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WorksheetsSocial Psych Quiz2
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 11mins
Groupthink tends to stimulate rational discussion within groups.
True
False
Close, friendly groups usually work well together, but they may face a problem involving an extreme form of conformity called ________.
self-serving bias
groupthink
fundamental attribution error
generational identity
social facilitation
When Paul had his first oboe solo in the orchestra concert, his performance was far worse than it was when he rehearsed at home. A phenomenon that helps explain Paul's poor performance is known as
social loafing
groupthink
social inhibition (impairment)
deindividuation
Jimmy has constantly heard that he is not a good student, after a while starts to act how people percieve him. This recent behavioral change supports the
Group polarization
Self-fufilling prophecy
Groupthink
Social influence
The bystander effect likely occurs due to ________.
desensitization to violence
people not noticing the emergency
diffusion of responsibility
emotional insensitivity
Michelle, who is a very fast keyboard typist, types faster when others are watching her work. This best illustrates
automatic mimicry
the foot-in-the-door phenomenon
social facilitation
cognitive dissonance
Whether it's cheering, clapping, or rope pulling, people tend to expend less effort on collective tasks than they do when performing the same task alone, a phenomenon called
social loafing
groupthink
social facilitation
deindividuation
Mr. Hughes heard what sounded like cries for help from a swimmer located 30 yards from the ocean shoreline. He continued walking along the beach, however, because he figured that one of the many swimmers in the vicinity would provide help if it was needed. His reaction best illustrates the dynamics involved in
social exchange theory
the reciprocity norm
the bystander effect
the mere exposure effect
During a riot, a large sporting event, or mob action, people lose self-awareness and self-restraint. This phenomenon is known as:
scapegoat theory.
social facilitation.
deindividuation.
social loafing.
A group of racially prejudiced high school students discussed racial issues. During the conversation, their attitudes became even more prejudiced. This BEST illustrates:
group polarization.
the bystander effect.
social facilitation.
deindividuation.
Samantha is taking a research methods course and has been placed in a group of four other students to complete a semester-long, group research project. Samantha dislikes working in groups because she expects that one or more of her group members will engage in:
social facilitation.
social loafing.
deindividuation.
discrimination
If you are good at something the people around you will make you better. This describes.....
Deindividuation
Social Loafing
Social Facilitation
Group Polarization
Tyler insists that his girlfriend's car accident was a result of her bad driving not the snowy conditions. This illustrates the concept of
Cognitive Dissonance
Bystander Effect
Fundamental Attribution Error
Social Facilitation
Social Loafing
