Social Identity Theory Quiz

What does SIT suggest about intergroup bias?

• Bias is only caused by direct competition

• People favor their in-group over the out-group

• Bias only occurs in political settings

• Bias disappears when people are educated

Which behavior is best explained by social identification?

• Wearing a sports jersey after a team win

• Excluding out-group members from a club

• Making biased comparisons between sororities

• Reducing stereotypes in multicultural societies

Which of the following is NOT a real-world example of social categorization?

• Ethnic groups defining themselves against others

• Political parties emphasizing their differences

• Athletes supporting their team

• A person preferring a quiet environment

Which real-world situation does SIT best explain?

• Fans supporting their national team during the World Cup

• People obeying authority in a military setting

• Children learning aggression through role models

• Memory recall in eyewitness testimonies

Which study is commonly used to support social categorization?

• Tajfel et al. (1971)

• Cialdini et al. (1976)

• Park & Rothbart (1982)

• Sherif et al. (1954)

Which term describes the need to see one’s in-group as superior?

• In-group favoritism

• Out-group discrimination

• Positive distinctiveness

• Group cohesion

How does culture influence SIT?

• SIT only applies to Western societies

• Collectivist cultures may show less in-group bias than individualistic cultures

• Culture has no effect on group behavior

• SIT is more relevant in hierarchical societies

What is the main idea behind Social Identity Theory?

• People behave aggressively due to innate instincts

• People define themselves based on group membership

• People always treat out-group members negatively

• Group behavior is driven solely by competition over resources

What is a major ethical issue in Tajfel et al.’s (1971) study?

• Deception

• Physical harm

• No consent

• Lack of anonymity

How has SIT influenced psychology?

• It has been widely applied to explain intergroup conflict

• It is now outdated

• It has been disproven

• It only applies to small groups