

• a) To reduce prejudice and foster unity

• b) To increase competition

• c) To separate the groups further

• d) To reward the winning group

What ethical concerns were raised about the Robbers Cave experiment?

• a) Lack of diversity among participants

• b) Participants knew they were in an experiment

• c) Too few participants for valid results

• d) No parental consent and no protection from harm