SIT Social Identity Theory IB Psych

What does Social Identity Theory primarily explain?

• Individual intelligence

• Intergroup behavior and conflict

• Personal motivation for success

• The role of biological factors in aggression

According to Tajfel and Turner (1979), which of the following is NOT a process in SIT?

• Social categorization

• Social identification

• Social revolution

• Social comparison

Social categorization refers to:

• Assigning people to in-groups and out-groups

• Developing individual relationships

• Avoiding group-based conflicts

• Competing for limited resources

What is a key function of social categorization?

• To reduce in-group bias

• To simplify the social world

• To increase intergroup cooperation

• To eliminate stereotypes

Which of the following best describes social identification?

• Believing that your in-group is superior

• Changing your social group frequently

• Adopting the norms and values of your group

• Avoiding all intergroup interactions

In-group bias refers to:

• Favoring people outside of your social group

• Discriminating against members of your in-group

• Preferring your in-group over the out-group

• Ignoring social identity differences

What is an example of in-group favoritism?

• Hiring someone from a different culture over your friend

• Giving more rewards to your in-group than necessary

• Treating all groups equally

• Preferring out-group members over in-group members

Which of the following statements is true about out-group homogeneity?

• People see out-group members as diverse

• People see out-group members as similar to each other

• People treat in-group members with more hostility

• People avoid making group comparisons

Which study is most closely associated with the Minimal Group Paradigm?

• Bandura’s Bobo Doll Study

• Sherif’s Robbers Cave Experiment

• Tajfel et al.’s Minimal Group Study

• Milgram’s Obedience Study

What did the Minimal Group Paradigm demonstrate?

• Group conflict occurs only when resources are limited

• Even trivial group distinctions can lead to discrimination

• Groups only compete when personal interests are at stake

• People rarely favor their own group