Group Behavior Quiz

How does the presence of others typically affect our behavior in group settings?

• It makes us more self-conscious and reserved.

• It has no effect on our behavior.

• It encourages us to act more freely and confidently.

• It always leads to negative behavior.

What is a common consideration when planning a big game in terms of group behavior?

• The weather conditions.

• The number of players on the field.

• Whether the stands are packed or not.

• The type of snacks available.

Lily and her classmates are working on a group project. In the context of group behavior, what is a common question regarding their group work?

• Is it more efficient than individual work?

• Does it require more resources?

• Is it beneficial or not?

• Does it take more time?

During a group study session, Ava noticed that she solved math problems more efficiently when her classmates were around. What term describes this phenomenon?

• Social Impairment

• Social Loafing

• Social Facilitation

• Groupthink

During a group project at school, Olivia noticed that some of her classmates were not putting in as much effort as they would if they were working on their own. Which term refers to this tendency of individuals to exert less effort when working in a group compared to when working alone?

• Deindividuation

• Social Loafing

• Group Polarization

• Risky and Conservative Shift

During a large protest, many individuals find themselves acting in ways they normally wouldn't, such as vandalizing property or shouting aggressively. What is the term for the loss of self-awareness and individual accountability in such group situations?

• Groupthink

• Social Facilitation

• Deindividuation

• Social Impairment

During a group project discussion, David and his classmates found that their opinions became more extreme after talking with each other. Which term describes this phenomenon?

• Group Polarization

• Social Loafing

• Social Facilitation

• Deindividuation

During a group project, William and his classmates initially had a moderate plan for their presentation. However, after discussing and sharing ideas, they decided to take a much bolder approach than any of them had originally considered. What term is used to describe this tendency for groups to make decisions that are more extreme than the initial inclination of its members?

• Social Impairment

• Risky and Conservative Shift

• Groupthink

• Social Facilitation

What is the effect of social facilitation on performance?

• It improves performance on difficult tasks.

• It worsens performance on simple tasks.

• It improves performance on simple or well-learned tasks.

• It has no effect on performance.

During a school talent show, Rohan is performing a complex piano piece in front of a large audience. According to social facilitation theory, what happens to his performance on this difficult task?

• Performance improves.

• Performance remains the same.

• Performance worsens.

• Performance becomes unpredictable.